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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

News Staff
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

News Staff
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?

News Staff
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.
Rebounding elk populations in Western Colorado prompts Colorado Parks and Wildlife to propose increased licenses for the 2026 Big Game Hunting season

Rebounding elk populations in Western Colorado prompts Colorado Parks and Wildlife to propose increased licenses for the 2026 Big Game Hunting season

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Rebounding elk populations in Western Colorado prompts Colorado Parks and Wildlife to propose increased licenses for the 2026 Big Game Hunting season

Submitted By Colorado
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
After completing this year’s annual classification flights, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) saw elk in the Bears Ears (E-2) and White River (E-6) areas returning to the population objective range for the first time since the severe winter of 2022-23.
Library Corner

Library Corner

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Library Corner

Misti Anderson, Library Director
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
One of the things I love most about libraries is that they evolve to meet the needs of the community. Sometimes that means books, sometimes it means programs— and sometimes it means something a little different.
Betsy Barney at 5 years old. She grew up skiing on our local Kendall Mountain Ski Area photo by Salley Barney

Betsy Barney at 5 years old. She grew up skiing on our local Kendall Mountain Ski Area photo by Salley Barney

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Kendall Mountain Ski Area’s Hometown Skier

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Our own Silverton local Kendall Mountain Ski Area’s hometown skier, Betsy Barney (age 11), competed in the Colorado U12 Championship giant slalom and slalom races March 14 & 15 at Powderhorn Ski Area just outside Grand Junction.
(L-R) Charla Bingel Andreatta, Patty Bingel, Sue Bingel Sanders, and Mark Irsik at Patti’s retirement party at the Alpine Tavern photo by Charla Bingel Andreatta

(L-R) Charla Bingel Andreatta, Patty Bingel, Sue Bingel Sanders, and Mark Irsik at Patti’s retirement party at the Alpine Tavern photo by Charla Bingel Andreatta

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
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