Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Sips, bites, and finds: A western Colorado road trip recently found tasty stops, from Telluride’s new Van Atta in an 1886 building to Delta’s Tipsy Trout Taproom alongside the El Pollo chicken truck -- read the full story.

Turning waste into climate gains: Former Aspen One employees bought an abandoned mine in nearby Paonia to burn leaking methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. The $1.4 million project will flare the emissions for years -- see who's behind the effort.

Prepare now for wildfires: Ahead of fire season, KVNF urges Montrose and Delta counties to sign up for emergency alerts by call, text, or email, updates on KVNN 90.9 FM and KVMT 89.1 FM -- see each county's alert system.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Your noodle-night upgrade: Whether you want spicy heat, soothing comfort, or just reliable deliciousness, Chang Thai Cuisine brings bright Thai flavors, wok-kissed noodles, and soul-warming soups perfect for chilly Montrose nights. Keep it in the weeknight rotation when cooking feels meh and leftovers look like a trap.

Your midweek reset: Montrose Recreation Center is the easiest way to shake off the couch cobwebs this week. Float a lazy river lap, sneak in a run on the indoor track, let the kids conquer the climbing wall, then call it “cross-training” and sleep like a champion.

Your week, better dressed: Whether you need a quick pick-me-up top or a full head-to-toe plan, SheShe Boutique nails the curated, wearable vibe locals actually live in. Let their friendly crew do the styling, you take the compliments, then enjoy that “I actually have something to wear” feeling all week.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🧘 Mindful Yoga @ New Leaf Studio | Monday (4/27) at 5:30 PM – Take a breather and roll into Mindful Yoga, a therapeutic blend of restorative, yin, and hatha for mind, body, and spirit. In-studio or live on Zoom, your call. Drop in, uncoil the spine, and pretend your inbox doesn't exist for a blessed minute.

✂ Crafternoon @ Montrose Regional Library | Thursday (4/30) at 11:00 AM – Think your yarn stash is a personality trait? Swing by the library’s Crafternoon, a low-key stitch and chat where all ages and skill levels knit, crochet, and gab for charity or personal projects, with supplies on hand, new tricks to learn, and zero pressure.

🎨 Pre-Teen Art & Science Club @ Montrose Regional Library | Thursday (4/30) at 4:30 PM – The library’s Pre-Teen Art & Science Club is serving hands-on projects for ages 8 to 12, from animal tracks and scat (you’re welcome), to Pokéballs, Minecraft crafting, and sand mandalas. No card or signup needed, punctual kids who can listen, collaborate, and handle small stuff.

🐴 Loosen Your Reins @ Metaphorse Growth & Healing Center | Friday (5/1) at 9:00 AM – Head to Metaphorse Growth & Healing Center for a three-day, horse-guided reset with Lisa Strickler and Jody Nixon, where the Year of the Fire Horse meets real Montrose dirt. No riding skills required, just an open heart, sturdy shoes, and early registration helps.

🖍 Montrose After School Art @ MRD Field House | Friday (5/1) at 3:45 PM – Give your kid a five-week, after-school art class for ages 5 to 8, with wild clay, willow weaving, natural paper, and paint made from nature. Fridays at Montrose Field House, it builds skills, sparks cooperation, and sends them home delightfully muddy. Register at weehawkenarts.org.

🤝 Volunteer Day @ Sovereign Roots: Veterans Retreat (Delta) | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Back on the land for a good old-fashioned work party, we’re clearing brush, opening space, and pushing the build forward. Nothing fancy, just gloves, grit, and neighbors who show up. Call it free cardio with purpose, and come put some weight on it.

🎉 Cinco de Mayo @ Block 93 & North Cascade Avenue | Saturday (5/2) at 3:00 PM – Cinco de Mayo with Clave Cinco is a free, family-friendly fundraiser for MHS LULAC, and yes, it checks all the boxes. The kids get bounce houses, you get vendors, food trucks, and live rhythms, and the community gets the love. Bring your best two-step.

On 35 pristine acres in Ouray County near Ridgway, this 3,350-square-foot single-level showpiece pairs refined mountain style with dialed-in horse facilities. Soaring ceilings, artisan woodwork, and concrete floors frame a chef's kitchen, two-sided fireplace, and wall-to-wall views to a full-length patio. A furnished log guest cabin complements a four-stall barn, round pen, ride-out access, and welded-pipe pastures near Telluride.