In Brief

The Silverton Brass Band Sunday Concerts In July, the Silverton Brass Band will begin its weekly 6 pm Sunday concerts. There is no fixed venue; follow the sound of the bass drum and music until you find them.

Silverton’s 4th of July Holiday Was a Success Despite No Fireworks Show

The 4th of July in Silverton was successful despite the wildfire burning just over the mountain near Ouray and the local cancellation of the fireworks show.

Mountain Happenings

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.

Colorado and San Juan County Primary Elections Results

San Juan County Colorado Highlights: San Juan County Sheriff Republican Primary Winner: Steve Lowrance Colorado Primary Highlights Governor Primary Winners: Democrat: Phil Wiser Republican: Too close to call as of Wednesday am State of Colorado House District 59: Democrat: Katie Stewart Republican:...

Not Your Typical Wildflower! The Breathtaking Green Gentian

It only happens once every so many years, and this just happens to be one of the summers that it does.

San Juan County & Silverton go into STAGE 2 FIRE RESTRICTIONS

On Monday, June 29th, both the San Juan County Commissioners and the Town of Silverton Board of Trustees held their own special meetings and adopted STAGE 2 FIRE RESTRICTIONS. BLM and the US Forest Service are expected to also go into STAGE 2 FIRE RESTRICTIONS by the end of the week.

Regional News Roundup

TRIPLE-DIGIT HEAT AND RED FLAG: Much of the Western Slope is experiencing a significant heatwave, with temperatures approaching triple digits in some areas. With the gusty conditions and dry fuel, red flag warnings remain in effect.