National Weather Service Investigates Possible Tornado North of Divide
A possible tornado touched down north of Divide yesterday afternoon, causing damage to trees and power lines in the area. Reports indicate that the most significant impact occurred near County Roads 511 and 51. The National Weather Service (NWS) is currently...
City of Salida Hosts Public Meeting Tonight on Land Use Code & Zoning Map Rewrite
The City of Salida is inviting community members to a public meeting tonight (June 18) to gather feedback on the ongoing Land Use Code and Zoning Map rewrite. The meeting will be held from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Salida SteamPlant Event Center. The meeting will...
Wednesday June 18th Weather Forecast
Sunny, hot and dry conditions can be expected through the weekend. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 89 with a low of 49. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 85, a low of 47. Leadville and Fairplay look for a high of 71 with a low of...
Tuesday June 17th CFS Report
Expect medium Flows on the Arkansas River today. Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers is running 1240 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is at 1460 CFS And the Royal Gorge is 1720 CFS Sqwerv plays a FREE SHOW on The Beach at River Runners this Sunday, from 6-9, brought...
Eagle Scout Finn Blackburn Dedicates American Flags at Salida School District Buildings
Finn Blackburn has successfully completed his Eagle Scout project, dedicating newly installed American flags at the Salida School District Central Office and Transportation Building. The dedication ceremony took place under the watchful presence of the local color...
Volunteers and Tickets Available Now for 29th Annual Colorado Brewers Rendezvous in Salida
The Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for the 29th Annual Colorado Brewers Rendezvous, set for Friday, July 12th at Riverside Park in Salida, and is calling for volunteers to help support the event. 🙋‍♂️ Volunteer Info: Must be 21 years or older...
Chaffee County Commissioners Meet Today in Buena Vista to Tackle Key Projects and Appointments
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is meeting today at the Chaffee County Safety Complex in Buena Vista, with a full agenda that includes letters of support, contract awards, funding decisions, and committee appointments. đź“ť Agenda Highlights: Letters of...
Man Arrested After Allegedly Pointing Gun at Flag Day Rally Attendees in Westcliffe
A man wearing body armor was arrested Saturday after allegedly pointing a gun at attendees of a Flag Day Rally in Westcliffe, according to the Custer County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies received a report that a man in a red Jeep was pointing a pistol at individuals...
Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office Press Release 06-16-2025
On 06-12-25 at approximately 5:51PM Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Ryland Geske located a motor vehicle near the intersection of CR 306 and Highway 24 in Buena Vista that he identified as a stolen vehicle out of Alamosa, CO. Deputy Geske completed a traffic...
Tuesday June 17th Weather Forecast
A Red Flag Fire Warning has been issued for today due to gusty winds and low humidity. Winds will be gusting out of the west at 45 mph. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 83 with a low of 45. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 81, a low...
Monday June 16th CFS Report
Expect medium Flows on the Arkansas River today. Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers is running 1240 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is at 1460 CFS And the Royal Gorge is 1720 CFS Sqwerv plays a FREE SHOW on The Beach at River Runners this Sunday, from 6-9, brought...
U.S. Forest Service Seeks Public Input on Dispersed Camping Management Near Leadville, Buena Vista, and Salida
The U.S. Forest Service is now accepting public comments on a proposed dispersed camping management plan aimed at improving camping experiences and protecting natural resources on public lands near Leadville, Buena Vista, and Salida. The plan focuses on enhancing...
