Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s Clinic Now Offering Vein Focused Services
General surgeon Karen Johnson is now offering a variety of vein-focused services in Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s clinic. Dr. Johnson will see patients and offer full assessments for those who may have issues with vein-related symptoms, including...
11th Judicial District Nominating Commission to Meet October 4th
The 11th Judicial District Nominating Commission will meet on October 4th to interview and select nominees for the office of county judge in Custer County. The vacancy was created when current Custer County Judge Amanda Hunter was appointed to the District Court...
Man Convicted of Park County Murders After 40 Years
After more than 40 years, the families of Annette Schnee and Bobbi Jo Oberholtzer—both killed in Park County in 1982—have seen justice. The man accused of killing both women, Alan Lee Phillips, of Dumont, was convicted on all eight charges against...
False Threats Trigger Lockdowns at Multiple Colorado Schools
Multiple schools across Colorado received false threats Tuesday (Sep. 19) that caused many to be placed on lockdown. Alamosa High School received a call yesterday, as did a Colorado Springs school, and a Montrose County school. Alamosa High School commented...
Tuesday, September 20th Weather
Rain is expected to move into the area this afternoon and evening. Abundant moisture can be expected tomorrow and Thursday. Rain will be heavy at times leading to an increased risk of flash flooding. Salida and Buena Vista can expect a high of 83. Look for...
Chaffee Shuttle Wants to Hear from You
Chaffee Shuttle is seeking comment from Salida residents and businesses about expanding its services. Chaffee Shuttle is looking at the possibility of a looped route that would cover the Highway 50 area, downtown, and Heart of the Rockies Regional...
Salida Airport Closing Due To Maintenance
The Salida Airport will be closed for several days this week beginning Tuesday, September 20th. The closer is due to a runway maintenance project.
H.L. Scott Returns to Court Tuesday
A hearing will take place Tuesday, September 20th, in Chaffee County District Court in the matter of Herbert Lucas Scott. Scott is facing several counts of sexual assault. His first trial in late August resulted in a mistrial. RELATED: Mistrial in Sexual Assault...
Road Construction Updates for Highways 50, 285, and 24
Commercial truckers are urged to use extreme caution on Highway 50 over Monarch Pass as the only existing eastbound truck ramp is closed through October. The Colorado Department of Transportation is performing repairs on the emergency truck ramp four...
Monday, September 19th Weather
Look for a mostly sunny day with only a slight chance of an afternoon and evening thunderstorm. A better chance of rain enters the forecast tomorrow through Thursday. Salida and Buena Vista can expect a high of 81. Look for an overnight low of 51....
Sunday, September 18th Weather
Mostly sunny and mild today. Showers and thunderstorms will return to the area Tuesday. Salida and Buena Vista can expect a high of 81. Look for an overnight low of 51. The San Luis Valley will see a high of 77, a low of 47. Leadville and Fairplay will warm up to...
Buena Vista Football Falls to Gunnison 21-20
The Demons fall in their homecoming game to the Gunnison Cowboys 21-20. They welcome in the #1 Limon Badgers next Friday September 23rd at 6pm This afternoon's highlights are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
