Dan Covault Prepares to Be Sheriff

Dan Covault has been appointed as the next sheriff of San Miguel County, following Sheriff Bill Masters’ retirement after 45 years. Covault, a 25-year veteran of local law enforcement, reflects on his journey, the challenges of stepping into Masters' legacy, and his hopes for the San Miguel County Sheriff's Office.

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Newscast 5-1-25

- Dan Covault Prepares to Be Sheriff - The West End Roundup with The San Miguel Basin Forum - Commissioners Sign Resolution in Support of Public Lands

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Dan Covault Named as Interim Sheriff

Undersheriff Dan Covault has been appointed as interim sheriff of San Miguel County, following Sheriff Bill Masters’ upcoming retirement. Covault will serve the remainder of Masters’ term, expiring in 2026, after a public selection process involving extensive community input and interviews with both finalists.

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Sheriff Candidates Share Thoughts on Policing

The two candidates vying to be appointed as San Miguel County sheriff shared their thoughts on a number of topics during interviews with the San Miguel Board of County Commissioners on Tuesday. San Miguel County Undersheriff Dan Covault and San Miguel County Sheriff Operations Sgt. Lane Masters are looking to be appointed to the position, which will be left vacant when current Sheriff Bill Masters steps down in June. The appointed sheriff will serve the remainder of Sheriff Masters’ term, which is up in 2026.

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Newscast 4-23-25

- Sheriff Candidates Share Thoughts on Policing - CSU Extension Looks to Reflect the Community - Common Ground Digs Into Regenerative Agriculture

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Newscast 4-21-25

- The Bears Are Back In Town - Parking Changes Come To Main Street - A Flag For The Earth

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Newscast 4-11-25

- Of The Trees Comes to Town Park - Spring Runoff Season Begins with Water Woes - SMART Adds Monthly Rider Pass

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Newscast 4-9-25

- Telluride Mountain Club Proposes New Trails - Open Space Work Plan Highlights Recreation - The Best Book of 2025 Is…

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“Off the Record” 4-1-25: News Through the Decades

It's April Fools' Day, but rather than tricking listeners with fake news, KOTO News is stepping back in time with newscasts from old. Hear stories from our archives (digitized thanks to the Wilkinson Public Library), along with some of our favorite bloopers, promos, and stories from the recent past.

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Newscast 3-28-25

- Sarah Landeryou Says Goodbye - Coal Transition Communities Find Support - Cat Movie Fisher with Risho Unda

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Brush Fire in Norwood Highlights Community Preparedness

A controlled burn near Norwood, Colo., spread to nearly two acres on March 11, fueled by high winds. Fire Chief John Bockrath warns of increasing wildfire risks due to low moisture and advises caution with controlled burns.

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