Salida City Council Seeks Settlement in Wastewater Litigation with Poncha Springs
Following a special meeting, the Salida City Council has directed the city attorney to negotiate settlement terms in the ongoing litigation involving the Town of Poncha Springs, Tailwind LLC, Full Views Matter LLC, and the City of Salida. The lawsuit concerns an...
Salida Volleyball defeats St. Mary’s in 5 sets.
The Spartans win in St. Mary's for the first time in 25+ years. They won set 1 25-17, set two 25-18 and set 5 17-15. They lost set three 26-24, and set four 25-14. the Spartans improve to 12-7 on the year. Highlights presented by The Salida Ace Hardware (check them...
Volunteers Needed for Erosion Control at Interlaken Fire Site Near Twin Lakes
Volunteers are needed this Friday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to help prevent erosion at the site of the Interlaken Fire near Twin Lakes. Participants will assist in creating barriers with rocks and felled trees to reduce the flow of ash and sediment into Twin Lakes. The...
Free Screening of Bode Miller’s Mental Health Documentary “The Paradise Paradox” in Buena Vista
Chaffee County Public Health will present a free screening of "The Paradise Paradox" at 5:30 p.m. this evening at the Ivy Ballroom in the Surf Hotel, Buena Vista. The documentary, created by former world champion alpine skier Bode Miller, highlights the mental health...
Chaffee Chips Offers Free Slash Removal Services to Reduce Wildfire Risk in Lower Chalk Creek
Chaffee Chips is providing free neighborhood slash removal and chipping services in Lower Chalk Creek through October 24th to help landowners create defensible space around their homes. This initiative is designed to reduce wildfire risks in the area. Landowners can...
FBI Warns of Foreign Disinformation Threats Ahead of General Election
In a public service announcement, the FBI is raising awareness about efforts by foreign actors to spread false information regarding the upcoming General Election. According to the FBI, malicious actors from Russia and Iran are the primary sources of disinformation,...
Chaffee County Clerk Reports 1,629 General Election Ballots Returned with 14 Days Remaining
With 14 days until Election Day, Chaffee County Clerk Lori Mitchell reports that 1,629 ballots have already been returned for the General Election. The Salida Vote Center, located at 10th and H streets, is open for in-person voting from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. through Friday.
Jevita F. Embry – May 24, 1934 ~ October 17, 2024
Jevita Fern Embry was born May 24, 1934, in Magee, OK to Melvin and Rachael Hinkle. She received her angel wings on Oct 17, 2024; she was surrounded by family and friends. Jevita married her high school sweetheart, Jerry Embry, on Sept 15, 1951, in Oklahoma...
Crestone Eagle Suspends Operations Due to Financial Insolvency
Crestone Eagle Community Media has announced that The Crestone Eagle, a longstanding monthly newspaper in the San Luis Valley since 1989, has suspended operations due to financial insolvency. In a statement, the board of directors cited insufficient resources to meet...
Shedfest Harvest Celebration at Alpine Park This Saturday
Shedfest, the Foodshed Alliance's annual harvest celebration, will take place this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Alpine Park in Salida. The event will feature the final farmers market of the season, fresh-pressed apple cider, a costume parade, and lively...
Heart of Colorado Fiber Arts Guild Fashion Show Returns After 5 Years
After a five-year hiatus, the Heart of Colorado Fiber Arts Guild Fashion Show is back and will take place this Wednesday at the Salida SteamPlant. Although tickets for the Fashion Show and Luncheon are sold out, the hand-crafted boutique will be open to the public...
Voting in Colorado’s General Election Begins Today
Voting in the General Election begins today, with ballots now mailed out to registered voters across Colorado. According to the Colorado Secretary of State’s office, ballot drop boxes must be open starting today. In Chaffee County, there are 24/7 drop boxes available...
