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Letter of Resignation from Mayor

News Staff
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Dear Silverton Board of Trustees and Silverton Community, With a heavy heart, I am writing to submit my resignation as Mayor of the Town of Silverton effective April 14, 2026.
Pussy Willows

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Pussy Willows- In February?

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Outside of the box and far, far away from the screaming screen, life can be a whole lot more serene.Often, the winds of change blow through our valley and mountain realm. Nature can be decidedly stormy, unsettled, and unpredictable at times.

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2026 County Office Candidate Guide

Charles Alex Lanis,
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Ever thought about running for elected office? This year, San Juan County voters will choose leaders who shape everything from land use and taxes to public safety and law enforcement.

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Mountain Happenings

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Wednesday, March 4, 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.
Barbara McLachlan on the main stage during the DWLC photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Barbara McLachlan on the main stage during the DWLC photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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The Durango Women’s Leadership Conference featured regional women leaders

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
A review and recap by DeAnne Gallegos Last Thursday, the Durango Women’s Leadership Conference up at Fort Lewis College highlighted 27 Southwest Colorado women who delivered panel discussions, inspiring talks, leadership tips, and interactive breakout sessions across 16 half-day conference options.
St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations over three days

St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations over three days

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St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations over three days in Silverton

News Staff
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
There will be three days of events around St. Patrick’s Day this year in Silverton. The restaurants and bars will be having activities and celebrations while featuring Irish dishes.The Silverton Public Library will be baking savory Irish pies for sale and on St.
Library Corner

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Library Corner

Misti Anderson Silverton Librarian
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
At the Silverton Public Library, we’re always looking for meaningful ways to connect with our community—and one of our favorite ways to do that right now is through our podcast, The Silverton Library Connection Podcast.If you haven’t listened yet, consider this your invitation.
The Den’s Drag Trivia Night’s winning team, L-R: Jill Bagalini,, Krista Beyer, Hannah Green, Anne Chase, Dustin, and front center Critt Kuenning photo by Evin Harris

The Den’s Drag Trivia Night’s winning team, L-R: Jill Bagalini,, Krista Beyer, Hannah Green, Anne Chase, Dustin, and front center Critt Kuenning photo by Evin Harris

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Wednesday, March 4, 2026

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Looking Back!

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Wednesday, March 4, 2026
25 years ago March 1, 2001By Mark Chacon In the first few minutes of the game the score was zero zero.We scored the first two points of the game and then that’s when the game started. It was point after point for each team but in the second quarter, before half time, we were ahead by 10 points.
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