Arkansas River Report for February
The latest River Report from the Arkansas River Watershed Collaborative shows drought-free conditions across almost half of Colorado.
Forest Health Council reports progress toward wildfire resiliency
More than 5,000 acres treated as Community Wildfire Protection Plan is implemented. In its latest Annual Report to the Community, the Envision Forest Health Council reports $23 million raised as well nearly 1,100 community members taking action to implement Chaffee...
2023 Salida Public Works Capital Improvement Project Updates
The construction season is about to begin for roadway and utility capital improvements across the City. Poncha Boulevard streetscape improvements include the addition of sidewalks, bike lanes, storm sewer, water and sewer utility upgrades, and open space improvements....
Chaffee Chips announces 2023 events
To help landowners create defensible space around their homes, Chaffee Chips will coordinate free neighborhood slash removal and chipping services in seven geographic areas this year. The countywide fire mitigation program reduces the threat of wildfire by helping...
#16 Buena Vista Girls Upsets #1 Peyton
After a 46-44 win, the Lady Demons are heading to Denver next week to play in the quarter finals. Buena Vista girls held the lead through out the whole game before Peyton came back in the fourth to tie the game to send it into over time. The Lady Demons eventually won...
#2 Salida Boys Win Regional Championship
The Spartans are headed to the Great 8 next week at Hamilton Gym at University of Denver after a win over the #18 Brush Beetdiggers 54-33. Highlights are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
Salida Boys Basketball Defeats #31 Montezuma-Cortez
The Spartans get a victory, 75-43, in the round of 32 over Montezuma-Cortez in the first round of the playoffs. Tune into 92.3 The Peak at 1 pm Saturday to listen to the Spartans play in the Sweet Sixteen. Highlights tonight are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
Buena Vista Girls Basketball Defeats Skyview Academy
The Lady Demons are continuing their season as they head to the Sweet Sixteen after defeating the Skyview Academy Hawks 37-33. The girls will face #1 Peyton Saturday at 12 pm, and you can tune into that game on Eagle Country 104. Highlights are brought to you by...
Grant Program to Assist with Local Forest Management and Wildfire Mitigation
The Colorado Forest Service is now accepting applications for a new grant program designed to assist local governments with forest management and wildfire mitigation efforts. The Incentives for Local Government grant program has $9.5 million is funding to distribute...
Suspicious Death Investigation in Teller County
A suspicious death investigation is underway after a body was found along Highway 67 in Teller County. The Teller County Sheriff’s Office closed Highway 67 between Divide and Cripple Creek for 5 hours yesterday. The Colorado State...
Chaffee County Community Foundation Welcomes New Director of Operations Rachele Vierthaler
Chaffee County Community Foundation is thrilled to announce that Rachele Vierthaler of Nathrop has joined the nonprofit organization in the newly created position of Director of Operations.
Wine is Now Available at Colorado Grocery Stores
Starting today, March 1st, Coloradans can purchase wine from grocery stores. This comes after voters passed Proposition 125, making it legal for vendors to sell wine in grocery and convenience stores. Some worry about the impact this might have on...
