Chaffee Housing Authority Seeks New At-Large Director
The Chaffee Housing Authority is looking for a new Director to join their board. There is an opening for an At-Large seat. Applicants must have an interest in affordable housing and a willingness to work as part of a county-wide team serving the needs of low to...
President Biden to Visit Pueblo Wednesday
President Biden will visit Pueblo Wednesday, Nov. 29th. The White House says the President will visit CS Wind, the largest wind tower manufacturer in the world. There, he is expected to speak about how Bidenomics is mobilizing investments in clean energy...
Fremont County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Phone Scam
The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office is saying that a scammer is claiming to be a Fremont County deputy and telling people that they have a warrant out for their arrest in an effort to extort money. The Sheriff's Office said they’ve been receiving calls from...
Jo Ann Andrea Myers (1947 – 2023)
Jo Ann Andrea Salazar Myers, 76, died surrounded by her family on November 24, 2023, in Salida. She was born in Salida on February 10, 1947, to Cordi and Joe Salazar. Jo Ann graduated from Salida High School in 1965, Rockmont College in Longmont, and completed...
New Arrival: Evelina Jade Dewberry
Evelina Jade Dewberry was born at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center in Salida on November 22, 2023, at 1:41 pm. She weighed 5 pounds, 10.4 ounces and measured 18 inches long. Evelina’s parents are Estrella and Dillon Dewberry of Salida. Grandparents...
Stocking Stuffer Auctions
It's holiday shopping made easy! Join us weekdays at noon for our Stocking Stuffer Auctions. It's like a mini, daily version of the Super Radio Auction. You'll find deep discounts on amazing deals from local businesses that are perfect for everyone on your Christmas...
Salida Wants Your Input on the F Street Pedestrian Plaza
The City of Salida wants to hear your thoughts about F Street. By participating in a short survey, you’ll help the City decide the future of the F Street pedestrian plaza. In December, the Salida City Council will review and discuss community feedback regarding F...
Jon Hallford, Owner of the Return to Nature Funeral Home, Facing Over 200 Felony Charges
Jon Hallford, one of the owners of the Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose, had his first court appearance last Friday. A judge advised Hallford that he is facing over 200 felony charges, abuse of a corpse, theft, money laundering, and forgery after nearly 200...
Westcliffe Homicide Suspects Fighting Extradition Back to Colorado
The two suspects that law enforcement have in custody in connection to the shooting that left three dead and one wounded in Custer County, are now fighting extradition to Colorado. On November 20th a shooting northeast of Westcliffe left two men and one woman dead,...
Christmas Tree Cutting Permits Available
The U.S. Forest Service is now selling Christmas Tree cutting permits. Christmas Tree permits can be purchased online through Recreation.gov. An additional $2.50 will be charged for all online purchases. Permits for the Leadville and Salida Districts are $10 per...
Salida Woman Arrested for Recruiting Minors to Sell Drugs
A Salida woman has been arrested for recruiting minors to sell drugs. Over the last three months the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office, along with the Salida Police Department, began an investigation into a Salida woman who was suspected of using underage...
Second Arrest Made in Connection to Westcliffe Triple Homicide
A second arrest has been made in connection to the triple homicide that took place Monday near Westcliffe. Nancy Rae Median Kochis is charged with accessory to a crime, pending the continuing investigation into the shooting. She and shooting suspect Hanme Clark are...
