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Hickenlooper hears concerns from constituents

Loss of federal funds prompts requests for help with wildfire mitigation, water and more

By LIA SALVATIERRA

August 29, 2025

U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper encouraged Ouray County nonprofits and public officials to persevere, find ways to do more with less money and look for opportunities to change systems during moments of tu...

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Closures on Red Mountain expected for next few weeks

Five-hour closures scheduled Tuesday-Thursday for power line upgrades

By Erin

August 29, 2025

Motorists traveling over Red Mountain Pass should expect lengthy weekday delays starting next week, as San Miguel Power Association continues to rebuild its power line on the pass. A roughly three-mil...

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Bears start packing on pounds

Wildlife officials urge residents to avoid attracting bruins as they seek food before hibernating

By Erin McIntyre erin@ouraynews.com

August 27, 2025

Bears have entered the time of year where they seek food for at least 20 hours a day, trying to pack on the pounds before the first snow flies. The compulsive eating, called hyperphagia, helps prepare...

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Fatal crash on pass involved marijuana

By Erin McIntyre erin@ouraynews.com

August 27, 2025

The driver of the vehicle that went off Red Mountain Pass on Aug. 5 had a significant amount of marijuana in his system, according to toxicology results from his autopsy. Tests showed 42-year-old Loui...

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City proceeds with plans to remodel city hall, police station

By Mike Wiggins mike@ouraynews.com

August 27, 2025

The city of Ouray is moving ahead with plans to remodel a portion of the Ouray Community Center and a building across the street that will house the police department. City councilors earlier this mon...

Remote-triggered avalanche in San Juan Mountains

First responders receive first COVID-19 vaccines