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What is it like to run the only grocery store in a mountain town?

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What is it like to run the only grocery store in a mountain town?

RMPBS News: 2024 Episode 22 | 5m 7s | CC

Darlene and Mark Watson, lifelong residents of Silverton, Colorado, have run the town's only grocery store for 24 years. Located in the San Juan Mountains, Silverton Grocery serves as a vital hub for the community, providing essential goods in a remote area. Despite challenges like getting supplies and staffing issues, the Watsons remain dedicated to their town’s needs.

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