Jimmy Leo Sweetwood passed away peacefully in his home on November 16, 2025, at the age of 77. Jim was a beloved husband, brother, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend. Jim was especially proud of being a grandfather to his granddaughters, Andreya and...
Middle school students across the Upper Arkansas Valley, including those in public, private, charter, and home schools—are invited to participate in the National Civics Bee, a nonpartisan competition developed by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. The event is...
The Salida Elks Lodge is calling on the community to help support its annual Christmas Basket program, which provides food and gifts to local families in need during the holiday season. Residents are encouraged to donate non-perishable food items,...
Salida Arts and Culture is bringing a beloved holiday tradition to the big screen tonight with a special showing of “It’s a Wonderful Life.” The classic film begins at 6:30 p.m. at the SteamPlant Event Center. Tickets are $5 and...
The Salida Council for the Arts will hold its monthly Creative Mixer tonight from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at the SteamPlant Event Center, inviting the community to celebrate a year of artistic accomplishments. This month's gathering will feature live music by David...
Chaffee Gives Day shattered previous fundraising records this year, as residents rallied to support local nonprofits in unprecedented numbers. On December 9, a total of 2,259 donors contributed $769,000 to benefit 96 community causes—a remarkable jump from last year’s...
