CDOT Announces Summer Road Work Across Colorado Mountain Highways, Including Local Routes
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is preparing for multiple summer construction projects across the state’s mountain regions, including several in Central Colorado. Key projects include: Colorado Highway 82 over Independence Pass – Three projects are...
Thursday May 29th CFS Report
Flows on the Arkansas River are rising. Currently: Pine Creek and Numbers is running 700 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is at 981 CFS And the Royal Gorge is 1080 Reggae star, Mishka, plays on The Beach at River Runners this Saturday from 6-9, brought to you by...
Thursday May 29th Weather Forecast
Widespread showers and thunderstorms can be expected again today. More isolated to scattered showers will be possible for the weekend. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 75, with a low of 45. The San Luis Valley can expect a...
The Chaffee County Sheriff’s Department is Reporting the Death of a Hiker on the Agnes Vaille Falls Trail.
On May 27th, 2025 at approximately 4:00PM Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to the Agnes Vaille Falls trailhead on County Road 162 in Chaffee County for a report of hikers who had discovered a deceased person face down in the creek bottom near the...
Construction Projects to Expect on Popular Colorado Mountain Routes this Summer
Statewide — As Colorado travel enthusiasts prepare for road trips across the state, so is the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) enhancing highway infrastructure. Critical construction projects are happening across Colorado’s mountain corridors and...
Salida Community Center Hosting Two-Day 4th of July Celebration and Nonprofit Fundraiser Opportunity
The Salida Community Center is gearing up for a two-day Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, with fun for the whole family — and a chance for local nonprofits to get involved! 🎆 Friday, July 4 – Riverside ParkEnjoy the traditional...
CCCF Launches Friends of Public Health and Prevention Fund
Chaffee County, CO- Chaffee County Public Health (CCPH) is excited to announce that the Chaffee County Community Foundation (CCCF) has launched a Friends of Public Health and Prevention Fund. According to CCCF’s website, “Funding for public health and prevention has...
Salida Aquatic Center Temporarily Closed Again for Floor Surface Adjustments
The Salida Aquatic Center is temporarily closed again as construction crews address issues with the facility’s new flooring. During a recent scheduled closure for maintenance and upgrades, a new floor finish was installed. However, the surface has turned out to be too...
GARNA Hosts Free Public Program on Arkansas River Voluntary Flow Management
The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) is hosting a free community program titled “What is the Voluntary Flow Management Program?” on Tuesday, May 28, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Valley View Nature Learning Center, located on Chaffee County Road 140....
Colorado Farm to Table Hosts “Earth to Table” Fundraiser Featuring Local Music, Dinner, and Auctions
Colorado Farm to Table will host its inaugural "Earth to Table" fundraiser on Thursday night, June 6, at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds. The event aims to support the organization’s mission to “grow more, give more, and feed more” across the region. The evening will...
Wednesday, May 28th Weather Forecast
Widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected today and tomorrow. More isolated to scattered showers can be expected Friday through Monday. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 79, with a low of 47. The San Luis Valley can expect a...
Arkansas River Valley LGBTQ+ Fund Announces $10,000 in Grant Opportunities
Meet the Fund at Ark Valley Pride on June 7 to Learn More (CHAFFEE COUNTY, CO) May 24, 2025 – The Arkansas River Valley LGBTQ+ Fund is proud to announce its 2025 grant cycle, now entering its second year with $10,000 in available funding. These grants will support...
