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‘Dragon Play’ blends magic, realism at Sherbino Theater
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‘Dragon Play’ blends magic, realism at Sherbino Theater
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
July 24, 2024
Productions about love and relationships are as old as theater itself. But add the mythical element of dragons, a dash of magic and a storyline that jumps between two moments in space and time, and yo...
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New spa provides ‘healing space’
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New spa provides ‘healing space’
Halos Spa & Boutique opens in Ridgway
By Erin McIntyre erin@ouraynews.com 
July 24, 2024
Over the years, Tracy Mobley has worked in high-end spas in Telluride, Florida and Hawaii, at the kind of places where clients can pay $300 an hour for a luxe experience. Mobley decided it was time to...
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CALENDAR & EVENTS
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July 25-Aug. 8, 2024
CALENDAR & EVENTS
By erin@ouraynews.com 
July 24, 2024
THURSDAY, JULY 25 LIVE MUSIC: Kiltro and Pahua, Ridgway Concert Series last concert of 2024, 6 p.m. in Hartwell Park. Free. FRIDAY, JULY 26 THEATER: "Dragon Play" by Jenny Connell Davis, 7 p.m. showti...
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SOUNDS OF SUMMER
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SOUNDS OF SUMMER
By Erin McIntyre 
July 18, 2024
Paul McDonald of the Nashville-based alternative rock band Paul McDonald & the Mourning Doves gestures to the crowd during a July 11 concert at Hartwell Park in Ridgway. The 17th annual Ridgway Concer...
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CALENDAR & EVENTS
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July 18 - Aug. 2, 2024
CALENDAR & EVENTS
By erin@ouraynews.com 
July 17, 2024
THURSDAY, JULY 18 LIBRARY TALK: Ridgway Public Library summer reading program presents Goldie the mini horse from Mighty Mini Horse Therapy, 11 a.m.-noon, 300 Charles St. LIVE MUSIC: Cordovas and Fog ...
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Heroes, villains take stage for Ouray melodrama this weekend
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Heroes, villains take stage for Ouray melodrama this weekend
'Treasure of Shiver River' at Wright Opera House Friday-Monday
By Erin McIntyre erin@ouraynews.com 
July 17, 2024
A black-hearted villain (boo!) a heroine (yay!) and a rotten scoundrel (hiss!) will take to the stage this weekend in Ouray's traditional, old-fashioned summer melodrama at the Wright Opera House. Thi...
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INDEPENDENCE DAY 2024
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INDEPENDENCE DAY 2024
July 10, 2024
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OURAY COUNTY
LOOKING BACK
40 YEARS AGO
July 10, 2024
July 11, 1974 – EDITORIAL: THE ROAD TO HELL: We all know what THAT’S paved with, and the editor is surely well on the way. All sorts of ideas came to us this week for editorial material, and at least ...
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CALENDAR & EVENTS
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July 11-25, 2024
CALENDAR & EVENTS
July 10, 2024
THURSDAY, JULY 11 LIVE MUSIC: Paul McDonald and The Last Humans, Ridgway Concert Series every Thursday in July. Hartwell Park, 6 p.m. WALK: Camp Bird Wildflower Walk & Talk with Mary Menz on Ouray are...
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Oregon-grape: A feast for more than the eyes
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Oregon-grape: A feast for more than the eyes
By Mary Menz Special to the Plaindealer 
July 3, 2024
To truly appreciate the beauty of the Oregon-grape (Berberis repens), it’s critical to meet it at eye level. From a tummy-on-the-ground position (or on all fours if that’s more comfortable), note the ...
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OURAY COUNTY
LOOKING BACK
40 YEARS AGO
By From the Ouray County Herald, Ouray County Plaindealer and the Ridgway Sun 
July 3, 2024
July 4, 1974 – Action by the Ridgway Volunteer Fire Department, assisted by the Ouray County Sheriff’s Department and other volunteers, prevented a fire on a ranch on Log Hill from turning into a pote...
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CALENDAR & EVENTS
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July 4-18, 2024
CALENDAR & EVENTS
July 3, 2024
ONGOING EVENTS BINGO: Every Wednesday until Aug. 28, doors open at 6 p.m., first bingo game is at 7 p.m., Ouray Elks Lodge, 421 Main St. 10 games for $10. Cash prizes and light concessions. SENIOR LUN...
