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WEEKEND AT A GLANCE (all events are free)

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
Friday, September 11 · Silverton Summer Sounds: Giant Walking Robots + The Van Allen Dilemma 6–9 p.m. | Memorial Park Saturday, September 12 · Maker's Market & Music Fest 11 a.m.–5 p.m.
Chris and Richard Ballantine at the Ballantine Family Gathering last Friday evening photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Chris and Richard Ballantine at the Ballantine Family Gathering last Friday evening photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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Congratulations to Chris Ballantine Who is Now the 3rd Generation Publisher of the Durango Herald Newspaper

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
Chris Ballantine, the son of Richard Ballantine, and grandson of Morley and Arthur Ballantine who purchased the Durango Herald in the 1950’s, has become the Ballantine family 3rd generation publisher of the Durango Herald as of mid-July of this year.
Silverton Dogs Mimi the Yorkie and Ruger the Chocolate Lab enjoying a Silverton Summer day together, barking at all the tourists just for fun. photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Silverton Dogs Mimi the Yorkie and Ruger the Chocolate Lab enjoying a Silverton Summer day together, barking at all the tourists just for fun. photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
SILVERTON SOCIETY
Aly Wiemken enjoyed her visit from her dad, and they hiked around Molas Lake together to celebrate his birthday. photo by Aly Wiemken

Aly Wiemken enjoyed her visit from her dad, and they hiked around Molas Lake together to celebrate his birthday. photo by Aly Wiemken

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
SILVERTON SOCIETY
Way Back!

Way Back!

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Way Back!

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
From the August 25, 1900 edition of the Silverton Standard: EXTRACTS FROM THE GLADSTONE KIBOSH.Our local blacksmith is using part of his shop for dental parlors. He has no chair at present.

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Looking Back!

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
August 25, 2015The Silverton Town Council and the San Juan County Board of Commissioners have unanimously adopted a resolution asking Congress to approve “emergency disaster funding” in the wake of the Aug.

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In Brief

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Thursday, August 27, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Silverton’s King of Rock and Roll A celebration of life for Mike Geryak and a potluck will be held on August 29, 11 am- 2 pm, at Anesi Park in Silverton.Joe Jake Gallegos Memorial Services Friday, August 28th, 1 pm Mass at St.
The Anvil Townhomes are located on 5th St and Martha Rose Blvd Photo by DeAnne Gallegos

The Anvil Townhomes are located on 5th St and Martha Rose Blvd Photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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Silverton Housing Authority Hosts an Open House Event

Deanne Gallegos
Thursday, August 27, 2026
On Tuesday evening, the Silverton Housing Authority and Town of Silverton hosted an open house event and community BBQ at the Anvil Townhomes development on 5th Street and Martha Rose Blvd.
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