Blue Ribbon Run Sees Record Crowd on the Fourth of July

Silverton kicked off Independence Day in the best way possible this year, with the Blue Ribbon Run 5K and 10K drawing its biggest crowd yet.

No Free Passes on the Frontier: Why San Juan County Election Judges Out-Train Everyone Else

There is a common assumption that running an election in a small community is a pretty casual affair. It makes sense on the surface; fewer voters should mean a simpler process.

Looking Back!

16 Years Ago July 8, 2010A large family gathering at the Kendall Mountain Recreation Area turned tragic on Friday evening, July 2, when a 2-year-old boy from Farmington was swept away in the Animas River and drowned.Sheriff Sue Kurtz identified the victim as Roman Martinez.

Way Back!

From the July 10, 1880 edition of the Leadville Weekly Democrat: A CHURCH COMING TO SILVERTON.Silverton is to have a church building. They have been living all these years without one.From the July 6, 1895 edition of the Silverton Standard: SILVERTON ALL RIGHT.L.A.

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:...