Salida lost a beloved resident, Mary Ellen Murphy, who passed away gracefully at home on January 12, 2025, weeks shy of her 92nd birthday. She moved to Salida in 1959 with her husband, Bill Murphy, to acquire KVRH, the local AM radio station, later expanding its...
CAÑON CITY, CO – January 29, 2025 – Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Makes First Annual Payment of Over $1 Million to Cañon City The Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, one of Colorado’s most iconic attractions, is proud to announce its first of two annual...
A Buena Vista-based grassroots group has formed to oppose geothermal activity near Mt. Princeton. Group Name: Save Our Arkansas Valley. Mission: Raise awareness about geothermal projects that could adversely affect residents. Website: SaveArkValley.org provides...
The National Weather Service issued an advisory warning of ice jams and potential flooding along the Arkansas River through tomorrow. How Ice Jams Form: Extended periods of below-freezing temperatures cause ice to build up on the river. A sudden warmup melts the ice...
Fremont County Commissioner Dwayne McFall confirmed yesterday that a lone female wolf has been in the county for about two weeks. McFall’s Statement: “We knew that they would be in Fremont County eventually, but we didn’t think it would be this quick.” The wolf...
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) reported 680 traffic fatalities in 2024, a 6% decrease from 2023. Safety Plans for 2025: Reduce speeding in construction zones. Protect pedestrians and cyclists. Address impaired driving and motorcycle safety. Goal:...