July 2023

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Treasure Thrifted is Charity Gifted

Fruita Thrift Shop turns donations into dollars that benefit organizations in the Grand Valley Read More »

Nominate for Montrose-Delta 2023 Volunteer of the Year

Do you know an outstanding volunteer? Read More »

Jingles from Yesteryear!

What jingles do you remember growing up? Read More »

The Land Below the Red, White & Blue

Our flag is a symbol of our hope, unification, spirit and glory Read More »

Life's a Beach Part 1

Follow along this widowed septuagenarian’s 3-part series about uprooting, navigating change and preparing for an even better next chapter Read More »

Roice-Hurst commemorates 60 years

The nonprofit looks back on 60 years of saving local pets Read More »

The wisdom of weeds

How to care for and control your garden weeds Read More »

Get fit with these summer pool workouts

These water workouts are fun and easy on the joints because the buoyancy of water supports your body Read More »

Montrose's Death Cafe

These quarterly discussions over cake and tea at the Montrose Library are aimed at making death less scary Read More »

Need a little Help?

Local nonprofit provides a two-way street for older adults to help each other Read More »

6 tips to prevent your pet from getting lost

During Lost Pet Prevention Month, learn how to keep your pet safe at home and discover effective strategies for bringing them home quickly and safely. Read More »

Old school scammers and the king of quacks

Phones, the internet and other technology have perpetrated fraud and scams, but scammers existed long before the digital age. Read More »

Social Security and the right COLA price index for seniors

Social Security is the workers’ long-despised paycheck-eater which suddenly becomes your best friend. Read More »

Give Volunteers Some Love

Montrose-Delta Volunteer of the Year nominations due July 21 Read More »