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Photo by: Dave Tomanovich The official start of the great egg scramble of 2026.

Photo by: Dave Tomanovich The official start of the great egg scramble of 2026.

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Fetch left Silverton…to travel with his granddaughters for spring break Photo by: Katey Fetch

Fetch left Silverton…to travel with his granddaughters for spring break Photo by: Katey Fetch

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Photo by: Scott Fetchnhier

Photo by: Scott Fetchnhier

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Silverton locals Jan and Kathy Zabinski visiting Chaco Canyon

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Looking Back!

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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.
Way Back!

Way Back!

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Way Back!

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
From the April 4, 1903 edition of the Silverton Standard: TOWN MUST PREPARE FOR 15,000 RESIDENTS.
Anne Chase of the SHA, Marshell Thompson, Karen Srebacic-Sites of Vermilion Realty. Photo credit Silverton Housing Authority

Anne Chase of the SHA, Marshell Thompson, Karen Srebacic-Sites of Vermilion Realty. Photo credit Silverton Housing Authority

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Silverton Housing Authority Celebrates First Closing at Anvil Townhomes

Anne Chase Director Of The Sha
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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.
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 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

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San Juan County Sheriff Steve Lowrance Was Sworn in on April 1st, 2026

Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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.

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In Brief

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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
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.

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Mountain Happenings

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Wednesday, April 1, 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.
Naomi Riess is running for Colorado House District 59

Naomi Riess is running for Colorado House District 59

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Who Is Naomi Riess?

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Naomi Riess - Land, Family, and Community: In a town like Durango, people often take on many roles: parent, volunteer, business owner, rancher, and neighbor.
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