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Photo by Hillary Cable3 Silverton Mountain Staff have been going to the ski area every day to start preparing for ski season. This is the Silverton Mountain chairlift with fresh snow from the last storm

Photo by Hillary Cable3 Silverton Mountain Staff have been going to the ski area every day to start preparing for ski season. This is the Silverton Mountain chairlift with fresh snow from the last storm

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Silverton Mountain Staff

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
The ski area Silverton Mountain’s yurt and picnic tables are starting to pile up with fresh snow Photo by Hillary Cable

The ski area Silverton Mountain’s yurt and picnic tables are starting to pile up with fresh snow Photo by Hillary Cable

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Pile up with fresh snow

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025

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Looking Back!

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
20 Years Ago November 24, 2005 Those who were lucky enough to attend the Light Night grand opening gala of the Silverton Family Learning Center’s new facility were treated to, among other things, a belly-dancing performance by Silverton’s Chris Chambers (pictured).
Way Back!

Way Back!

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Way Back!

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Sunnyside Mine, 1925 The Sunnyside Mine complex is seen in 1925 from the snow-covered northwestern corner of Lake Emma, back in a southeasterly direction toward the boarding houses and shop.

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In Brief

News Staff
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Bear With Us Here at The Silverton Standard and the Miner Newspaper We are putting THE back into the name!
Mike Geryak showing off the Mike Geryak Stage at the Anesi Park opening celebration September 9, 2023 Photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Mike Geryak showing off the Mike Geryak Stage at the Anesi Park opening celebration September 9, 2023 Photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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Community Mourns the Loss of Longtime Local Mike Geryak

Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Longtime Silverton local Mike Geryak passed away peacefully last Saturday, November 22nd, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction. He had suffered a fall almost four weeks prior on Tuesday, October 28th, which ultimately led to complications and his passing.

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Mountain Happenings

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Ongoing • Move Yoga Schedule Tuesdays 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.
Mike Geryak Go

Mike Geryak Go

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Mike Geryak Go Fund Me Update

News Staff
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Help Silverton’s King of Rock ’n’ Roll Get Back on His Feet! Local woodworker, jeweler, musician, and community builder Mike Geryak is recovering from a serious accident.
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Community

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Community Thanksgiving Luncheon is Back!

Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
The annual Thanksgiving community luncheon is back this year after a few years without one in town. Thanks to longtime Silverton locals Patty Dailey and Fred Fasching, in partnership with St.
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