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SILVERTON - With bears frequently roaming into Silverton at night in search of snacks, town officials are warning residents and guests to be "bear awa...

September 5, 2019

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Power co-op offers grants

WESTERN COLORADO San Miguel Power Association Inc. is seeking applicants for a series of grants to help stimulate the local economy. The rural electri...

September 5, 2019

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Ridgway Marshal Blotter Aug. 20-Sept. 2, 2019

COPS If you have information on any of the below active cases or of any other incident that you have information on or feel needs reporting, call 970-...

September 5, 2019

LABOR DAY WEEKEND RODEO & OURAY COUNTY FAIR

2019 FAIR RESULTS *This is a summary of results from the livestock show and does not include all categories or awards for participants at the fair thi...

September 5, 2019

Rock climbing festival kicks off Saturday

The third annual OuRock! Festival on Saturday will bring world-class climbers together with anyone who wants to give climbing a try at Ouray Rotary ...

September 5, 2019

Opinion

CORRECTIONS

A story on Page 2 of the Aug. 29 edition, “Commissioners consider sunset in tax question,” incorrectly stated the amount by which residential property...

September 5, 2019

How a âlast rideâ became just the start with My Cowboy

By Erin Stadelman I was married at a very young age, became a mother very shortly after that, and raised three kids as a single parent for many years....

September 5, 2019

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor, Common sentiment seems to place the blame for a shortage of affordable housing in Ridgway (and Ouray County generally) on short-term rent...

September 5, 2019

Let citizens fill vacancy

Dear Editor, With the recent resignation of a City Council member, and two Council seats up for grabs on Nov. 5, the voters of Ouray have a chance t...

August 29, 2019

Calendar of events for Aug. 29-Sept. 5, 2019

THURSDAY, AUGUST 29 TEEN ACTIVITY - Teen Cafe at Ridgway Public Library, 300 Charles St., Ages 12 and up. 4-5 p.m. FAIR - Ouray County Fair at the cou...

August 29, 2019

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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