Chaffee County Community Foundation Launches “Friends of Public Health and Prevention” Fund
The Chaffee County Community Foundation (CCCF) has announced the launch of a new initiative called the Friends of Public Health and Prevention Fund, aimed at strengthening the long-term sustainability of local public health programming. According to CCCF’s website,...
Four Salida School Board Seats Up for Election in November 2025
The Salida School District R-32-J Board of Education will have four open seats on the ballot this November, including one at-large seat and seats in Districts 3, 4, and 5. According to School Board Secretary Kim LeTourneau, Jodi Breckenridge Petit is the only current...
We Are Chaffee’s Future Receives Grant to Launch Belonging Project
We Are Chaffee’s Future, a local storytelling initiative led by Chaffee County Public Health, has been awarded a two-year grant from Belonging Colorado to launch its new Belonging Project. The project aims to bridge divides within the community by fostering...
Wednesday July 30th Weather Forecast
Showers and thunderstorms continue throughout the week with up to ¼ of an inch possible of rain with heavier amounts possible during Thunderstorms Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 86. A low of 51. 79 The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 82, a low of 49....
Tuesday July 29th CFS Report
Flows on the Arkansas River bumped up some from the Voluntary Flow Management Program. Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers is running 571 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is at 636 CFS And the Royal Gorge is 636 Mighty Mystic play a FREE REGGAE SHOW on The Beach at...
BV School Board Hosts School Hall on Proposed Funding Initiatives
The Buena Vista School Board of Education held a School Hall last night to discuss two proposed initiatives aimed at addressing critical district needs: No Tax Increase Bond Extension – to support ongoing capital improvements across the district. Mill Levy Proposal –...
Forest Service Seeks Public Input on Dispersed Camping Management Near Leadville, Buena Vista, and Salida
The U.S. Forest Service is now inviting public comment on a new plan to improve camping management on Forest Service lands near Leadville, Buena Vista, and Salida. The proposed dispersed camping management plan aims to: Enhance recreation by expanding vehicle-based...
ChaffeeResources.com Set for Major Overhaul
Chaffee County Public Health, in partnership with the Chaffee County Community Foundation and local municipalities, has announced a major revitalization of chaffeeresources.com—a vital online tool that connects residents with health and wellness services throughout...
Tuesday July 29th Weather Forecast
Showers and thunderstorms are likely throughout the week. With higher amounts possible on Wednesday and Thursday. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 85. A low of 54. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 80, a low of 51. Leadville and Fairplay look for a...
Monday July 28th CFS Report
Flows on the Arkansas River have leveled off again. Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers is running 521 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is at 588 CFS And the Royal Gorge is 600 CFS Mighty Mystic play a FREE REGGAE SHOW on The Beach at River Runners this Wednesday -...
Legendary Coach Joe Vigil Passes Away
Beloved coach and Alamosa native Joe Vigil passed away last week, leaving behind a profound legacy in the world of track and field and cross-country. Dr. Vigil was the longtime head coach at Adams State, where he led the men's program from 1965 to 1993, guiding the...
The Great Colorado vs. Texas Tomato War Returns!
The 4th renewal of the wildly popular Great Colorado vs. Texas Tomato War is coming back on Saturday, September 20th at The Meadows in Buena Vista! 🗣️ Announced by: Eric Gibb, President of the Buena Vista Optimist Club 🎉 Event Highlights: 🍅 Over 2,000 pounds of...
