There was a plethora of news in Jefferson County in 2025, but the entire state — as well as the country — was appalled by the tragedy that struck the small mountain town of Evergreen in September.
On Sept. 10, 16-year-old Desmond Holly entered Evergreen High School with a revolver and fired around 20 rounds, reloading multiple times. He critically injured 18-year-old Matthew Silverstone and an unidentified 14-year-old before taking his own life.
Both of the victims were released from the hospital in October, but will have lifelong battles with the critical injuries suffered…