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San Juan County Primary Elections Q & A

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
The June 30 Primary Election is an important step in Colorado’s election process, but primary elections can be confusing—especially for unaffiliated voters or voters who do not vote in every election.
Two moose hanging out by the railroad bridge without a care in the world long after all the tourist have left for the day photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Two moose hanging out by the railroad bridge without a care in the world long after all the tourist have left for the day photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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Two moose hanging out

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Thursday, June 18, 2026
Two moose hanging out
Megan after the 2017 The North Face 50 Mile Photo iRunFar Bryon Powell

Megan after the 2017 The North Face 50 Mile Photo iRunFar Bryon Powell

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Remembering Megan Kimmel

Meghan Hicks
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Megan Kimmel tragically passed away this past week, at the age of 46.A beloved off-road runner, backcountry skier, hiker, dog mom, entrepreneur, free spirit, family member, and friend, Megan brought joy to the lives of so many.
Silverton Wild, a new nonprofit focused on outdoor recreation events, had a booth at Silverton Summer Sounds. Dr. Yvonne Naughton and Angelo Colletti are a part of the new nonprofit photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Silverton Wild, a new nonprofit focused on outdoor recreation events, had a booth at Silverton Summer Sounds. Dr. Yvonne Naughton and Angelo Colletti are a part of the new nonprofit photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

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Thursday, June 18, 2026
SILVERTON SOCIETY
Silverton’s baseball field is being used every week by locals photo by Dayna Kranker

Silverton’s baseball field is being used every week by locals photo by Dayna Kranker

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SILVERTON SOCIETY

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
SILVERTON SOCIETY
1891: The 1100 Block of Greene Street Photo courtesy San Juan County Historical Society

1891: The 1100 Block of Greene Street Photo courtesy San Juan County Historical Society

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Way Back!

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
The west side of the 1100 block of Greene Street in 1891. In front, at the corner of 12th and Greene, is the Uno Club Room, followed by the St.Charles Restaurant, Neer & Hanna Barbers, Silverton Drug Co., Helmboldt Meat Market, Bordeleau Hardware Co., and H.G.

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Looking Back!

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
15 YEARS AGO Police Blotter June 9, 2011Received a complaint of children riding bicycles on the sidewalk in an area where they are excluded by town ordinance.A warning was issued for speeding. A motorist was assisted.Two parking complaints were reported.

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In Brief

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Ha Ha Da Vinci – Critically Acclaimed Solo Illusion, Music, Puppetry, and Theater Show June 19th, free magic trick workshop, 4-5 pm at the Silverton Powerhouse Collective • June 20th, the show (tickets required), 7 pm at the Silverton Powerhouse Collective.
Stage 1 Fire Restriction banners were installed by Office of Emergency Management last week at every point of entry of town photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Stage 1 Fire Restriction banners were installed by Office of Emergency Management last week at every point of entry of town photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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San Juan County Enters Stage I Fire Restrictions

Katey Fetch
Thursday, June 18, 2026
With wildfires burning in neighboring counties and warm gusty conditions persisting across Colorado’s Western Slope, San Juan County, the town of Silverton, the US Forest Service, and the BLM have implemented Stage I fire restrictions in an effort to curb wildfire risks.
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