Additional Parking Option Now Available in Downtown Salida
The City of Salida has announced an additional parking option has been made available in the downtown area. A public parking lot has recently been established through a lease with a property owner between 1st and 2nd Street, west of G Street. This location can be...
Westcliffe Man Facing Sexual Exploitation and Child Prostitution Charges
A Westcliffe man is facing charges of procurement of a child for sexual exploitation and soliciting for child prostitution after allegedly arranging to meet an underage girl in exchange for gaming gift cards. 58-year-old James Barry Vrasic was arrested by Custer...
Labor Day ‘Heat is On’ DUI Enforcement Period
The biggest DUI enforcement period of the summer is going on now through Labor Day. The Colorado Department of Transportation, Colorado State Patrol and local law enforcement are conducting the Labor Day Crackdown to keep Colorado roads safe. Spanning 21 days, this...
Bridge Replacement Work Begins on Colorado 9 North of Alma
Work is underway to replace an 85-year-old bridge on Colorado Highway 9, at the base of Hoosier Pass, north of Alma. Located between County Road 6 and 4, the current bridge is structurally deficient and functionally obsolete. Shoulder closures are currently in...
Be ‘Bear Aware’
Remember to be “bear aware” this time of year and prepare for possible encounters.
Westcliffe Board of Trustees Letters of Interest Must Be Submitted Today
Today is the deadline to submit a letter of interest for appointment to the Town of Westcliffe board of Trustees. Two seats are open. To submit your application, go to townofwestcliffe.colorado.gov.
Colorado Energy Office to Host e-Bike Rebate Lottery
The Colorado Energy Office will conduct a lottery for e-bike rebates. Residents who meet income requirements can apply online for a rebate beginning Wednesday, Aug. 16th, through Monday, Aug. 21st. A link to the application can be found at...
Colorado Education Association Files Federal Lawsuit Against Woodland Park School District
A federal lawsuit against the Woodland Park School District and Board of Education said its recently adopted policies silenced teachers, violating their First Amendment rights. The lawsuit was filed by the Colorado Education Association, a statewide labor union...
Colorado Parks and Wildlife Investigating Boat Launch Accident
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating an accident that occurred yesterday morning on a boat ramp at Eleven Mile State Park. According to CPW, two men were launching a boat when the driver got out of his truck and was run over. He was transported by...
Chaffee County Public Health’s Diabetes Prevention Program Adding Fitness Expert
Chaffee County Public Health’s Diabetes Prevention Program is adding local fitness expert Jon Fritz to enhance physical activity with Fall classes in Salida and Buena Vista. The lifestyle change program will be offered for free starting August 29th in Buena Vista and...
Chaffee County Issues Statement Regarding Geothermal Energy Production
There has been a lot of talk and chatter on social media about geothermal energy production in Chaffee County. In response, Chaffee County Government has released a statement. The county regulates local commercial geothermal development through its 1041 regulations...
Chaffee County Public Health Confirms First Case of West Nile Virus
Chaffee County Public Health officials have confirmed the county’s first case of West Nile virus. A second suspect case has also been reported. Counties surrounding Chaffee have also had confirmed cases of West Nile. You can reduce your risk of contracting...
