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Storm damage – Power outage, heavy rains combine for Silver Creek headaches

By James Day Mother Nature has thrown a wrench into the city of Silverton’s ongoing project to replace its intake structure and water pumps on Silver Creek. Recent heavy rains leading to increased creek flows have damaged the portable dam that was erected to protect the work site. City officials briefed the City Council on the issue at their Nov. […]

Dr. John F. Schmidt: Nov. 12, 1946 – Jan. 4, 2014

Dr. John Frederick Schmidt, 67, died, Jan. 4, 2014. He was born Nov. 12, 1946 in Waukesha, Wis. to Ralph and Edith Schmidt. His family moved to Silverton when he was a toddler. His family says he will be remembered by many for his genuine kindness, spontaneous humor and boundless compassion. He remained passionate about nurturing the earth and encouraging […]