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Looking Back!

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Wednesday, February 4, 2026
15 Years Ago February 3, 2011 Classifieds FREE STUFFFree old newspapers. A million household uses, including insulation (though not particularly fire resistant), fire starters, makeshift umbrellas and snake-cage liners. The papers are also still quite readable.
Snow was made by Tuesday morning photo by Jim Harper

Snow was made by Tuesday morning photo by Jim Harper

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Silverton Skijoring is making snow for the winter’s biggest event

Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
TConnecting all the pumps and electrical took many handshe local non-profit Silverton Skijoring has partnered with the Town of Silverton Public Works Department to make snow for this year’s event happening Saturday and Sunday February 14th & 15th President’s Day weekend.

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In Brief

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 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.
Day Increasing / Night Retreating

Day Increasing / Night Retreating

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Day Increasing / Night Retreating

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Midway is halfway between Howardsville and Eureka, heading towards the Continental Divide on your way up canyon. We are now experiencing another Midway in our lives and in our remote mountainous realm.

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Mountain Happenings

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Wednesday, January 28, 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.
Regional News Roundup

Regional News Roundup

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Regional News Roundup

News Staff
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
DURANGO:• Charlie Mickel, who grew up skiing at Purgatory Resort, was announced as one of the Americans who will compete in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics. Task Force made of three CCRC members and community members.
Silverton Square fire the night of October 5th, 2022 Photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Silverton Square fire the night of October 5th, 2022 Photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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Silverton Square on 12th and Mineral auction update

Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
The burnt-out building on the corner of 12th and Mineral Street, formerly known as the Silverton Square has been a major eye sore since the fire the night of October 5th, 2022.
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