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Big changes emerged from last police audit

Ouray city leaders are just beginning to digest the results of a top-to-bottom audit of the Ouray Police Department and its management, so it remains ...

July 10, 2024

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Ouray launches search for next police chief

The search for Ouray’s next police chief is under way. One week after Police Chief Jeff Wood was fired, the City Council unanimously agreed Monday nig...

July 3, 2024

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Lawyers negotiating possible plea in assault case

Attorneys are engaged in plea negotiations in the case of a Ridgway man accused of sexually assaulting a woman nearly six years after he was acquitted...

June 26, 2024

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Coffee shop, tavern invite you to sip and stay

When Eliot Vancil is on the road, there are a few things he’s looking for at his hotel. He wants a place where he can wrap his hands around a cup of c...

June 26, 2024

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Sales tax revenue flat in April

Revenue from sales tax activity in Ouray in April was flat compared to last year, as the city remains on solid financial footing heading into the busi...

June 26, 2024

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FILM FEST ABOUT ‘BUILDING COMMUNITY’

Jake Abell and Jared LaCroix want you to come as you are. For the Ouray International Film Festival, that means if you prefer to show up in a suit, be...

June 19, 2024

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GOP candidate raises, spends thousands

The general election is still nearly five months away, but the Republican candidate for the District 1 seat on the Ouray County Board of County Commis...

June 12, 2024

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Board OKs development plan for affordable townhomes

A proposal to build 13 affordable townhomes along Oak Street in Ouray took another step forward Tuesday when the Ouray Planning Commission recommended...

June 12, 2024

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Ouray, state eye pedestrian improvements

Project would install crosswalks at Visitor Center, ATV parking area; extend sidewalks into Main StreetOuray residents and business owners got their f...

June 12, 2024

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Ouray police to undergo audit

In wake of complaints, consultant to review operations, identify deficiencies A consultant will conduct a top-to-bottom audit of the Ouray Police Depa...

June 5, 2024

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November 20, 2024

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It’s official: Electricity rates to rise next year

By Erin McIntyre erin@ouraynews.com

November 20, 2024

San Miguel Power Association customers will pay more for power used during peak-demand hours starting in May, and more for access to services starting in January. The association's board of directors ...

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Mobile home park sale talks stall

Unable to agree on purchase price, Swiss Village residents seek help from city

By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com

November 20, 2024

The residents of Swiss Village Mobile Home Park in Ouray have reached a stalemate in their effort to buy the land underneath their homes, potentially casting doubt on the future of the park. Swiss Vil...

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Finalists make pitch for top job

Ouray council could offer administrator post to one of three candidates on Nov. 27

By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com

November 20, 2024

The elevator pitches are done. The jam-covered brie, crackers, fruit and brownies left over from the community reception were eaten up. The 8 a.m. interviews are finished. All that’s left is a decisio...

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County attorney retains high performance scores

By Lia Salvatierra lia@ouraynews.com

November 20, 2024

Ouray County Attorney Leo Caselli received a near-perfect annual performance review score from county commissioners for the third year in a row, scoring 98 out of 100 points across 10 characteristics....

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Remote-triggered avalanche in San Juan Mountains

First responders receive first COVID-19 vaccines