Concern, help in trying times

Editor; These last 3-4 months have been a trying time for all of the people who make Silverton a community that rises above the Covid-19 and marches on. The feeling of concern, caring and helping every one of us that live here has been amazing.

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Wear a mask Editor; Just a reminder to everyone that a positive IGG or IGM antibody test DOES NOT mean you are automatically immune to Covid-19. This particular virus is a NOVEL (new) virus, thus the facts are still evolving regarding immunity.

Town working to reopen — safely

The Town of Silverton’s Facilities, Parks and Recreation Department would like to thank our residents and business owners for their patience throughout the spring season as we continue to find ways to safely reopen, encourage outdoor activity and promote Silverton to our valued guests.

Longer, warmer days

Our second full weather week this June began at 27.3 on Wednesday, June 3, 67.6 was our high under perfectly blue sky. From there temperatures continued in the mid-70s for two days and settled into the low 70s for the remainder of the week.

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Kudos to town for move on the outdoor dining; now let’s cut the plastic Editor; I applaud the Town of Silverton leadership in their efforts to think outside of the box regarding outdoor dining areas during the Colorado Safer-at-Home order in effect.

Summer Solstice

Summer is here at last. The sun rises just above Kendall’s crown and arches high over our valley on its westward journey, giving us a long, perfect day with skies of deep cerulean blue and air so clear and dry that each tall spruce stands out along the horizon.

A season full of surprises

This season is full of surprises, June began warm the way late April and May had already been. This weather week began on the third with 75. Another clear day followed with 76.6. Then for another hottest day so far in a row, Friday was 77.7.

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One-way Greene Street a dumb, dangerous idea Editor; So now there’s an idea of making Silverton’s main (and only paved and marked) street one-way.

Take advantage of free Covid tests

How are you? This current health crisis continues to be a long haul that has had significant impact on our well-being. Many of you no doubt have experienced feelings of depression, anxiety, sadness and anger. I know I have, most recently profoundly. You are not alone.

Town Board is wrestling with COVID

Hello, Silverton. I would like to take a moment to note how fortunate we are to call this small mountain town home, and to be among this wonderful community during these globally chaotic times.