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Most people who come to Ridgway are going somewhere else. It’s a two-valley town, an upstream town—usually, a visitor approaches on Highway 550, climb...
February 10, 2021
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Booster Club raising money for Ouray athletics
Several Ouray businesses are hosting donation jars to raise money for Ouray School athletics to make up for revenue lost due to the pandemic. The scho...
February 10, 2021
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AROUND THE REGION
GUNNISON Cuts and investments are being planned for many of Western Colorado University’s academic programs. If accepted, the changes will take place ...
February 10, 2021
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Ouray outage caused by dump truck
Hundreds of Ouray residents were left without power and Internet service for hours on Feb. 5 after a private contractor working to remove snow hit an ...
February 10, 2021
LOOKING BACK
50 YEARS AGO February 4, 1971 - Editorial: We suggest the scientists are deliberately overlooking another “effect” when they categorize what they beli...
February 10, 2021
CORE Act enjoys broad support
Dear Editor: The Colorado Outdoor Recreation and Economy (CORE) Act was recently introduced in the Congress by Senator Bennett and Congressman Neguse....
February 10, 2021
Which cause do you stand for?
Dear Editor: There is an enormous American flag just south of Ridgway. Did you notice? I did. Now, I want all of us to take a moment to consider what ...
February 10, 2021
Affordable housing idea deserves backing
Dear Editor: Finally. A local long established philanthropic organization with depth of knowledge, a successful track record, and financial strength. ...
February 10, 2021
Skiers warned about conditions prior to fatal avalanche
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Skiers warned about conditions prior to fatal avalanche
A group of seven backcountry skiers who triggered a fatal avalanche in the San Juans were warned of significant avalanche activity and checked the for...
February 8, 2021
Plaindealer’s request for county records heads to court
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Plaindealer’s request for county records heads to court
[tecnavia_gallery slug='plaindealera%c2%80%c2%99s-request-for-county-records-heads-to-court-gallery' view='carousel']A district court judge will decid...
February 5, 2021
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Town to sue MTN Lodge owners
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Town to sue MTN Lodge owners
Council votes unanimously to pursue legal action over enforcing land use code, long-term housing at hotel
By LIA SALVATIERRA 
March 27, 2026
The town of Ridgway is suing the owners of MTN Lodge, demanding they continue to pay lodging taxes while using their hotel as workforce housing over the next four years. The lawsuit comes after months...
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Ridgway council candidates discuss issues at forum
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Ridgway council candidates discuss issues at forum
Mihelarakis, Clark focus on sustainability, economy
By Lia Salvatierra lia@ouraynews.com 
March 25, 2026
Seasoned insights squared off with fresh perspective during an election forum last week as both of Ridgway’s mayoral candidates answered questions centered on their approaches to sustainability and fo...
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Sergeant slams city leaders
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Sergeant slams city leaders
Troxell claims council, administrator mishandled police department; sheriff offers to hire, train officers
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
March 25, 2026
The lone remaining sworn officer in the Ouray Police Department criticized city leaders Tuesday for their management of the latest round of turmoil within the department, claiming City Administrator M...
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Views vary on electric building code, other issues
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Views vary on electric building code, other issues
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
March 25, 2026
Ridgway Town Council candidates split last week over whether they support the potential adoption of an all-electric building code for new development in town, one of several hot topics at a candidate ...
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City’s cost for police services climbing
County OKs amendment boosting reimbursement rate
By By Lia Salvatierra and Mike Wiggins lia@ouraynews.com mike@ouraynews.com 
March 25, 2026
The city of Ouray's tab for having Ouray County provide law enforcement services is growing. Ouray County commissioners on Tuesday approved an amendment to an intergovernmental agreement that will rai...
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