Susan Marie McFee
December 20, 1955 ~ April 12, 2024 Susan Marie McFee of Buena Vista, Colorado, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2024 at her home. She was surrounded by her family. Susan was born on December 20, 1955 to Howard and Mary (Punky) Todd in Canon City,...
US 50 bridge closed west of Gunnison due to safety concerns
Gunnison and Montrose Counties — A safety closure is in place for a bridge on US Highway 50 located west of Gunnison. The Colorado Department of Transportation is closing the bridge at the urging of the Federal Highway Administration and state bridge engineering...
“What’s Up Salida”, the free coffee networking event, takes place tomorrow morning from 8:30am to 9:30am at the Salida Community Center. “What’s Up Salida” is a chance for local business leaders, elected officials and the general public to share news and events...
Thursday is the Deadline to Apply for Valley Visions
Applications are due tomorrow for the Valley Visions Art Showcase. Valley Visions is an annual art exhibition hosted by the Salida Council for the Arts. Celebrated as a showcase for the Arkansas River Valley’s top established and emerging creative talent,...
Demolition Begins at Penrose Funeral Home
Yesterday was a step towards closure for people who trusted a funeral home in Penrose with their loved ones. Demolition of the Return to Nature Funeral Home started yesterday after months of delays. A ceremony was held before demolition began to give families of...
Fire Danger is High
A Red Flag Fire Warning has been issued for the San Luis Valley and Fremont County, as well as the I-25 corridor from Colorado Springs to the New Mexico border. Due to high winds and low humidity, no burning of any kind in allowed.
Longfellow Art Show Tonight
Longfellow Elementary School in Salida invites you to their spring art show tonight at the school from 4pm to 6pm. This year’s show will feature over 1,000 pieces of student artworks, fun art activities, a glow room, and a silent art auction.
Carol Ann (Bondurant) Kerrigan
November 16, 1955 ~ April 4, 2024 Carol Ann (Bondurant) Kerrigan died on April 4, 2024, in her home in Howard. Mrs. Kerrigan was born in Salida, CO to William and Aileen Bondurant and graduated from Salida high school. Mrs. Kerrigan married (Allen...
Conservancy districts oppose major water purchase by Aurora
Aurora is attempting to acquire Arkansas River Basin water and export it out of the basin in violation of a landmark legal agreement, according to a statement issued by the Southeastern Colorado Water Conservancy District. At an April 9 meeting of the Southeastern...
Buena Vista Baseball defeats Peyton 5-3 on the road.
The demons gave up 1 run in the first, and trailed 1-0 after the first 4 innings. In the top of the 5th, the Demons opened up the scoring after capitalizing on an Error, and with a 2 RBI Double to take a 3-1 lead. The Demons scored 1 run in each of the next two...
Salida Spartan Baseball defeats Florence in 2 games 20-0 and 26-6.
Salida dominated from the start and did not look back. Salida scored 13 runs in the 2nd inning of game 1, and 14 runs in the 1st inning of game 2 for an eruption of offense. The Spartans had multiple 10 run innings that lead to a series sweep over the Huskies. Salida...
Press Release: City of Salida Secures $4 Million in Grants to Enhance Community Infrastructure and Address Workforce Housing Needs
Salida, CO- The City of Salida is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a total of $4 million in grants to support vital infrastructure projects and address workforce housing needs in the community. These significant investments will bolster the city's...
