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If approved, Valley Range Energy Park would have the capacity to supply 40% of peak demand throughout the co-op partnership service area. Valley Range goes before permitting boards in Montezuma Couty this fall.

If approved, Valley Range Energy Park would have the capacity to supply 40% of peak demand throughout the co-op partnership service area. Valley Range goes before permitting boards in Montezuma Couty this fall.

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SMPA Pursues Historic Renewable Energy Purchase to Secure Long-Term Savings for Members

News Staff
Thursday, October 22, 2026
■ Submitted By San Miguel Power AssociationThe cooperative partnership of San Miguel Power Association (SMPA), Empire Electric Association (EEA), Gunnison County Electric Association (GCEA), and San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative (SLVREC) has agreed to purchase power from Valley Range...

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Mountain Happenings

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Thursday, October 22, 2026
Ongoing• Move Yoga ScheduleTuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 pm Gym Hours: 5:30 am- 9pm, 7 days a week (closed during yoga class).Please reach out to move. silverton@gmail.com. if you would like to join the Silverton’s community gym space.• Free Exercise ClassesMonday 6 pm Zumba (gym) Tuesday 7:00 pm...
A misty day in the cemetery Photo by Katey Fetch

A misty day in the cemetery Photo by Katey Fetch

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Ghostly Tales Part I: The Hillside Cemetery

Katey Fetch
Thursday, October 22, 2026
The Hillside Cemetery, perched above Silverton, is the final resting place for generations of pioneers, miners, and residents, and it holds tales of heartbreak, hardship, and perhaps the supernatural.
Local retail sales in Durango grew just 0.3% over the past three years, while online shopping increased 24%, according to a presentation by Pioneer Development Co. (Jerry McBride Durango Herald file)

Local retail sales in Durango grew just 0.3% over the past three years, while online shopping increased 24%, according to a presentation by Pioneer Development Co. (Jerry McBride Durango Herald file)

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Durango Mall could have new owner in 2027

Tyler Brown Durango Herald Staff Writer
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Anew developer could finalize the purchase of the Durango Mall in early 2027, potentially paving the way for a redevelopment of the property.

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Regional News Roundup

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Thursday, October 22, 2026
The Ouray County commissioners approved a contract that would make the Ouray County Sheriff's Office the provider of police services in Ouray. If the city council approves it, the amended contract will reflect higher charges for the services.
Fresh snow falling in the pocket park next to the bank last week photo by Melanie Bergolc

Fresh snow falling in the pocket park next to the bank last week photo by Melanie Bergolc

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Thursday, October 22, 2026
SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Looking Back ...

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Thursday, October 22, 2026
October 20, 2016San Juan County Commissioners have unanimously approved the sketch plan for a 160lot luxury motorcoach subdivision across U.S. 550 from Cascade Village, and developers are pushing for final approval in time to break ground in the spring.October 20, 2011The Durango & Silverton Narrow...
NEWSPAPER FLEES ANIMAS FORKS, SETS UP SHOP HERE.

NEWSPAPER FLEES ANIMAS FORKS, SETS UP SHOP HERE.

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NEWSPAPER FLEES ANIMAS FORKS, SETS UP SHOP HERE.

News Staff
Thursday, October 22, 2026
On Monday of this week Geo. N. Raymond moved the material used in publishing the Animas Forks Pioneer to this city and on next Thursday will commence the publication of The San Juan. This step was made necessary by the Republicans of this place and county desiring a representative paper.
CDOT purchased 14.86 acres on the Shrine Hillside for $1.2 million dollars at the end of September

CDOT purchased 14.86 acres on the Shrine Hillside for $1.2 million dollars at the end of September

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CDOT Buys 14.86 Acres on Shrine Hill Just Above Anvil Community for $1.2 Million

Deanne Gallegos
Thursday, October 22, 2026
On September 29th, 2026, CDOT (Colorado Department of Transportation) closed on 14.86 acres of land on Shrine Hill just off County Road 6 for $1.2 million dollars, also known as Shrine Hill Road, which runs right through the purchased property.
BLM Zooms into Comissioner meeting

BLM Zooms into Comissioner meeting

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BLM Moves Forward with a Motorized Trail Connector Up in Minnie Gulch

Deanne Gallegos
Thursday, October 22, 2026
t the last San Juan Board of County CommissionersAmeeting on Wednesday , October 14th, BLM Field Manager for the Gunnison Office Jon Kaminsky told the San Juan County Commissioners, “Second thing I would like to bring to your attention is that we have been directed from our leadership to reopen the...
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