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Looking Back!

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Wednesday, January 21, 2026
15 Years ago January 20, 2011San Juan County Sheriff’s Office blotter Jan. 12 — James Snyder, of Santa Barbara, Calif., was issued a citation for speeding; 46 in a 30- mph zone. Alden Cooper, of Norwood, was issued a summons for careless driving and driving under restraint.
Way Back!

Way Back!

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Way Back!

News Staff
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
From the January 23, 1897 edition of the Silverton Standard: POWDER HOUSE POSES A DANGER.It is reported that in a long disused powder house up the creek, there are upwards of four tons of old giant powder lying around loose.

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In Brief

News Staff
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
We are putting THE back into the name! The Silverton Standard and the Miner Newspaper have been going through the transition phase with new newspaper ownership and assets like phone numbers, domain, website, subscription software, and email addresses.
Anne Chase the Director of the Silverton Housing Authority at the ground breaking ceremony last fall Photo by Critt Kuenning

Anne Chase the Director of the Silverton Housing Authority at the ground breaking ceremony last fall Photo by Critt Kuenning

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A Year Ahead of Schedule, the Town of Silverton is the First Jurisdiction to Fulfill its Proposition 123 Commitment

Submitted By Colorado Governor Jared Polis Office
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
The Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) announced that the Town of Silverton is the first local government to fully meet its Proposition 123 commitment.

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Mountain Happenings

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Thursday, January 15, 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.• Free Exercise ClassesMonday 6 pm Zumba (gym) Tuesday 7:00 pm...
Elizabeth Stuffings chatting with San Juan County Commisioner Scott Fetchenheir & com-munity member Sue Morris at candidate's night last December photo by DeAnne Gallegos

Elizabeth Stuffings chatting with San Juan County Commisioner Scott Fetchenheir & com-munity member Sue Morris at candidate's night last December photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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Town of Silverton Trustees offer Elizabeth Stuffings Town Administrator position

Deanne Gallegos
Thursday, January 15, 2026
The Town of Silverton Board of Trustees made the announcement at last Monday night’s regular meeting that they have extended a job offer to Elizabeth Stuffings of New Mexico and have entered into a contract negotiation for the Town of Silverton Administrator position with the finalist.
The Silverton Train Depot only has inches of snow in front of it on Sunday January 11th, 2026. photo by DeAnne Gallegos

The Silverton Train Depot only has inches of snow in front of it on Sunday January 11th, 2026. photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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The Silverton Train Depot

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Thursday, January 15, 2026
The Silverton Train Depot
6th Judicial District Judge Justin Fay, San Juan County Judge Kelly J. Tompkins and the 6th Judical District Chief Judge Kim Shropshire in the San Juan County courtroom for the swearing in of Tompkins photo by DeAnne Gallegos

6th Judicial District Judge Justin Fay, San Juan County Judge Kelly J. Tompkins and the 6th Judical District Chief Judge Kim Shropshire in the San Juan County courtroom for the swearing in of Tompkins photo by DeAnne Gallegos

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Governor Polis appoints Silverton’s Kelly J. Tompkins to the San Juan County Court

Deanne Gallegos
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Last Wednesday January 7th, Colorado’s 6th Judicial District Chief Judge Kim Shropshire swore in Silverton and San Juan County resident Kelly J. Tompkins as the Colorado 6th Judicial District San Juan County Judge.
San Miguel Power Association’s Temporary Hardship Program Can Support Members Facing Unexpected Financial Challenges

San Miguel Power Association’s Temporary Hardship Program Can Support Members Facing Unexpected Financial Challenges

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San Miguel Power Association’s Temporary Hardship Program Can Support Members Facing Unexpected Financial Challenges

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Thursday, January 15, 2026
San Miguel Power Association (SMPA), a member- owned electric cooperative serving communities across the Western Slope, has announced the availability of its Temporary Hardship Program for members experiencing economic difficulty due to unforeseen circumstances.
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