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SJMA’s Durango Nature Center

SJMA’s Durango Nature Center

Lessons That Stick

Adriana Stimax Sjma Education Director
Thursday, February 19, 2026
On a warm Saturday morning, a family arrived at our Durango Nature Center. The parents said they’d never been before, but their kids had attended a San Juan Mountains Association (SJMA) summer camp and insisted on showing them the place.

In Brief

News Staff
Thursday, February 19, 2026
The Silverton Standard and Miner Newspaper Newsstand Edition Price Increase The price of The Silverton Standard and Miner Newspaper PRINT EDITION that is found in the newspaper kiosks around town will go up to $1.00 (4 quarters) from the 50 cents it has been for decades.
Richard Weber and his horse Franks & Beans during Silverton Skijoring opening ceremony Photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Richard Weber and his horse Franks & Beans during Silverton Skijoring opening ceremony Photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Town was full of visitors and spectators for the event

Deanne Gallegos
Thursday, February 19, 2026
This past Silverton Skijoring weekend was exactly what the crew who came together to make snow for the event had hoped for, a packed town of spectators.The crowds were big and deep along Notorious Blair Street, and the cheers were loud.
Endless Summer

Endless Summer

Endless Summer

News Staff
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
This week's title for our column is not what any of us signed on for up here Inside Of The Wall Of Kong!Endless Winter is what all of us extremophiles are ecstatic about- and how! However, we are often humbled by Mother Nature.She calls the tune, and we dance accordingly.

Mountain Happenings

News Staff
Wednesday, February 11, 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.
Brynn Hamm is in middle of the three students who competed photo by Silverton School

Brynn Hamm is in middle of the three students who competed photo by Silverton School

Local Student Places 3rd at the Regional Science Fair With Innovative Mushroom Research

Submitted By Megan Davenport Silverton School
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
One of our own high school juniors, Brynn Hamm earned third place in her category at the Regional Science Fair held at Fort Lewis College last week, impressing judges with her innovative approach to one of the world's most pressing environmental challenges: plastic waste.
Lindsey Halvorson

Lindsey Halvorson

Town of Silverton Trustee April Election Update

Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
According to the update from Town Clerk and interim Town Administrator Melina Marks at last Monday night’s regular Town of Silverton Trustee meeting, the Trustees will adopt a resolution 19 days before the scheduled April 7th, 2026, election date that cancels the election and appoints the three...
A week later, Ryan Copenhagen returns to the scene where the accident occurred, showing the wire that caused the injury Photo by Ryan Copenhagen

A week later, Ryan Copenhagen returns to the scene where the accident occurred, showing the wire that caused the injury Photo by Ryan Copenhagen

Dangerous Debris in the Backcountry

Katey Fetch
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Backcountry activities in San Juan County currently contain hazardous debris. During a recent outing, Ryan Copenhagen (named with permission) encountered an exposed wire at neck height that would typically be buried in a normal snow year.
Kelly Tompkins appointed as Town of Silverton Municipal Judge photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Kelly Tompkins appointed as Town of Silverton Municipal Judge photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Town appoints Kelly Tompkins as Silverton Judge

Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Silverton local Kelly Tompkins was recently appointed by Colorado Governor Jared Polis to the San Juan County Judge seat in January.Still, the Town of Silverton Board of Trustees gets to decide who the local Silverton municipal judge will be.
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