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Category Archives: October 2008
From fuel to food: As markets change, Dove Creek’s biodiesel plant shifts direction
In late summer, fields of golden sunflowers, heavy heads drooping, line the border of U.S. Highway 491 in Southwest Colorado, near the town of Dove Creek. Farmers in this part of Colorado grow the sunflowers for their oily seeds, which … Continue reading
Published in October 2008
Non-profits, governments struggle to find board members
She looked at her watch impatiently.How long had they been there? It seemed like days. The agenda had looked reasonably short, but after nearly two hours they were only on the second item. She had joined the non-profit’s boardbecause she believed … Continue reading
Published in October 2008
Strands of history: An exhibition celebrates Ute basket-weaving
Lynn Brittner speaks softly into the phone from her office at the Southern Ute Cultural Center and Museum (SUCCM) in Ignacio. Under her guidance as executive director, SUCCM preserves what is left of Ute culture, revives pieces of the culture … Continue reading
Published in October 2008
Young calls for planning, vision in county
Related stories Hughes concerned about land-use regulations Koppenhafer advocates fair code enforcement Planning – whether it be for land use, oil and gas development, economic development or roads – is the key to a bright future for Montezuma County, … Continue reading
Published in Election, October 2008
Wilson proud of his record as DA
Related story Myers calls for fewer felony plea bargains When Jim Wilson, incumbent candidate for district attorney, talks about crime, his enthusiasm for public service and dedication to enforcing the law are undeniable.After a four-year term as DA, Wilson … Continue reading
Published in Election, October 2008
Myers calls for fewer felony plea bargains
Related stories Wilson proud of his record as DA District attorney candidate Mac Myers has a professional, self-assured manner, a trait earned through years of experience in the courtroom and an obvious love of the law. Between 1996 … Continue reading
Published in Election, October 2008
Koppenhafer advocates fair code enforcement
Related stories Hughes concerned about land-use regulations Young calls for planning, vision in county Gerald Koppenhafer knows there are flaws in Montezuma County’s landuse code. But he doesn’t believe they are fatal ones. “As far as the land-use … Continue reading
Published in Election, October 2008
Hughes concerned about land-use regulations
Related stories Koppenhafer advocates fair code enforcement Young calls for planning, vision in county A few years ago, Alfred Hughes would not have imagined he would be running to be a Montezuma County commissioner. But that was before a … Continue reading
Published in Election, October 2008
Better communication is theme for Blackburn
Related story Rule is proud of board service, hiring choice When Fred Blackburn decided to run for county commissioner, he thought land-use planning would be his main issue. But he changed his mind. “Before you plan, you … Continue reading
Published in Election, October 2008
Non-profits, governments struggle to find board members
She looked at her watch impatiently.How long had they been there? It seemed like days. The agenda had looked reasonably short, but after nearly two hours they were only on the second item. She had joined the non-profit’s boardbecause she believed in … Continue reading
Published in October 2008
700-lot subdivision may be sprouting in Totten Lake area
A subdivision that would dwarf any other built so far in Montezuma County is being planned for a 460-acre parcel east of Cortez near Totten Reservoir. Although the developers have yet to submit a formal application for zoning to the … Continue reading
Published in October 2008