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In an effort to preserve historical structures from the Idarado Mine, Ouray County commissioners agreed Tuesday to accept a donation from Newmont Mini...

February 6, 2020

Cold no damper for new KOA owners

The Ouray KOA’s first winter to remain open is going well, and new owners Troy and Penny Crosson are eager to remodel and expand the campground. “This...

February 5, 2020

Grounds for startup success: New coffee spot aims to offer a friendly space – and a great cup of Joe

Ouray’s earliest risers can now get their caffeine fix in a homey, cozy environment while taking in gorgeous views of Ouray’s landscape and architectu...

January 30, 2020

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Faster internet coming to county on schedule

Phase one of the project to bring fiber optic cable from Montrose over Log Hill and into Ouray for a total of about 48 miles of new broadband is now 3...

January 29, 2020

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Board OKs resolution on staff retention

An unusually large crowd of teachers and community members gathered for a meeting of the Ridgway School Board on Jan. 23 to give public input on schoo...

January 29, 2020

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Board adds Kissingford

After interviewing three candidates last week, the Ouray School Board voted unanimously Tuesday, Jan. 21 to approve Kate Kissingford to fill a seat va...

January 22, 2020

Ice Fest triggers memories aplenty

[tecnavia_gallery slug='ice-fest-triggers-memories-aplenty-gallery' view='carousel']The Ouray Ice Fest has certainly grown from its humble beginnings,...

January 22, 2020

The climb cultivators: Meet an ice farmer

Justin Hofmann doesn’t just see ice farming as a way to ensure a good ice climb, but as a creative outlet. He’s a builder during the warmer months of ...

January 22, 2020

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Teen survives pitchfork accident

Colt Califano knew he was in a precarious position. The 15-year-old was finishing his usual chores at the family’s horse ranch off County Road 1 on th...

January 15, 2020

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Planning Commission awaits tasks in 2020

After updating Ouray County’s land use code to create new regulations to mitigate wildfire risk around homes and buildings — a project that took 18 mo...

January 15, 2020

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Ouray administrator finalists make pitch to public, interview panels

By Mike Wiggins

November 15, 2024

The three candidates for the Ouray city administrator job made their pitches Thursday and today for why they should be hired to fill the city’s top job. Daric Harvey, Michelle Metteer and Michael Rees...

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Two needs, one project

Ouray County is wrangling with dual affordable housing and child care crises. Waterview aims to make a dent in both

By Lia Salvatierra lia@ouraynews.com

November 14, 2024

In a first for Ouray County — and maybe the country — the Waterview affordable housing development will attempt to solve two problems under one roof. The first of those problems is providing an afford...

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Finalists offer varied experience

Public can meet trio vying for top Ouray job tonight

By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com

November 13, 2024

The three finalists for Ouray city administrator run the gamut in terms of their work experience. One is a career law enforcement officer. Another is a current administrator in a Colorado mountain tow...

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For reimagined pool bathhouse, all possibilities are on the table

Architect, residents begin thinking about design of new hot springs building

By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com

November 13, 2024

A larger, brighter entryway. An overhauled locker room that doesn’t place the showers next to the toilets. More gym space. Those were just a few of the opinions Ouray County residents offered Monday w...

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Now in 10th year, Ridgway film fest finds ‘growth spurt’

Running through Sunday, annual event screens 76 films, offers block party, workshops, panel discussions

By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com

November 13, 2024

Arielle Bielak thinks of the Ridgway Independent Film Festival as a child. In its infancy, it was a novel, inward-facing event, screening a handful of films for a small audience for a night or two. Th...

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Remote-triggered avalanche in San Juan Mountains

First responders receive first COVID-19 vaccines