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The Silverton School teachers and staff performed a choreographed dance for the graduating seniors to Michael Jackson’s Beat It . Photo credit Alice Rico

The Silverton School teachers and staff performed a choreographed dance for the graduating seniors to Michael Jackson’s Beat It . Photo credit Alice Rico

CONGRATS!

Looking Back!

25 years ago May 18, 2000 Kendall Mountain Recreation Center Project Managers Paul Vanderlinde and Tom Evans indicated to the Town Board of Trustees on Monday evening that construction of the center is right on schedule and on budget.
Way Back!

Way Back!

Way Back!

130 years ago From the May 25, 1895 edition of the Silverton Standard: EUREKA BRANCH STARTS HAULING FREIGHT NEXT WEEK. Next week the Eureka branch of the Silverton railroad will commence hauling freight over the line. At present the North Star bridge will be the end of the line.
SFLC is a lifeline to many local families in the workforce In summer of 2023, local author Nancy Brockman and illustrator Lisa Morales read their children’s book Naughty Dogs to the preschoolers. Photo credit DeAnne Gallegos

SFLC is a lifeline to many local families in the workforce In summer of 2023, local author Nancy Brockman and illustrator Lisa Morales read their children’s book Naughty Dogs to the preschoolers. Photo credit DeAnne Gallegos

SJC Commissioners Vote to Give SFLC $45,000 to Keep Doors Open

The Silverton Family Learning Center is going through some rough financial times, but requested some of the San Juan County Lodging Tax monies from the San Juan County Commissioners at their last meeting on Wednesday, May 14th.

In Brief

Silverton High School Graduation Join our school community for the Graduation Ceremony of the class of 2025. May 22, 6:00 pm, Silverton School gym. Mobile Market Friday, May 23, at 4-5 pm, in front of the Silverton School. All are welcome.
GMUG National Forests to Temporarily Close Blue Lakes Area

GMUG National Forests to Temporarily Close Blue Lakes Area

GMUG National Forests to Temporarily Close Blue Lakes Area

OURAY, Colo. (May 1, 2025) — The Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forests announce temporary closure of Blue Lakes area for trailhead construction and restoration efforts, beginning June 2.

Mountain Happenings

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.
Photo credit Wesley Berg A White-Faced Ibis, a somewhat rare visitor in Silverton.

Photo credit Wesley Berg A White-Faced Ibis, a somewhat rare visitor in Silverton.

A White-Faced Ibis