Salida and Leadville Ranger Districts request comments on dispersed camping management project
The Salida and Leadville Ranger Districts are seeking comments on a proposal to address impacts from vehicle-based dispersed camping on National Forest System lands.
Christopher Hutchins Funeral Procession on February 26th
Christopher Hutchins, a young Marine from our area recently passed away. His funeral services, with full military honors, will be held in Buena Vista on Sunday, February 26th. Local emergency responders will participate in a procession to honor him. We are asking...
Veteran’s Affairs Resource Fair & Town Hall Cancelled
The Veteran’s Affairs Resource Fair & Town Hall, that had been scheduled for Friday, Feb. 17th, in Buena Vista has been cancelled due to this week’s heavy snowfall. The next veteran’s resource fair is scheduled for August 18th.
Buena Vista Police Department and Chaffee County Tactical Team Execute Arrest Warrant
On Feb. 15th, members of the Buena Vista Police Department, along with the Chaffee County Tactical Team, executed a search and arrest warrant at a residence on S. Colorado Avenue in Buena Vista. 29-year-old Jack George Jacobs IV was arrested on charges of...
Salida Boys Defeats Buena Vista
The Spartans get the victory over the Demons on senior night in the rivalry game 70-46. Highlights tonight are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
Salida Girls Defeat Buena Vista
The Lady Spartans defeat their rival the Lady Demons on senior night 35-33 after double overtime. Highlights tonight are sponsored by Salida Ace Hardware....
City of Salida Reminds Property Owners to Clear Sidewalks
Property owners are reminded of their responsibility to remove snow and ice from sidewalks. Many members of our community highly value the ability to walk their neighborhoods, business areas, and have accessible routes. Ignoring snow removal poses...
Snow Day!
It's a snow day! Due to the Winter Storm, here's what's closed today around Chaffee County. There is no school today in Buena Vista and Salida. No decision has been made concerning tonight's scheduled Salida/Buena Vista basketball game. Cotopaxi Schools have moved to...
Snow Day! Salida School District is Closed
Salida Schools are closed today, Feb. 15th, because of snow and weather conditions.
Pet of the Week: Willow
Meet Willow! She's the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! Willow is a 7-month-old German Shepherd mix who is dog friendly. Kennels are full at the shelter right now, so, if you've been thinking of adopting a dog, now is a great time! Fill out a Match Maker...
Chaffee Republicans Elect Officers
The Chaffee County Central Republican Committee held its organizational meeting on February 11th and saw the three top Chaffee Republican leadership seats officially elected. Voting for all candidates was unanimous, seeing Kathy Rogers re-elected to Chair, Todd Tipton...
Colorado State Patrol Announces San Luis Valley Surge Operation
The Colorado State Patrol has announced that the Alamosa Troop will be increasing patrols and performing a surge operation today, Feb. 14th, in the San Luis Valley. The increased patrols in the valley are an effort to reduce bodily injury and fatal crashes. State...
