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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

State to reduce highway speeds near Ridgway

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HIGHWAY 550 SAFETY

State to reduce highway speeds near Ridgway

By Lia Salvatierra lia@ouraynews.com

November 26, 2025

The Colorado Department of Transportation plans to lower the speed limit for traffic along a half-mile stretch of U.S. Highway 550 north of Ridgway, near a section of road where the highest number of ...

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OURAY'S 2026 BUDGET

City trims jobs, capital expenses

By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com

November 26, 2025

A cautious Ouray City Council approved a $16.8 million budget for 2026 on Tuesday, leaving a handful of vacant jobs unfilled and slashing capital projects in anticipation of a potential economic downt...

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Schools adopt frameworks for AI tools

By Lia Salvatierra lia@ouraynews.com

November 26, 2025

Both Ridgway Secondary School and the Ouray School District have adopted guidelines for students to use artificial intelligence, joining the first wave of schools in the state to do so. Lining classro...

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As scams climb, experts offer insight on how to avoid them

Local bank, police officials: Fraud attempts growing in sophistication

By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com

November 26, 2025

Anyone can become the victim of fraud. In Ouray County, one person lost $17,000 after being coerced into setting up a series of bank transfers. Property owners were duped by a home builder who created...

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CORRECTION

November 26, 2025

An article on Page 6 of the Nov. 20-26 edition incorrectly reported the Ridgway Town Council's votes on a new anti-idling ordinance. The ordinance was approved 5-1, with Councilor Michelle Montague vo...

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Remote-triggered avalanche in San Juan Mountains

First responders receive first COVID-19 vaccines