The government of Mesa County declared a local-level disaster emergency declaration on Tuesday morning as a result of several ongoing wildfires within county borders.

Fire crews are still battling the blazes of the Turner Gulch and Wright Draw wildfires, which made Mesa County to declare a local disaster emergency in response. “This emergency declaration really just loses us up to be quick,

A federal magistrate judge heard from attorneys for Tina Peters, the election-denying former Mesa County clerk, during a Tuesday habeas corpus hearing, but he did not yet reach a recommendation on her petition.

Peters’ team says she was denied bond to keep her from speaking out, but the magistrate appeared skeptical of whether he could order her release.

The Turner Gulch Fire has reached 15,286 acres with 34% containment, while the Write Draw fire remains at 448 acres and 0% contained, according to fire officials.

Crews are battling the Turner Gulch and Wright Draw fires near Gateway in Mesa County. Evacuations are still in place, but some were downgraded to pre-evacuations.

On July 18, the Mesa County Fair held their annual Friday night rodeo, which brought in big crowds and showcased a full lineup of traditional Western events. Contestants competed in many different events such as bull riding,

Several youth in the community show livestock during the fair each year. Aging from six to 18, they can show a variety of animals, including but not limited to rabbits, goats, sheep, and cattle. They get their animal months in advance and work with them daily to prepare for the show.