News

In Brief

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Silverton’s Town Trustees Chose Jim Harper as the New Mayor

At last Monday night’s Town of Silverton Board of Trustees regular meeting, the board discussed the vacancy of the mayor’s seat and decided unanimously to move pro-tem mayor Jim Harper into the mayor’s seat to serve out former mayor Dayna Kranker’s term until the next election in April 2028.

Regional News Roundup

A Spring Begins To Take Flight Across The Western Slope, Towns From Silverton To Telluride Are Getting Ready For Tourists, While Concerns About Drought And Wildfire Are Prominent As We Head Into Summer.Despite Intermittent Spring Storms, Officials Continue To Monitor The Persistent Drought.

Point/Counterpoint

Day/night. Warm/cold.Dry/wet. Loud/quiet. Busy/ still. Active/relaxed. Yang/yin.Learning to create balance between all of life's opposites.Essentially, this has always been our challenge since time began. Learning to respond appropriately rather than react consequently.

Mountain Happenings

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.

San Juan Mountains Association Selects Ashley Carruth as Next Executive Director

San Juan Mountains Association’s (SJMA) Board of Directors announces that community leader and educator, Ashley Carruth, will become the organization’s next executive director, starting in July 2026.

Is San Juan County and Silverton Ready?

San Juan County Residents, the San Juan County Office of Emergency Management is gearing up for a high-potential wildfire season this summer.

Silverton Creative District Mini-Grant Awardees and Projects

We’re excited to share the latest awards made through the Silverton Creative District Mini-Grant Program—supporting the projects and people who are shaping the creative energy of our community in real, tangible ways.

The Hardrock Hundred Endurance Run appoints new Medical Coordinator

The Hardrock Hundred Endurance Run is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Irwin as its new Medical Coordinator.Irwin brings over 15 years of experience in emergency medical services, having begun his career in 2009 in Utah’s Wasatch Mountains.

Town of Silverton Community Cleanup & Wildfire Prep Days

Silverton Residents and Business Owners, get your residence wildfire ready! Join the Town of Silverton Public Works Department and San Juan County Office of Emergency Management for a community-wide cleanup. Create defensible space and dispose of hazardous waste around your property and yard waste.