Cotopaxi Man Arrested for Attempted Murder
A Cotopaxi man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after allegedly firing a gun at his adult daughter. Suspect: 64-year-old Paul Lee Eggleston. Charges: Attempted murder. Menacing with a weapon. Reckless endangerment. Prohibited use of a weapon (drunk...
Buena Vista Boys Basketball defeats Lake County 59-54.
The Demons comeback to beat the Panthers at home by a score of 59-54. The Demons battled back to force overtime, and hang on to beat the Panthers 59-54. Buena Vista improves to 9-4 on the year. Catch the highlights (presented by the Buena Vista Ace Hardware....find...
Salida Boys Basketball falls to Banning Lewis 85-57.
The #9 ranked Stallions held the Spartans in check 85-57 as Salida falls on the road. Salida will fall to 10-4 overall and 4-3 in league play. Catch the highlights (presented by the Salida Ace Hardware...find them here https://www.acehardware.com/store-details/17052)...
Buena Vista Girls Basketball defeats Lake County 51-16.
The Lady Demons lead coast to coast as they defeat Lake County 51-16. After a slow start, the Demons went on a 24-3 run to end the 1st half. The Lady Demons will improve to 6-8 on the year after the big win at home. Catch the highlights (presented by the Buena Vista...
Buena Vista Chamber’s Community Coffee Tomorrow Morning
The Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly Community Coffee tomorrow. Time: 8 AM – 9 AM. Location: BV Community Center. Who’s Invited: Open to all—includes updates from business & nonprofit leaders and elected officials. Cost: Free.
Salida City Council to Vote on Sewer Agreement with Poncha Springs
The Salida City Council will hold a regular meeting tonight at 6 PM. Key Agenda Items: Resolution: Amendment to an intergovernmental sewer system agreement between Salida and Poncha Springs. Ordinance: Lifting Salida’s moratorium on new wastewater system connections...
Salida Community Center Hosts Food Distribution Tomorrow
The Salida Community Center will hold its monthly food distribution event tomorrow at 10 AM. Drive-Through Format: Stay in your car; food will be brought to you. No paperwork required—just provide name, address, and household size. Location: 3rd & F Street,...
Salida VA Clinic Returns to Regular Hours
The Salida VA Clinic is now open Monday–Thursday, 8 AM–4:30 PM. Previous Reduced Hours: Due to staff vacancies. New Staff: A nurse has been hired, allowing for full service again. Veterans Seeking Assistance: Call 719-539-8666 to schedule an appointment.
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center Moving Medical Records Office
The Medical Records Department at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center is relocating. New Location: Salida Health Center (550 W Highway 50). Move Date: Closing at current location: Monday. Opening at new location: Wednesday, February 12. Accessing Medical...
Join the Sangre de Cristo Electric Association Board!
Are you enthusiastic about helping shape the future of your electric cooperative? Do you have strong leadership skills and a vision for making a difference in the community? If so, Sangre de Cristo Electric Association (SDCEA) invites qualified applicants to apply for...
Pronghorn Sightings Along Highway 291
Local residents along Highway 291 west of Salida are urging drivers to remain vigilant for a herd of pronghorn that cross the highway twice daily—once in the morning and again in the late afternoon—near Chaffee County Road 190 West. Multiple pronghorn have already...
Chaffee County Community Foundation Grant Cycle Opens
The Chaffee County Community Foundation (CCCF) is now accepting applications for its 2025 grant cycle, which supports nonprofit organizations, first responders, educators, and community projects. The cycle launches with the Springs Municipal Grants and First Responder...
