Area Communities Gear Up for Exciting July 4th Celebrations – Buena Vista, Salida, Poncha Springs, Leadville, Fairplay, Howard
Get ready for a fun-filled Independence Day across various towns! Here are the activities you can look forward to: Poncha Springs Parade: Starts at 10am. Sign up your entry at Poncha Springs Colorado. Chipeta Park Activities: From 11am to 2pm, enjoy strider bike...
Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce “Business After Hours” Event Tonight
Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce "Business After Hours" event, hosted at the Mountain Mail office, located at 125 East 2nd Street in Salida. The event will run from 5pm to 7pm. Admission is $10 and includes appetizers and two drink tickets. This is a fantastic...
Today is the Deadline for Hunters to Apply for Colorado’s Secondary Draw
Hunters, don't miss your chance! Today is the final day to apply for Colorado Parks and Wildlife's secondary draw. This draw offers elk, deer, pronghorn, and bear licenses that were not issued in the primary draw. Unlike the old leftover draw, which was limited to...
Oak Ridge Fire Update: Over 1,000 Acres Burned, No Containment
The Oak Ridge Fire, currently burning near Beulah on the Custer/Pueblo County line, has expanded to 1,171 acres with no containment reported. Evacuation Orders: The Middle Creek Road area remains under a mandatory evacuation order. Fire Origin: The fire began last...
River Runners CFS Report for Friday, June 28
The Arkansas River is up again. Be prepared for high flows and epic whitewater today. Current Flow Rates: Pine Creek / Numbers: 2640 Cubic Feet Per Second Browns Canyon: 3030 CFS Royal Gorge: 2980 CFS Riverside Grill Hours: Open daily from 11am to 8pm Upcoming Events:...
Join Chaffee Rec Adopters for a Dispersed Campsite Cleanup in the Marshall Pass Area
The Chaffee Rec Adopters are organizing a dispersed campsite cleanup tomorrow from 9am to 12noon in the Marshall Pass area. Volunteers will assist in taking down fire rings and removing ash piles to help maintain and preserve the natural beauty of the area. Event...
Enjoy a Variety of Events Tonight in Buena Vista and Salida
Looking for something to do tonight? Check out these exciting events happening in Buena Vista and Salida: Buena Vista’s Free Concert in the Park: Enjoy live music from Howie Campbell at McPhelemy Park. The concert is free and runs from 6pm to 8pm. Bring your friends...
High Country Bank Hosts Pet Food Drive to Support Ark Valley Humane Society
High Country Bank in Buena Vista is hosting a pet food drive tomorrow, offering the community a chance to support the Ark Valley Humane Society. The event will take place at the Buena Vista branch of High Country Bank on Highway 24, with donations accepted from 10am...
Colorado Confirms First Human Case of West Nile Virus in 2024: Precautions and Safety Tips
Colorado’s first human case of West Nile virus this year has been confirmed in Arapahoe County. State health officials are urging residents to take precautions, as this early occurrence is unusual for the season. While most people infected with West Nile virus do not...
Two Former Buffs Drafted 1st Rd of NBA Draft
Colorado men's basketball established a historic first for the program Wednesday night when two Buffaloes were selected in the first round of the NBA Draft at the Barclays Center. Cody Williams was picked 10th by the Utah Jazz and Tristan Da Silva 18th by Orlando....
Oak Ridge Fire burning near Beulah on the Custer/Pueblo County line. The fire has grown to just over 1,000 acres with no containment.
Crews continue to fight the Oak Ridge Fire burning near Beulah on the Custer/Pueblo County line. The fire has grown to just over 1,000 acres with no containment. Evacuation Orders: Mandatory Evacuation: Middle Creek Canyon Road area Pre-Evacuation: Vine Mesa, Cascade...
River Runners CFS Report for Thursday, June 27
The Arkansas River bumped up some. Be prepared for high flows and epic whitewater today. Current Flows: Pine Creek / Numbers: 2400 Cubic Feet Per Second Browns Canyon: 2840 CFS Royal Gorge: 2940 CFS The Riverside Grill is open daily from 11 AM to 8 PM. Get tickets for...
