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SJMA's Saff Snow Ambassador Basecamp at Andrew's Lake Winter Parking Area photo by SJMA

SJMA's Saff Snow Ambassador Basecamp at Andrew's Lake Winter Parking Area photo by SJMA

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Resolved to be a Good Steward

Stephanie Weber Executive Director Of Sjma
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
All of us at San Juan Mountains Association (SJMA) are starting out the new year with stewardship solidly in the forefront of our minds. Our feet are sore and hands are pruned from all the snow dancing and car washing we’ve been doing in hopes of ushering in the snow we’re all eager to have arrive.
San Juan Development Association’s “Year

San Juan Development Association’s “Year

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San Juan Development Association’s “Year

News Staff
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
San Juan Development Association’s “Year - Rounder” program gave certificates to Silverton Grocery Store Owner Darlene Watson & Citizens State Bank Manger Pato Lira to hang in their businesses.
These Silverton Locals spent celebrating the New Year in Silverton on ice (left to right - back row: Joel Kuenning, Critt Kuenning, Jules Ledford, Matthew Cecil, Lindsey Halvorson, Anne Chase, Jack Klim, Jackson Perry, Sarah Moore, Thomas Moore, front row: Dustin Eldridge, Ryan McClure Photo by Thomas Moore

These Silverton Locals spent celebrating the New Year in Silverton on ice (left to right - back row: Joel Kuenning, Critt Kuenning, Jules Ledford, Matthew Cecil, Lindsey Halvorson, Anne Chase, Jack Klim, Jackson Perry, Sarah Moore, Thomas Moore, front row: Dustin Eldridge, Ryan McClure Photo by Thomas Moore

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New Year's Resolutions….Did you make one?

News Staff
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Locals replied with the following when the Silverton Standard asked, “What was your New Year’s Resolution?”Keri Metzler “Not set myself up for failure by making New Year’s resolutions.”Karen Sites “Not letting Vinny (dog) take home every beat down ball he finds on the street.
Colorado’s November 2025 Employment Situation will be Released on January 7, 2026

Colorado’s November 2025 Employment Situation will be Released on January 7, 2026

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Colorado’s November 2025 Employment Situation will be Released on January 7, 2026

News Staff
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Colorado’s December report will be released on January 27, 2026.(DENVER) — Colorado’s Office of Labor Market Information within the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) will release Colorado’s November 2025 Employment Situation on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 8 a.m.
2025 San Juan County Income Limits

2025 San Juan County Income Limits

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Rolling Applications for Anvil Townhome Buyers Open January 12

Submitted By Silverton
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
The Silverton Housing Authority will open rolling applications for the Anvil Townhomes on January 12. Applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.Four of the nine homes have been accounted for, with five homes remaining for sale in the Anvil Mountain Subdivision.
Town of Silverton breaks ground on Affordable Housing Townhome poject last fall

Town of Silverton breaks ground on Affordable Housing Townhome poject last fall

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Seven Region 9 Towns Addressing Affordable Housing

News Staff
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Update from Region 9Seven Region 9 towns in southwest, CO are addressing the affordable housing crisis, a top priority in Colorado, and our region.In Silverton, a former smelter site is growing into a neighborhood.
Silverton Mountain Guide Calvin Davenport drops in the chute photo by Silverton Mountain

Silverton Mountain Guide Calvin Davenport drops in the chute photo by Silverton Mountain

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Silverton Mountain Officially Opens While Kendall Mountain is Waiting for Snow

Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Silverton Mountain officially opened the weekend between Christmas and New Year's, and there are now skiers wandering around town. Kendall Mountain Ski Area is still awaiting more snow, just like all of us locals are. With the late start of winter, the ice-skating rink is as popular as ever.
Longtime locals and multi-generational family Bingel sisters Charla Bingel Andreatta, Sue Bingel Sanders, and Patty Bingel enjoy the New Year, celebrating with the Alpine Tavern’s Gingerbread Margaritas photo by Charla Andreatta

Longtime locals and multi-generational family Bingel sisters Charla Bingel Andreatta, Sue Bingel Sanders, and Patty Bingel enjoy the New Year, celebrating with the Alpine Tavern’s Gingerbread Margaritas photo by Charla Andreatta

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Regional News Roundup

Regional News Roundup

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Regional News Roundup

News Staff
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
DURANGO:• Shak Powers was recently elevated to the position of Deputy Director at Region 9 EDD. Shak has worked at Region 9 EDD for three years and previously served as the Administrator of Montezuma County. He is a lifelong Montezuma County resident.
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