Governor Calls IRS’ New TABOR Refund Tax ‘Absurd’
The Internal Revenue Service published new guidelines that would tax TABOR refunds. Under the new rules, TABOR refunds will be seen as taxable income beginning in the 2023 tax year. The TABOR Amendment requires tax revenues in excess of the revenue cap be refunded to...
Pet of the Week: Buster
Meet Buster! He's the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pets of the Week! Buster is a 3-year-old Australian cattle dog/shepherd mix. He got to spend a short time in a loving foster home where we learned a lot about him. He gets along with dogs both big and small, loves to go...
Accusation That a Custer County Sheriff’s Office Employee Contributed to Minors Unsubstantiated
Accusation that a Custer County Sheriff’s Office employee had provided alcohol to minors at a house party unsubstantiated.
Rupska Announced That She Has Left the Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce
Heather Rupska has announced that she is no longer with the Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce. In an email sent to supporters, Heather thanked her colleagues and businesses leaders she has worked with during her time as the BV Chamber Executive Director. The...
Johnathan Edward Lee Arrested on Multiple Burglary Charges [Update]
On August 7th, the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office arrested Johnathan Edward Lee for several counts of Burglary and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Lee was charged after the Sheriff's Office investigated a break in at the Monarch Ski Area lodge. The Chaffee...
Chaffee Housing Authority Seeking Two New Directors for Board
The Chaffee Housing Authority is looking for two new directors to join its board: an at-large director and a director from Buena Vista. The authority is looking for diverse applicants including renters experiencing the housing crisis firsthand. ...
What Are the Next Steps for 1st and D?
What’s next for 1st and D Street in downtown? Salida will soon kick off a process to design and eventually build workforce housing on the site.
Buena Vista Defeats Custer County
The Buena Vista Demons notch a win over Custer County Bobcats in straight sets. The Lady Demons won set one 27-25, set two 25-10, and set three 25-21.
Phase Two of Poncha Boulevard Improvements Set to Begin This Week
The first phase of Poncha Boulevard improvements from Crestone Avenue to Grant Street are now open, while phase 2 will require a closure from Grant Street to Holman Avenue. The closure will begin this week, and the detours for this route will require preplanning. The...
Chaffee County Sheriff’s Department Arrest Poncha Springs Man for Sexual Assault on a Child
Over the past month investigators have been investigating a complaint of sexual assault on a child. On August 23, 2023, the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office arrested Ernest Dale Himebaugh, age 67, Poncha Springs, Co in relation to the investigation. Himebaugh was...
Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office to Purchase Salida Auto Sales Building
Goodbye Salida Auto Sales, Hello to the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office. During a special meeting of the Chaffee County Board of Commissioners last week, commissioners approved a contract of $2.3 million to purchase the former car dealership at 7420 U.S. Highway...
Buena Vista Edges Salida in the Chaffee County Showdown 22-0
It was all Demons in Friday night's Chaffee County Showdown. In the pouring rain, the Buena Vista Demons took down the Salida Spartans 22-0. Highlights are brought to you by Buena Vista Ace Hardware and Salida Ace Hardware. Salida had a huge interception in the 1st...
