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Telluride School Board Extends Offer to New Superintendent
by Karen James
Mar 30, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
Kyle Schumacher is currently assistant superintendent for educational services in Lake Forest, Illinois.
LOCAL PERSPECTIVE
For a Couple of Good Nights Sleep: Yes to Night Flights!
by Seth Cagin
Mar 25, 2011 | 24 24 comments | 12 12 recommendations | email to a friend
Since others have their personal reasons, here are Cagin's.
Montrose County Resident Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possession of Child Pornography
Mar 25, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 7 7 recommendations | email to a friend
David W. Tunget, a previous sex offender, gets more than 15 years.
New Pinhead Packs Help Bring Science Home
by Martinique Davis
Mar 25, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 7 7 recommendations | email to a friend
New Pinhead program packs a backpack-full of science for 2nd-6th graders to take home
DMEA Board of Directors Elections Coming Soon
by Beverly Corbell
Mar 25, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
Three seats are open on the nine-member DMEA Board of Directors.
TOWN OF TELLURIDE BRIEFS
Gold Run Affordable Housing Project Nearly Sold Out
by Karen James
Mar 25, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
Gold Run Project Nearly Sold… Telluride to State: No ATVS and Mind Your Own Business…2011 Town Tax Revenues Are Erratic.
Senate Bill Will Create State Health Insurance Exchange Program
by Beverly Corbell
Mar 25, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 8 8 recommendations | email to a friend
State plan to set up health insurance exchange explained in Montrose on April 7.
TRAA Board Hears Hours of Comment, Pro and Con, and Then Postpones a Decision on Night Flights
by Seth Cagin
Mar 24, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 12 12 recommendations | email to a friend
Before deciding, the airport board will meet with the San Miguel County Commissioners to discuss the county's role in airport decisionmaking.
Local Farmers, Ranchers, Growers Invited to Meet With Local Buyers
by Beverly Corbell
Mar 24, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
Grassroots group wants to bring local growers and buyers together, to help local economy and boost consumer health.
Water Users’ Catlin Speaks Out About Resignation
by Peter Shelton
Mar 24, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
Longtime Uncompahgre Valley Water Users Association manager Marc Catlin spoke out on his resignation.
Tipton Signs Letter of Support for Rural Schools Funding
by Peter Shelton
Mar 24, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 9 9 recommendations | email to a friend
Third District Representative Scott Tipton signed a “Dear Colleague” letter written by Ouray County Commissioner Lynn Padgett urging future funding for Secure Rural Schools.
Close Calls: Learning From Others in Avalanche Country
by Martinique Davis
Mar 24, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
Ophir avalanche victim who survived extended burial thanks to Avalung backpack to speak at Monday night Avalanche Forum 
Telluride Middle School Receives Improvement Award
by Karen James
Mar 24, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
The Telluride Middle School has been honored with a 2010 Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award for Outstanding Academic Performance from the Colorado Department of Education.
COMMUNITY BRIEFS
West End Jobs Bulletin Board Now Has a Website
by Watch Staff
Mar 24, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
West End Jobs Bulletin Board, Website…SMPA Seeks Proposals for Renewable Energy Projects ...Turkey Hunting Seminar Saturday…Town of Telluride Marshals Explain Parking, Code Enforement and More on T...
Memorial Service Held Last Week For Murdered Couple
by Beverly Corbell
Mar 24, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 6 6 recommendations | email to a friend
Murder suspect had lived with his two victims.
Controversy Builds as MV Plan Nears Adoption
by Karen James
Mar 23, 2011 | 1 1 comments | 9 9 recommendations | email to a friend
The biggest issue may be whether to allow the owner of specified parcels of active open space - including the ski company - to apply for new zoning.
With Lawsuit Threatened, TEX Curfew Debaters Square Off
by Marta Tarbell
Mar 23, 2011 | 9 9 comments | 10 10 recommendations | email to a friend
In addition to the possible legal action, the San Miguel County Commissioners have asked the Telluride Regional Airport Authority board to delay its decision.
LOCAL PERSPECTIVE
How We Cut Babies in Half
by Seth Cagin
Mar 22, 2011 | 9 9 comments | 10 10 recommendations | email to a friend
Two classic Telluride controversies are being driven by overstatement from opponents.
Winter Tourism Yields Mixed Results
by Karen James
Mar 18, 2011 | 1 1 comments | 12 12 recommendations | email to a friend
Telluride tourism numbers have remained even, despite a challenging snow year.

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