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At Camel Valley Ranch it’s always … HUMP DAY
At Camel Valley Ranch it’s always … HUMP DAY
By Liz Teitz 
May 3, 2023
She stands by the side of the road sometimes, where passing drivers stop and stare. They have nothing to fear – she only spits when startled, really. She'll even pose for pictures, cocking her head a...
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Spotlight on the Arts: Lisa Issenberg
Spotlight on the Arts: Lisa Issenberg
By Katie Langford 
May 3, 2023
Lisa Issenberg is in the business of taking a significant moment in a person’s life and crafting it into a memory they can hold in their hands. Out of her Ridgway workshop on Clinton Street, Issenberg...
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HURLS AND HURDLES
HURLS AND HURDLES
By News Staff 
May 3, 2023
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CHANGES AT THE TOP
CHANGES AT THE TOP
By News Staff 
April 26, 2023
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KEEPING PACE WITH THE PACK
KEEPING PACE WITH THE PACK
By News Staff 
April 26, 2023
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Roofing company rehangs shingle in Ridgway
By Katie Langford 
April 26, 2023
After 25 years of working on roofing, restoration and construction projects in Ouray County and beyond, Dave Manes decided it was time to reopen an office in Ridgway. Manes is the owner of Nebraska-ba...
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Spotlight on the Arts: Erin Cawley
Spotlight on the Arts: Erin Cawley
By Katie Langford 
April 26, 2023
No matter where she lands in life, Ouray County Performing Arts Guild Executive Director Erin Cawley seems to find her way to the stage. Cawley has deep roots in the performing arts community, includi...
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OURAY’S GRAND DAME TO REOPEN
OURAY’S GRAND DAME TO REOPEN
By Erin McIntyre 
April 26, 2023
This old Western is turning a page and starting a new chapter. The Western Hotel, that is. One of Ouray's grand dames has a new look, inside and out, and she's ready to open up to visitors next week ...
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In advance of Easter, ‘Godspell’ revisits Biblical parables
In advance of Easter, ‘Godspell’ revisits Biblical parables
By News Staff 
March 30, 2023
Kathy O’Mara will be the first to tell you her next act as the artistic director for Minerva West isn’t the easiest production to piece together. The choreography for “Godspell” is complicated, requir...
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New fitness studio wants you to shape up
New fitness studio wants you to shape up
By Katie Langford 
March 30, 2023
From aerobics to Zumba, Ouray resident Marcy Wood has taught just about every kind of exercise imaginable over her 30-year career in the fitness industry. Now Wood is ready to put her own spin on exe...
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The ulti-mutt play-and-stay daycare
The ulti-mutt play-and-stay daycare
By Erin McIntyre 
March 30, 2023
Spencer Fuller finally has the perfect job. He's surrounded by friends. They play all day. Everyone is excited to see him. He's part of the pack. For him, it's all about unconditional love and provid...
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MAKING THE MUNDANE MAGICAL
MAKING THE MUNDANE MAGICAL
By Liz Teitz 
March 30, 2023
When she was deciding on a name for her new store in Ridgway, Tia Mihelarakis wanted something inviting that captured her love of fantasy, but left her room to grow and expand. She settled on Realm Su...
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School theater program returns with ‘Cabaret’
School theater program returns with ‘Cabaret’
By Mike Wiggins 
March 22, 2023
When Weehawken Creative Arts Theater Director Colin Sullivan and Ouray School District Superintendent Tod Lokey put their heads together to pick a musical for the reintroduction of the theater program...
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EARNING HIS WINGS
EARNING HIS WINGS
By News Staff 
March 22, 2023
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West Slope author to discuss book at Wright
West Slope author to discuss book at Wright
By Erin McIntyre 
March 22, 2023
Shelley Read comes from a long line of storytellers, a foundation she drew on when writing her first novel. The fifth-generation Coloradan reached back to her memories of her grandfather, who wrote do...
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Fly fishing film tour returns to Ridgway this weekend
Fly fishing film tour returns to Ridgway this weekend
By Plaindealer Staff Report 
March 15, 2023
The snow piled up around town says it’s still very much winter. But this weekend’s 17th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour is designed to get you thinking about the warmer weather that’s around the corner a...
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A CAREER THAT’S OUT OF THIS WORLD
A CAREER THAT’S OUT OF THIS WORLD
By Liz Teitz 
March 15, 2023
Editor's note : This is the latest in an occasional feature we publish about community members who might not otherwise make the news. These include stories about hobbies, service, or just “people sto...
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Gas boiler would ruin what’s left of pool
By News Staff 
March 15, 2023
Dear Editor: The Ouray Hot Springs Pool is a part of my worldly soul. That is truth, regardless of what you may think after you’ve read this. Protest is an act of respect and honor for the things we l...
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RACE OFFERS CURE FOR CABIN FEVER
RACE OFFERS CURE FOR CABIN FEVER
By News Staff 
March 8, 2023
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STUDENTS’ KINDNESS HELPS CLOTHE OTHERS
STUDENTS’ KINDNESS HELPS CLOTHE OTHERS
By News Staff 
March 8, 2023
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Community celebrates opening of new $4 million athletic complex
By Erin McIntyre erin@ouraynews.com 
September 17, 2025
The runners pounded out miles on dirt trails, gravel roads and sidewalks ringing public parks. They launched themselves over hurdles in carpeted hallways of the school, sometimes crashing into the met...
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Ouray to ditch large downtown signs
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Ouray to ditch large downtown signs
Public pans signs as out of place, will review smaller prototypes
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
September 17, 2025
The city of Ouray is prepared to scrap a series of new large signs installed this summer in the downtown core meant to direct drivers to various locations in favor of smaller signs, acceding to reside...
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Councilors: Ouray residents, company need to do better securing trash
By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com 
September 17, 2025
With bears loading up on calories in preparation for hibernation, some Ouray city councilors said they're looking for both residents and the city's trash services provider to do better to ensure bears...
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County looks to curb 2026 budget
Plan calls for 2.5% cost-of-living employee salary increase; sheriff pulls request for additional deputy
By Lia Salvatierra lia@ouraynews.com 
September 17, 2025
After years of growth, Ouray County leaders are working together to find ways to rein in or hold costs steady in 2026. During a special work session Tuesday, county officials looked at an early draft ...
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Ridgway may expand wildland fire operations
Fire district contemplates adding two positions, new engine
By Lia Salvatierra lia@ouraynews.com 
September 17, 2025
The Ridgway Fire Protection District is looking to expand its wildland firefighting capabilities by hiring two new positions and buying a new, top-tier wildland fire engine. Expanding the department’s...
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