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![The Top 10 Trendy Costumes for Halloween in Colorado This Year](http://townsquare.media/site/1119/files/2023/10/attachment-Costumes.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The Top 10 Trendy Costumes for Halloween in Colorado This Year
I've always like dressing up for Halloween. If you haven't decided on which costume to choose, here are 10 options that are sure to be popular this year.
![Beware of This Scam If You Bank in Colorado](http://townsquare.media/site/1119/files/2023/09/attachment-Bank-Scam-image.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Beware of This Scam If You Bank in Colorado
Cyber criminals are trying to get your personal banking information by call, email and text messages. Here's what to watch for and what you need to know about this phishing scam.
![Remembering Marta Taylor of Operation Sweet Tooth in Montrose](http://townsquare.media/site/1119/files/2023/09/attachment-marta-jimresize.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Remembering Marta Taylor of Operation Sweet Tooth in Montrose
Many people in Montrose have heard of Operation Sweet Tooth, but may not have known it's co-founder, Marta Taylor. She was a tiny, feisty woman and the driving force behind Operation Sweet Tooth, which sent supplies to our local troops stationed overseas.
![Different Names Coloradans Use for Grandparents](http://townsquare.media/site/1119/files/2023/09/attachment-41.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Different Names Coloradans Use for Grandparents
What do people of Colorado call their grandparents? While Grandpa and Grandma came in near the top, I really liked some of the other results too.
![Have a Grand Time: Celebrate Grandparent's Day this Weekend](http://townsquare.media/site/1119/files/2023/09/attachment-9.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Have a Grand Time: Celebrate Grandparent's Day this Weekend
Grandparents Day is September 10th. Grandparents pass on wisdom, family recipes and family stories to the next generations. Here are some ideas for you to celebrate the grandparents in your life.
![Do You Know Where to See the Pride of Montrose Marching Band?](http://townsquare.media/site/1119/files/2023/08/hqdefault.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Do You Know Where to See the Pride of Montrose Marching Band?
Don't miss the Pride of Montrose High School Marching Band this fall:
![The Shocking Truth About Back to School Costs in Colorado](http://townsquare.media/site/1119/files/2023/08/attachment-RS12163_465505941-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
The Shocking Truth About Back to School Costs in Colorado
It's back to school time in Colorado. There's a lot of money being spent per student. Where does Colorado rank compared to other states?
![Looking for Some Sweet Fun? Try Ouray, Colorado](http://townsquare.media/site/1119/files/2023/08/attachment-candy-image.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Looking for Some Sweet Fun? Try Ouray, Colorado
We took a drive to Ouray, Colorado for some sweet fun. There are lots of great places to visit in the town known as the Switzerland of America. It has candy shops, great restaurants, and the Ouray Hot Springs Pool.
![Are Hummingbirds Native to Colorado?](http://townsquare.media/site/1119/files/2023/08/attachment-hummingbird.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Are Hummingbirds Native to Colorado?
There are over 300 species of hummingbirds, but none of them are classified as residents of Colorado. There are a few species that do visit Colorado during the summer.
![Things to Know When Adopting a Puppy in Colorado](http://townsquare.media/site/1119/files/2023/07/attachment-dog-feature1.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Things to Know When Adopting a Puppy in Colorado
We recently adopted a puppy. I had forgotten about things that puppies do. Here are some things to remember when you decide to make a puppy a part of your family.