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Erin Stadelman

The importance of ‘just plain smarts’
The importance of ‘just plain smarts’
We made it. It seems winter may have passed. There were a few days recently that begged the question, “What month is this?” Of course, anyone who has ...
April 7, 2022
Calving season: a reason to sit back and laugh
Calving season: a reason to sit back and laugh
A day in the life at the ranch during calving season is just a barrel of laughs. At least, it is from my point of view. The Cowboy may feel differentl...
March 3, 2022
Moving slower? Blame it on the ‘cold spell’
Moving slower? Blame it on the ‘cold spell’
A “cold spell” is definitely upon us. I find that most things in my world seem to slow down a bit when the weather turns chilly. Activities at my offi...
October 7, 2021
There are Real Cowboys — and then there are the others
Opinion
There are Real Cowboys — and then there are the others
I was raised in a small, dairy city called Chino in California. There were cows around — you could surely smell their presence, especially on a warm m...
September 1, 2021
There are some things that just go together
There are some things that just go together
Around here, there are some things I am a fan of most music. OK, maybe not the rap music or classical music or opera music or reggae music. Perhaps I'...
July 1, 2021
Here’s to the amazing women in my life
Here’s to the amazing women in my life
I have recently noticed that there are a lot of amazing women in my life. I have never been one to truly notice other women and their wonderment. It j...
June 2, 2021
In search of that daily dose of happiness
In search of that daily dose of happiness
I believe it was once said by Charlie Brown while hugging his beloved pup, Snoopy. “Happiness is a Warm Hug.” I try to keep that idea in mind as the m...
May 6, 2021
Next time, I’ll get into the cab all by myself
Next time, I’ll get into the cab all by myself
The Cowboy has always been a cowboy, but for a time in his life he was a Cattle Truck Driver. You know, the big trucks with the “cattle pot” trailers ...
April 1, 2021
My answer to this noxious weed? Burn, baby, burn
Opinion
My answer to this noxious weed? Burn, baby, burn
The spring thaw will be quickly upon us. The irrigation ditches will need to be readied to accept the glorious flow of water. To ensure the hay meadow...
March 4, 2021
How the Cowboy won the Great Turkey War
How the Cowboy won the Great Turkey War
This wonderful country of ours has experienced some true civil discord recently. I am happy to proclaim, for the most part, this discord has skipped o...
February 4, 2021
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Ridgway adopts planet Earth flag
Town council approves request 4-1
By By Lia Salvatierra lia @ouraynews. com 
May 16, 2025
Welcome to Ridgway, Colorado, U.S.A., Earth — the first place in the world to formally adopt and fly the International Flag of Planet Earth. The Ridgway Town Council voted Wednesday night to raise the...
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Sex assault trial may be moved, delayed
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Sex assault trial may be moved, delayed
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
May 14, 2025
The trial of one of three men accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl in the former police chief's home could be postponed and moved out of Ouray County. Cindy Hyatt, one of the attorneys fo...
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Skimpy snowpack slipping away
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Skimpy snowpack slipping away
Liquid content of snow in Gunnison River Basin among lowest since 1981
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
May 14, 2025
The warning lights have been blinking for months. The city of Ouray postponed its annual Cabin Fever Day in mid-February for lack of snow on Lee’s Ski Hill, then moved the event to Fellin Park on Marc...
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County launches search for new manager
Commissioners to pay consultant more than $30K, aim for finalist interviews in September
By Deb Hurley Brobst Special to the Plaindealer 
May 14, 2025
The search has begun to find a new manager after the Ouray County commissioners hired Peckham & McKenney to consult on the hiring process. The county will pay the company $30,500 plus about $2,500 for...
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Police: Axe-wielding woman destroyed bear statue
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Police: Axe-wielding woman destroyed bear statue
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
May 14, 2025
A Grand Junction woman was arrested over the weekend after she allegedly walked into Ouray Grocery, grabbed an axe inside the store and approached employees before leaving and using the axe to destroy...
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