CFS Report for Monday, July 15
Flows on the Arkansas River have leveled off. Expect fun and splashy whitewater out there. Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers: 612 Cubic Feet Per Second (CFS) Browns Canyon: 763 CFS Royal Gorge: 948 CFS The Tierro Band plays at The Beach on Thursday, July 25. Tickets are...
Film Review – ‘Mirasol: Looking at the Sun’
The Salida SteamPlant Theater will screen the critically acclaimed documentary film “Mirasol: Looking at the Sun” at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 18. Award-winning director Ben Knight has created a powerful film that highlights quintessential American values embodied in a...
CDOT Warns of Vehicular Heatstroke as Temperatures Soar
As we approach the hottest weekend of the year, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is issuing a crucial reminder about the dangers of vehicular heatstroke. Drivers are strongly urged to never leave a parked vehicle unattended with children, older...
Chaffee County Patriots to Host Water Issues Discussion with Terry Scanga
The Chaffee County Patriots will welcome Terry Scanga, manager of the Upper Arkansas Water Conservancy District, to discuss critical water issues facing Chaffee County at their monthly meeting tonight. The meeting will take place at 6:30 PM at the St. Rose of Lima...
Return to Nature Funeral Home Owners Seek More Time for Plea Deal Decision
Jon and Carie Hallford, co-owners of the Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose, were back in court yesterday as they requested more time to consider a plea deal. The Hallfords are facing over 200 charges related to the improper storage of 190 decomposing bodies,...
River Runners Reports Arkansas River Flow Rates for Friday, July 12
As summer progresses, the Arkansas River's flow rates continue to decline, yet the water remains exciting and splashy for all adventure seekers. Today's flow rates are as follows: Pine Creek / Numbers: 597 Cubic Feet Per Second (CFS) Browns Canyon: 751 CFS Royal...
Felt chosen as new GM for water conservancy district
The Upper Arkansas Water Conservancy District board of directors selected Greg Felt as the next District general manager during its monthly meeting Thursday in Salida. The board made offers to two finalists for the job – Felt and Blake Osborn, a water resources...
Chaffee County Women Who Care Donates $15,900 to Chaffee County Hospitality
Buena Vista, CO – Chaffee County Women Who Care (CCWWC) is proud to announce that Chaffee County Hospitality was chosen as the financial award recipient for third quarter 2024. On Tuesday, July 9, 2024, local women across Chaffee County gathered at Cornerstone Church...
Salida Council for the Arts Hosts Monthly Creative Mixer at the SteamPlant Tonight
The Salida Council for the Arts is sponsoring their monthly Creative Mixer tonight from 5 to 6:30pm at the SteamPlant. This month’s featured artist is Pat Smith, with musician Richard Posadas providing the evening's entertainment. The Creative Mixer is open to all...
Chaffee County Habitat for Humanity Hosts 10th Annual Mac & Cheese Bake-off and Silent Auction Fundraiser
Chaffee County Habitat for Humanity presents the 10th annual Mac & Cheese Bake-off/Silent Auction fundraiser on Thursday, July 25th at the Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort Pavilion. This year introduces a new category, "Anything Pasta," allowing chefs to push...
Oak Street Improvements Continue: Enhancing Safety for All Modes of Transportation
Improvements on Oak Street between Walnut and Illinois Avenue continue. These enhancements are designed to provide a safe route along Oak Street for everyone, regardless of transportation method. The improvements include: A new sewer line Installation of bike lanes on...
Owners of Penrose Funeral Home Back in Court Today Facing Over 200 Charges
Jon and Carie Hallford, the co-owners of the Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose where 190 decomposing bodies were found improperly stored, are back in court today. The Hallfords are facing over 200 charges related to the improperly stored bodies along with...
