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Lawman William Jasper ‘Jesse’ Benton: ‘The right man in the right place’
Lawman William Jasper ‘Jesse’ Benton: ‘The right man in the right place’
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June 17, 2020
LOOKING BACK
50 YEARS AGO June 18,1970 - The 54-member Colorado Environmental Commission will begin work on a two-year study aimed at preserving the environment of...
June 17, 2020
Thanks for tuning in
Dear Editor, We at Mountain Chill Radio would like to express our gratitude to the Ouray County community for tuning into our simulcast and COVID-19 c...
June 17, 2020
Wolfe a proven leader
Dear Editor: Compliments on your recent article, “Marketing contractor worked behind scenes with mayor” Such a comprehensive article certainly leaves ...
June 17, 2020
Protest support amazing
Dear Editor: As many residents are aware, there was a protest for Black Lives Matter in Fellin Park on Thursday, June 4. Jordan Leo and I were the coo...
June 17, 2020
Perry the man for the job
Dear Editor: Justin Perry has demonstrated his commitment to the city, chief of police for five years and as city administrator. He now wants to serve...
June 17, 2020
Tragic event illuminates compassion of Ridgway
Dear Editor: I live in a very nice village. Thirty years ago I was a tour guide in Europe leading groups of motorcyclists through the Alps in seven co...
June 17, 2020
Mayor should clarify comment
Dear Editor: The purpose of this letter from the Ouray Chamber Resort Association Board is a response to Mayor Greg Nelson’s recent accusations about ...
June 17, 2020
Trust in Ouray City Council remains an issue
Dear Editor: It deeply concerns me how the current Ouray City Council is conducting public business, examples of which were factually reported in the ...
June 17, 2020
Illuminating answers at forum secure vote for Perry
Dear Editor, Last week, I listened to the Ouray County public forum between sheriff candidates Justin Perry and Ted Wolfe. While both men clearly care...
June 17, 2020
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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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