Delta County Independent

09/22/2025

The Delta County School District and DJ Wells, project manager of WEMBER, the bond project's owner representative, are continuing to monitor the problematic gapping of the new auxiliary gym floor at Delta High School.

The Delta County School District and DJ Wells, project manager of WEMBER, the bond project's owner representative, are continuing to monitor the problematic gapping of the new auxiliary gym floor

09/21/2025

For myself, and for most hunters and huntresses, the typical hunting season ends on the afternoon of the final day of the hunting season and begins again the following morning. This leaves the average person almost 12 hours to visit with their spous…

For myself, and for most hunters and huntresses, the typical hunting season ends on the afternoon of the final day of the hunting season and begins again the following morning.

09/21/2025

Wow! I think everyone saw the recent snow in the mountains. This along with the cooler temperatures has been a pretty stark reminder that winter really is just around the corner. Are you and your plants ready?

Wow! I think everyone saw the recent snow in the mountains. This along with the cooler temperatures has been a pretty stark reminder that winter really is just around the

09/18/2025

Lee Marts VFW Post 3571 and the Auxiliary dedicated a tree to the Delta County Sheriff's Office on Sept. 11 in a 9-11 remembrance ceremony.

09/18/2025

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09/17/2025

It began with a dream, followed by a commitment to help local youth stay active through a multitude of volunteers and donations. And in a time when children are lured into staying behind screens, the need is even greater.

It began with a dream, followed by a commitment to help local youth stay active through a multitude of volunteers and donations. And in a time when children are lured

09/17/2025

The 2025 Mountain Harvest Festival, taking place from Sept. 26 to 28, is sponsored by the North Fork Valley Creative Coalition and features an array of musicians and activities to keep attendees entertained.

The 2025 Mountain Harvest Festival, taking place from Sept. 26 to 28, is sponsored by the North Fork Valley Creative Coalition and features an array of musicians and activities to

09/17/2025

For the last few years, the Cedaredge Volunteer Fire Department's Chili Cook-Off fundraiser has taken place on Friday of Applefest weekend. This year, it's back to it's classic Thursday evening time slot, scheduled for Oct. 2.

For the last few years, the Cedaredge Volunteer Fire Department's Chili Cook-Off fundraiser has taken place on Friday of Applefest weekend. This year, it's back to it's classic Thursday evening

09/17/2025

Please note: All charges are merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until or unless proven guilty.

09/17/2025

Katie Bowers has been appointed to the Delta City Council's District C vacancy, formerly occupied by William Tedrow. She was the sole applicant for the position.

09/17/2025

During the Sept. 11 Hotchkiss Board of Trustees meeting, the board was asked to approve sending the change of location for Valley High Hotchkiss Dispensary's application to the state for its approval. Jim Jorgensen voted yes, Randy Thalmann no, Pat …

During the Sept. 11 Hotchkiss Board of Trustees meeting, the board was asked to approve sending the change of location for Valley High Hotchkiss Dispensary's application to the state for

09/16/2025

Free Access — Delta County Public Health and DCSD are responding to bats found at the Delta Family Center and BELA Preschool. All tested bats are negative for rabies, but families are urged to report any possible contact for safety.

Delta County Public Health and DCSD are responding to bats found at the Delta Family Center and BELA Preschool. All tested bats are negative for rabies, but families are urged