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Thursday, May 15, 2025
Celebrating the life of JUDGE Ernest 'Ernie' Kuhlman Please join us as we gather to celebrate the life, love, and legacy of a beloved father, husband, brother, grandfather, and friend.
A view of Red Mountain Pass. Photo credit Katey Fetch

A view of Red Mountain Pass. Photo credit Katey Fetch

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Traffic holds, Closures, and Intermittent Delays on Red Mountain this Summer

Deanne Gallegos
Thursday, May 15, 2025
This summer brings the first half of phase three out of four phases of the San Miguel Power Association's ‘The Red Mountain Electrical Reliability and Broadband Improvement Project.’ The project is projected to go through the summer of 2027 and began in the summer of 2023.
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Kansas City Kick Off!

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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Last week, my AI-assisted column claimed that 'there were no hummingbirds in our theatre.' A little Broadtailed Hummingbird returned on May 2nd. So, it is officially time to clean out and fill those feeders, folks! We warmed up Friday to 59.1 degrees.

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Mountain Happenings

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Wednesday, May 7, 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.

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Regional News Roundup

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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
DURANGO: • Fort Lewis College has opened a $6 million, 10,000 square foot new sports performance center on campus. The idea started five years ago, but the funding mostly came from Durango local businesses like Common Spirit, Alpine Bank, and other businesses’ generous donations.
Slide with information about the water fund.

Slide with information about the water fund.

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Town of Silverton Held Work Session on EQR Rates

Deanne Gallegos
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
The Town of Silverton held an EQR work session to discuss the proposed water and sewer charges that are coming out soon. The two-hour discussion amongst the town trustees included the public at large, and the adoption or next steps of the new rates will be discussed in the next town meeting.
Shoppers at at SJMA bookshop. Photo credit SJMA

Shoppers at at SJMA bookshop. Photo credit SJMA

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Shop Local to Support Your Public Lands

Chase Lacroix
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
The month of May in Southwest Colorado reveals some of the most celebrated characteristics of spring - blooming foliage, warmer temperatures, and increased runoff. The change of season invites planning of outdoor adventures.
Melina Marks and Ron Wakefield dressed up in their Kentucky Derby best at the Golden Block Brewery. Photo credit Golden Block Brewery FB

Melina Marks and Ron Wakefield dressed up in their Kentucky Derby best at the Golden Block Brewery. Photo credit Golden Block Brewery FB

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KENTUCKY DERBY

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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Handlebar Holly, who is now the owner of the Shady Lady Saloon, was wearing her Kentucky Derby best while greeting the train. Photo credit DeAnne Gallegos

Handlebar Holly, who is now the owner of the Shady Lady Saloon, was wearing her Kentucky Derby best while greeting the train. Photo credit DeAnne Gallegos

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OPENING DAY OF TRAIN

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Wednesday, May 7, 2025
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