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The world is in chaos with riots, protests, COVID-19, financial crisis, and political unrest. On a high note, though, the Flag at the top of Mt. Garfield is flying high and looking great.

Right here, right now, Western Colorado has its hands full. Fires are burning out of control, the pandemic continues, and times are uncertain. We do, however, have this watching over us.

The Mesa County Search and Rescue Technical Rescue Team is getting ready to raise the American Flag with the 30th annual climb up Independence Monument. Here's how you can be on hand to witness this awesome event.

Have you ever climbed to the top of Western Colorado's Mt. Garfield to see the flag? If not, that's okay. We'll save you the footwork.

The flag currently flying high on Mt. Garfield is in need of being replaced.

Yesterday warranted a little social distancing in the form of a hike up Mt. Garfield. You'll be pleased to know the flag is flying high. It is, however, in need of some tender loving care.

Aurora police are searching for suspects who protested at ICE detention center on July 12.

A new flag went up at the summit of Mt. Garfield last Thursday, July 4, 2019.

The Mesa County Search and Rescue Technical Rescue Team is getting ready to raise the American Flag with the 29th annual climb up Independence Monument. Here's how you can be on hand to witness this awesome event.

There is one flag in Western Colorado you should see for yourself. There is a catch, though. Seeing this flag will require a little work on your behalf.