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GOING OUT ON A LO-NOTE
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GOING OUT ON A LO-NOTE
Ridgway man turns passion for music into production, recording business
By Erin McIntyre erin@ouraynews.com 
June 26, 2024
Derek Jones has always worked hard and been a self-starter. Back when he was a high schooler in Hawaii, he worked overnight, driving a forklift in a lumberyard. He worked in a pizza shop, making dough...
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Coffee shop, tavern invite you to sip and stay
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Coffee shop, tavern invite you to sip and stay
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
June 26, 2024
When Eliot Vancil is on the road, there are a few things he’s looking for at his hotel. He wants a place where he can wrap his hands around a cup of coffee in the morning, spread out a bit, maybe work...
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LOOKING BACK
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LOOKING BACK
40 YEARS AGO
June 26, 2024
June 27, 1974 – Michael Bolger, age 15, of Alexandria, Louisiana, was killed Monday when he fell while climbing Mount Sneffels south of Ouray. His body was found early Tuesday this week, within 300 ya...
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From June 27 - July 11, 2024
CALENDAR & EVENTS
FRIDAY, JUNE 28
June 26, 2024
ONGOING EVENTS BINGO: Every Wednesday until Aug. 28, doors open at 6 p.m., first bingo game is at 7 p.m., Ouray Elks Lodge, 421 Main St. 10 games for $10. Cash prizes and light concessions. SENIOR LUN...
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FILM FEST ABOUT ‘BUILDING COMMUNITY’
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FILM FEST ABOUT ‘BUILDING COMMUNITY’
Ouray International Film Festival returns this weekend, with more films and artists than ever
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
June 19, 2024
Jake Abell and Jared LaCroix want you to come as you are. For the Ouray International Film Festival, that means if you prefer to show up in a suit, be their guest. If you’re more comfortable in shorts...
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LOOKING BACK
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OURAY COUNTY
LOOKING BACK
40 YEARS AGO
June 19, 2024
June 20, 1974 – Since 1969, the governor of Colorado has annually presented awards for outstanding achievements in the arts and humanities. This year a record number of 16 award recipients were select...
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CALENDAR & EVENTS
FRIDAY, JUNE 21
June 19, 2024
THURSDAY, JUNE 20 LIBRARY TALK: Ridgway Public Library summer reading program presents "Climbing" with Logan Tyler, 11 a.m.-noon, 300 Charles St. VET FIRST AID LECTURE: Ridgway Public Library summer t...
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CALENDAR & EVENTS
June 12, 2024
CALENDAR & EVENTS THURSDAY, JUNE 13 WALK: San Juans Wildflower Walk & Talk with Mary Menz on Ouray area trails. 8 a.m to noon. $49 per person. Sign up at weekhawkenarts.org. LIVE MUSIC: Mountain Air M...
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City administrator to lead Ouray police chief search
By Mike Wiggins 
January 21, 2026
Ouray City Administrator Michelle Metteer told city councilors Tuesday she will take charge of recruiting a new police chief. That’s a different approach than the city took when it was looking for a p...
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ICE FARMERS GET THEIR CROP
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ICE FARMERS GET THEIR CROP
A long-awaited cold snap allows Ice Park to open, just in time for festival
By LIA SALVATIERRA 
January 21, 2026
After weeks of planning for the worst, the Ouray Ice Park has ice to offer after all, just in time for the 31st Ice Festival this weekend. Ice Park Executive Director Peter O’Neil has spent the past t...
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Judge delays assault trials
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Judge delays assault trials
Attorneys say they're not ready; cases will be heard by Montrose juries
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
January 21, 2026
The trials for two men accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl in Ouray County in 2023 have been postponed, even as the woman and the judge presiding over the cases expressed concerns about ...
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New county manager tackles big ticket items
Mendez focused on 2027 budget, team building
By Lia Salvatierra lia@ouraynews.com 
January 21, 2026
Ouray County’s new manager wants commissioners to start thinking about the county’s 2027 budget now — just two weeks into 2026 and three weeks into his new job. During Antonio Mendez’s first work sess...
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Film showcases climber’s return to sport
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Film showcases climber’s return to sport
'Anna' documents how Ouray-based Pfaff pushed ahead after amputation of toes
By Lia Salvatierra lia@ouraynews.com 
January 21, 2026
Anna Pfaff’s choice to move onward and, especially upward, resonates beyond world-class peaks in a locally made film on the elite Ouray-based climber. "Anna" is a 22-minute portrait of Pfaff’s return ...
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