Jackie Anne Shepherd
August 9, 1952 ~ March 18, 2024 Jackie Anne Shepherd, 71,former Salida resident, died at her home in Florence, Colorado on March 18th, 2024 after a battle with cancer. She was born August 9, 1952, at Army…
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Chaffee County Denies Concert Permit for The Meadows
By D.J. DeJong Staff Writer Chaffee County Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 Tuesday to deny a special event permit for a Pretty Lights concert proposed for Sept. 12-16 at The Meadows in Buena Vista. Commissioner…
Free Show for Ages 5 and Under at SteamPlant
The Creede Repertory Theater is bringing their Tiny Tour production of Roy G Biv to the Salida SteamPlant tomorrow at 10:30am. It’s a show created for ages 5 and under. It is described as interactive…
Martin Appointed to Salida Council/F Street Closure Fails
The Salida City Council last night appointed Wayles Martin to the open Ward 3 Council seat. The seat became vacant when Harald Kasper resigned in early February. Seven citizens applied for the open seat. Martin…
Wednesday, March 20th Weather
Mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures can be expected again today. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 57. A low of 29. The San Luis Valley can expect a high…
John Macedonio Ordaz
December 21, 1941 ~ March 7, 2024 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John Macedonio Ordaz, born on December 29, 1941, and peacefully departed from us on March 7, 2024. A beloved…
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Paul Carlton Douglas
November 9, 1957 ~ March 6, 2024 Paul Carlton Douglas, age 66 a lifelong resident of Colorado was tragically lost on March 6, 2024 in Villa Grove, CO. Mr. Douglas was born November 9, 1957 in California…
Press Release: City of Salida/Interstate Parking Contract to be Amended
Salida, CO — After discussions with community members, the Parking Working Group, City Council and City Staff, the City of Salida will be amending the Contract with Interstate Parking. Starting this summer season, Interstate Parking will…
Visitors Overwhelm Great Sand Dunes National Park
Too many people are visiting Great Sand Dunes National Park for its current infrastructure to keep up, according to park staff, who want the public to weigh in on a plan to improve it. For…
Salida/South Ark Fire Offers Free Controlled Burn Help
The Salida Fire Department and the South Arkansas Fire Protection District have joined together to offer the Ranch Hand Controlled Burn Program. The two will join forces to ensure safe ditch clearing and slash pile…
Salida Council to Re-close F Street/Appoint New Council Member
The Salida City Council will conduct a regular meeting tonight beginning at 6pm. Under New Business, council will enter into a pre-annexation agreement with the Salida School District for 627 Oak Street, vote on the…
Teller County Issues “Local Disaster Emergency”
An equipment operator in Teller County escaped an avalanche unharmed over the weekend, but the county says it serves as a reminder of just how dangerous conditions are following last week’s massive snowstorm. The worker…
