Salida Football Falls To Woodland Park 27-20
The Salida Spartans fall to 0-2 on the season after the loss to the Woodland Park Panthers, but not without a fight. Spartans lose 27-20. Highlights are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
#3 Buena Vista Demons Defeats #8 Platte Valley Broncos 54-6
The Buena Vista Demons fill up the stat sheet once again with another impressive outing against the Platte Valley Broncos 54-6. The Demons will face a tough test next week as they travel to Centauri and look to stay undefeated. Check out highlights from tonight's game...
Weekend Events Across Chaffee County
It’s a busy weekend in Salida and Buena Vista with art, music, festivals, and community gatherings. Friday, Sept. 5 First Friday in Downtown Salida – Art galleries offer extended hours, receptions, demonstrations, live music, and chances to meet local artists. Friday...
Chaffee County Public Health Prepares for Covid-19 Vaccine Demand
Chaffee County Public Health says it is fielding increased demand for the anticipated Covid-19 vaccine. At this time, Public Health does not yet have access to the new vaccine but is staying in close communication with the Colorado Department of Health regarding...
Friday September 5th Weather Forecast
Numerous showers and thunderstorms are expected this weekend as a cold front moves through. Locally heavy rainfall will be possible. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 69. A low of 45. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 65, a low of 43. Leadville...
Free Nurturing Parenting Classes Offered in Buena Vista
Family and Youth Initiatives, in partnership with the Chaffee County Department of Human Services, is sponsoring a Nurturing Parenting Class for parents and caregivers of children from birth to age 11. The free classes include dinner and childcare and will cover...
AARP Smart Driver Course Offered in Salida
AARP is offering a Smart Driver course to help older adults refresh their driving skills and potentially save on auto insurance. The course covers vehicle safety technologies, the effects of medications on driving, and strategies to manage age-related physical...
CPW Reminds Hunters and Recreationists to Stay Safe This Season
As Colorado enters hunting season, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reminding hunters—and anyone enjoying the outdoors—to make safety a top priority. To help reduce the risk of wildfire, hunters are asked to: Never leave fires unattended Secure chains on campers and...
Chaffee Chips Offering Free Slash Removal to Help Reduce Wildfire Risk
Chaffee Chips, the countywide fire mitigation program, is continuing its effort to help landowners create defensible space around their homes by coordinating free neighborhood slash removal and chipping services this fall. The next service dates are September 22–25 in...
Thursday September 4th Weather Forecast
We have a chance of isolated afternoon and evening showers again today. Numerous showers and thunderstorms are expected this weekend as a cold front moves through. Locally heavy rainfall will be possible. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 85. A...
Two Chaffee County Sheriff’s Deputies Honored with Life-Saving Medals
Two Chaffee County Sheriff's Office employees received lifesaving medals from Chaffee County Sheriff Andy Rohrich during the Chaffee County Commissioners meeting on 09-02-25. The two employees receiving recognition were Sergeant Dakoda DeFurio and Deputy Kevin...
Judge Lowers Barry Morphew’s Bail Conditions
A judge has modified the bail terms for Barry Morphew, who is awaiting trial in the 2020 murder of his wife, Suzanne Morphew. On Wednesday, Judge Amanda Hopkins changed Morphew’s $3 million cash-only bail to a cash or surety bail, meaning he could secure release by...
