The Shootout that Shaped Salida: How a Pocket Watch Saved Marshal Stingley in 1883
The Salida Museum has thousands of items on display but probably the most frequently sought exhibit is a pocket watch which saved the life of Marshal Baxter Stingley in a gunfight in downtown Salida on Decoration Day. May 30, 1883....
Poncha Springs Church of Christ Hosts Free Picnic in Chipeta Park Tonight
oin Poncha Springs Church of Christ for a Free Picnic in the Park The Poncha Springs Church of Christ is inviting the community to a free Picnic in the Park tonight from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Chipeta Park, located next to Town Hall. This family-friendly event offers a...
Boogie in the Barn: GARNA’s Annual Gala and Fundraiser at Hutchinson Ranch Tonight
Join GARNA for Boogie in the Barn at Hutchinson Ranch The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) is hosting its annual gala and fundraiser, Boogie in the Barn, tonight at Hutchinson Ranch. The event kicks off at 5:30 PM and promises an evening of fun and...
Free Concerts Tonight in Buena Vista and Salida Parks
Enjoy Free Live Music Tonight in Buena Vista and Salida The free Concert in the Park series continues this evening in Buena Vista’s McPhelemy Park, featuring a performance by Haku from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Attendees can look forward to an evening of vibrant music in a...
Salida Post Office to Host Job Fair with On-Site Application Assistance
Explore Career Opportunities at Salida Post Office Job Fair The Salida Post Office is hosting a job fair tomorrow from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM at its location at 310 D Street. This event offers a valuable opportunity for job seekers to explore career options with the U.S....
Jack G. Leighton
March 25, 1941 ~ August 2, 2024 (age 83) Jack G. Leighton, age 83, of Poncha Springs passed away on August 2, 2024. He was born March 25, 1941 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Gilford and Fern Leighton. Fresh out of high school in 1959, Jack began an 8-year military career...
Ronald Lee Dossman
July 15, 1940 ~ August 6, 2024 (age 84) Ronald (Ron) Dossman passed away 8/6/2024 at Montereau Retirement Community in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Ron was preceded in death by his wife Jessie, as well as his parents and brothers. Ron was born in Welch, Oklahoma on 7/15/1940. He...
Dennis A. Daley
February 20, 1952 ~ August 18, 2024 (age 72) Dennis A. Daley passed away on August 18th, 2024 at the age of 72 in his home surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Chicago, IL as the first son of Eugene and Mary Daley. Denny and his wife Barbara moved out to Salida,...
Toni Gonzales Obituary
In Loving Memory Toni Marie Gonzales, 41 passed in her family’s home August 11, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. She was born June19, 1983, daughter to Roxanne Merton in Pocatello, Idaho. She was a long-term employee at Columbine Manor and the Safeway bakery in Salida...
Chaffee County Public Health Announces Special Activities at 2024 Embracing Aging Expo: “Sentimental Swap Shop” and “Support During Life’s Critical Moments Workshop”
Chaffee County, CO – Chaffee County Public Health is excited to highlight two unique and meaningful activities at this year’s Embracing Aging Expo, set to take place on Friday, September 13th, 2024 from 9a-2p, at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds. These activities are...
CENTER, COLORADO EXTENDS DEADLINE FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND ANNOUNCES $2 MILLION MORE HOUSING NOW GRANT
The Town of Center is pleased to announce the community has been awarded a $2 million dollar More Housing Now grant through the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA). The purpose of this grant is to provide the essential infrastructure to lay the groundwork for...
Meet Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week – Benji!
Meet Benji: Ark-Valley Humane Society's Pet of the Week Benji has been waiting for his forever home at Ark-Valley Humane Society for 81 days, and we're not sure why! This 7-year-old senior cat is a staff and volunteer favorite. Benji embodies everything we love about...
