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SILVERTON SOCIETY
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Silverton locals Jan and Kathy Zabinski visiting Chaco Canyon
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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Looking Back!
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14 Years ago Crested Butte man killed in avalanche ‘Huge slide’ struck Friday near Ophir Pass An avalanche near Ophir Pass on Friday afternoon, March 30, killed a 34-year-old Crested Butte man, according to San Juan County Coroner Keri Metzler. The victim was identified as John Knox McEwen Frank.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Way Back!
Way Back!
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From the April 4, 1903 edition of the Silverton Standard: TOWN MUST PREPARE FOR 15,000 RESIDENTS.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Anne Chase of the SHA, Marshell Thompson, Karen Srebacic-Sites of Vermilion Realty. Photo credit Silverton Housing Authority
Silverton Housing Authority Celebrates First Closing at Anvil Townhomes
Anne Chase Director Of The Sha
The Silverton Housing Authority celebrates the successful closing of the first home at the Anvil Townhomes development on March 30, marking a major milestone in the community’s ongoing efforts to expand access to homeownership.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
San Juan County Sheriff Steve Lowrance with his wife Norma, their children and San Juan County Judge Kelly Tompkins at his swearing in on Wednesday 4/1/2026 photo by Alex Lanis
San Juan County Sheriff Steve Lowrance Was Sworn in on April 1st, 2026
Deanne Gallegos
Newly appointed San Juan County Sheriff Steve Lowrance was sworn in on Wednesday, April 1st, 2026, by the newly appointed San Juan County Judge Kelly Tompkins in front of his family and former San Juan County Sheriff Bruce Conrad in the San Juan County Courthouse.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
In Brief
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The 2026 Edition of Destination Silverton Magazine is on its Way!Be part of the guide that inspires visitors to explore, stay, and shop local – all at an affordable price. To reserve your advertising space, contact editor@thesilvertonstandard. com or visit destinationsilverton.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Mountain Happenings
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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.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Naomi Riess is running for Colorado House District 59
Who Is Naomi Riess?
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Naomi Riess - Land, Family, and Community: In a town like Durango, people often take on many roles: parent, volunteer, business owner, rancher, and neighbor.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
San Juan County Office of Emergency Management is working on Wildfire Preparedness
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San Juan County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is already working on a plan for a dry and hot summer.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Rebounding elk populations in Western Colorado prompts Colorado Parks and Wildlife to propose increased licenses for the 2026 Big Game Hunting season
Rebounding elk populations in Western Colorado prompts Colorado Parks and Wildlife to propose increased licenses for the 2026 Big Game Hunting season
Submitted By Colorado
After completing this year’s annual classification flights, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) saw elk in the Bears Ears (E-2) and White River (E-6) areas returning to the population objective range for the first time since the severe winter of 2022-23.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
