Halloween Weekend Packed with Events Across Chaffee County
It’s a full weekend of Halloween fun in Salida and Buena Vista, with events for thrill-seekers, families, and even furry friends. 🎃 Haunted Clubhouse at Ramps and AlleysRamps and Alleys on Highway 50 in Salida presents the Haunted Clubhouse tonight and tomorrow night...
Community Fundraiser Launched to Support Salida’s Christmas Mountain Fireworks
The Salida Sunrise Rotary, in partnership with the City of Salida, is raising funds to ensure this year’s Christmas Mountain fireworks display can go on as planned. Event organizers Erin Bridwell and Michael Maassel say that due to a tighter city budget this year, the...
St. Vincent Health Announces New CEO
LEADVILLE, Colo. (October 23, 2025) — The St. Vincent General Hospital District (SVGHD) is pleased to welcome Justin “Bubba” Bartlett as Chief Executive Officer. He joined SVGHD in early October. Bartlett comes to Leadville from Fort Benton, Montana. With more than 14...
Friday October 24th Weather Forecast
Scattered showers and thunderstorms will remain possible through the afternoon. Snow will fall across the higher peaks with an additional inch or two possible. Skies will clear and temperatures will be mild for the weekend. Salida and Buena Vista...
Salida Volleyball Defeats Manitou Springs In Four Sets
The Salida Spartans celebrate their senior night with a win over the Lady Mustangs to advance to 14-6 on their season. 25-15W, 25-18L, 25-17W, 25-22W. Tonight's highlights are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
Ark Valley Humane Society Pet of the Week: Ms. Frizzle
October 2025 Auction Leftover List
Buena Vista Chamber After Hours Tonight
Join the Buena Vista Chamber for chamber after hours with 8Z Real Estate and The Viking October 23rd at the 8z Office from 5pm-7pm Come mingle with your fellow Chamber Members and have a chance to ask your real estate questions to the team at 8Z. Tickets $10.00 at the...
Join SMT and City of Salida to enjoy ‘Spiced Up’ Chili Pepper Trails
Salida Mountain Trails (SMT) and City of Salida Parks and Recreation invite the public to attend a first-ride event on the newly revamped Chili Pepper Trails on Friday, October 31 at 10am. Based on feedback from families and youth cycling coaches, SMT and City of...
Thursday October 23rd Weather Forecast
Thunderstorms will be possible today into tomorrow. Brief heavy rain, lightning, and gusty winds will be the main concern.Snow is also expected above 10,000 feet. Accumulations of 3 to 5 inches are likely across the higher peaks. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high...
Wednesday October 22nd Weather Forecast
Mostly sunny and mild conditions can be expected again today.A storm system will bring rain and snow back to the area tomorrow into Friday. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 71. A low of 37. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 63, a low of 35. Leadville...
1,400 miles, 130 chain stations: Colorado’s “Must Carry Law”
With winter-like conditions already impacting some of the state's mountain highways, the Colorado Department of Transportation is reminding commercial motor vehicle drivers that Colorado’s chain season is officially underway and safety starts...
