Buena Vista Board of Trustees to Hold Public Hearings on Annexation, Rezoning, and Short-Term Rentals
The Buena Vista Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting tonight at 7:00 PM, addressing several important community issues. Among the agenda items are public hearings on the Triview Annexation and the rezoning of 105 Barnwood Drive. Additionally, the Trustees...
Former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters Convicted on Multiple Charges Related to Election Security Breach
A jury has found former Mesa County Clerk and Recorder Tina Peters guilty on seven of the ten charges against her, stemming from a security breach of the county’s election computer system following the 2020 election. The charges Peters was convicted of include...
Teller County Assault Victim Identified as Briena Louise Karlik, Remains in Critical Condition
Authorities have released the name of the woman who was brutally assaulted in Teller County last week. Briena Louise Karlik is currently in critical condition at a local hospital following the attack. The Teller County Sheriff’s Office reports that Karlik’s dog also...
River Runners CFS Report for Tuesday, August 13
Flows on the Arkansas River have decreased slightly, but there's still plenty of fun and splashy whitewater to enjoy. The flow management program is set to expire on August 15, after which water levels will return to their native state. Current flows: Pine Creek /...
William C. Alexander: A Legacy of Leadership and Community in Salida, Colorado
William C. Alexander got less recognition than his wife, Harriet, for whom the Salida Airport (Harriet Alexander Airfield) was named, but he was equally involved in his community. ...
Buena Vista Board of Education to Discuss Policy Revisions at Tonight’s Meeting
The Buena Vista Board of Education will hold its regular meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. The board is set to review and consider several policy revisions in preparation for the upcoming school year. This meeting provides an opportunity for board members to address...
Low-Flying Helicopters Conducting Geological Surveys in Chaffee, Lake, and Park Counties
If you've noticed low-flying helicopters in the area recently, it's part of a state-led effort to image the geology beneath the surface. These helicopter flights are scheduled to continue for up to three months, covering Chaffee, Lake, and Park counties. The purpose...
Governor Jared Polis Announces New Workforce Housing Units in Buena Vista
On Friday, Governor Jared Polis, along with the Colorado Department of Corrections and local leaders, announced the development of new workforce housing units in Buena Vista. The project features 12 fully furnished two- and three-bedroom units, providing much-needed...
Highway 50 Over Blue Mesa Reservoir: Extended Flagging Operations to Replace Overnight Closures
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced a change in the planned overnight full closures on Highway 50 over Blue Mesa Reservoir. Originally scheduled to begin today, these closures have been canceled. Instead, CDOT will implement extended...
Human-Caused Colorado Wildfire Destroys 48 Buildings, Including 24 Homes
The Colorado wildfire that ravaged 15 square miles and destroyed 48 buildings, including 24 homes, has been confirmed as human-caused. The Alexander Mountain Fire, which caused significant destruction, has left investigators determining whether the fire was started...
River Runners CFS Report for Monday, August 12
Flows on the Arkansas River have increased slightly, making for fun and splashy whitewater today. Current Flows: Pine Creek / Numbers: 492 Cubic Feet Per Second (CFS) Browns Canyon: 788 CFS Royal Gorge: 896 CFS Reminder: The Riverside Grill will be closing for the...
Salida Schools Reviews Safety Plans and Sets Reunification Drills for 24-25 School Year
Salida School District staff members met on August 2, 2024 to review safety protocol in preparation for the upcoming school year. The annual training is comprehensive for all admin, managers, and front office staff members. During the training attendees reviewed the...
