Friday August 15th Weather Forecast
Afternoon and evening thunderstorms will be possible each day through the weekend and into next week. Lightning, gusty winds and brief heavy rainfall can be expected. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 89 with a low of 53. The San Luis...
Heightened DUI enforcement begins Friday
Statewide — July was the deadliest month so far this year for impaired driving-related crashes in Colorado, claiming 26 lives. In 2025 so far, 124 people have died in traffic crashes involving a suspected impaired driver. With the end of summer approaching and...
Carl Eugene Miller October 28, 1938~August 9, 2025
Carl Miller was born in Leadville on October 28, 1938, to Carl and Ruth (Walsh) Miller. He attended St. Mary’s grade school and then attended Leadville High School and graduated with the class of 1956. After high school, Carl went to work in the local mines at the...
Red Flag Warning Issued; Lee Fire Grows to 123,000 Acres
A Red Flag Fire Warning is in effect today due to the potential for thunderstorms producing lightning, gusty winds, and little rainfall. Outdoor burning is prohibited. Across Colorado, at least 15 active fires have burned more than 198,000 acres in Delta, Dolores,...
Two Juveniles Arrested in Leadville Shooting
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation reports that two juveniles have been arrested in connection with a Monday shooting that injured a Leadville teen. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office says the victim, a juvenile male, told deputies he was confronted by two other...
Vietnam Memorial Traveling Wall on Display in Cripple Creek
A three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall is now on display at Cripple Creek High School, honoring the more than 58,000 service members who lost their lives in the Vietnam War. The exhibit is part of the Salute to American Veterans Rally,...
Thursday August 14th Weather Forecast
A slight chance of scattered thunderstorms can be expected again today. Higher chances for showers will be possible for the weekend beginning tomorrow. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 91 with a low of 51. The San Luis Valley can...
Ark Valley Humane Society Pet of the Week: Abracadabra
Wednesday August 13th CFS Report
Flow augmentation will continue on the Arkansas River until this Sunday, August 17. Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers is running 531 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is at 630 CFS And the Royal Gorge is 661 CFS The Beach restaurant at River Runners is open. Come...
2025 Stewardship Gala Set for September 10
The Central Colorado Conservancy will host its 2025 Stewardship Gala on September 10 at Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort. The Conservancy works to protect the lands, waters, and quality of life in Central Colorado amid the challenges of rapid growth. The evening will...
GARNA & Guidestone Offer Two-Session Intro to Backpacking
GARNA and Guidestone are partnering to host a beginner-friendly Intro to Backpacking class in two sessions. Session 1: This Sunday at Guidestone’s Farm — participants will dehydrate their own backpacking meals made with fresh produce. Session 2: August 23–24 — an...
Wednesday August 13th Weather Forecast
Only a slight chance of isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms can be expected today and tomorrow. Storm coverage increases Friday and into the weekend. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 89 with a low of 53. The San Luis Valley can expect a...
