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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
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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. 5 Gold King Mine blowout, plus additional funding for a treatment plant and other cleanup...

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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.Patrick Catholic Church, followed by burial at...
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.The majority of the Town of Silverton Trustees and staff were at the open house while Mayor Jim Harper grilled...
Ava Andrade on a street in Ridgway with a smoke filled horizon Photo by Katey Fetch

Ava Andrade on a street in Ridgway with a smoke filled horizon Photo by Katey Fetch

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Smoldering Flames: The Gold Mountain and Elk Fire’s Impact

Katey Fetch
Thursday, August 27, 2026
The mountains outside Ouray and Lake City are charcoal, streaked with patches of green that managed to escape the flames. Along Highway 550, deep channels filled with mud and debris mark where water rushed down the newly formed burn scar.

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Mountain Happenings

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Wednesday, August 19, 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...
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