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Looking Back!

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
30 years ago March 7, 1996 By Beverly RichThe American West once had hundreds of precious metals mills. Now only a handful remain, and most are in various stages of ruin. One important exception is the Mayflower Mill, two miles northeast of Silverton. ...
Start them while they are young. Young skiers were awarded for their efforts in the spring of 1986. Photo: From the March 6, 1986 Edition of the Silverton Standard

Start them while they are young. Young skiers were awarded for their efforts in the spring of 1986. Photo: From the March 6, 1986 Edition of the Silverton Standard

Way Back!

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
From the March 12, 1898 edition of the Silverton Standard: WHAT DOES IT MEAN?FARMINGTON, N.M. March 5, 1898.JOHN ROGERS, Sheriff, San Juan Co.

In Brief

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
The printed edition of The Silverton Standard & Miner will now be available Thursday night in kiosks and mailed out on Friday to print subscribers due to a Montrose newspaper printing schedule change.
The Kranker Family

The Kranker Family

Letter of Resignation from Mayor

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Dear Silverton Board of Trustees and Silverton Community, With a heavy heart, I am writing to submit my resignation as Mayor of the Town of Silverton effective April 14, 2026.
Pussy Willows

Pussy Willows

Pussy Willows- In February?

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Outside of the box and far, far away from the screaming screen, life can be a whole lot more serene.Often, the winds of change blow through our valley and mountain realm. Nature can be decidedly stormy, unsettled, and unpredictable at times.

Mountain Happenings

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Barbara McLachlan on the main stage during the DWLC photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Barbara McLachlan on the main stage during the DWLC photo by DeAnne Gallegos

The Durango Women’s Leadership Conference featured regional women leaders

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
A review and recap by DeAnne Gallegos Last Thursday, the Durango Women’s Leadership Conference up at Fort Lewis College highlighted 27 Southwest Colorado women who delivered panel discussions, inspiring talks, leadership tips, and interactive breakout sessions across 16 half-day conference options.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations over three days

St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations over three days

St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations over three days in Silverton

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
There will be three days of events around St. Patrick’s Day this year in Silverton. The restaurants and bars will be having activities and celebrations while featuring Irish dishes.The Silverton Public Library will be baking savory Irish pies for sale and on St.
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