The La Plata Fire is burning about two miles north of La Plata Peak, west of Twin Lakes, and south of Highway 82 near the Chaffee–Lake County line. As of last night, the fire was estimated between 15 and 20 acres, burning entirely on National Forest Service land. No...
The Buena Vista Police Department says three people were injured yesterday morning after a vehicle struck two pedestrians and then crashed into a building along Highway 24, just south of Linderman Avenue. Police say the two women were walking on the sidewalk when they...
The Salida Police Department says a man has been arrested after a couple woke to find him inside their home, rummaging through belongings and staring at the woman as she slept. Police say the incident happened in the early morning hours of Sunday, August 3rd. The...
The Fremont County Health Department says two people have died from the West Nile virus. Public Health Director Paula Buser shared in a statement, “We are deeply saddened by the two recent West Nile virus-related deaths in our community. This is a reminder of the...
Isolated to scattered thunderstorms will be possible today through Thursday. More widespread thunderstorms will be possible for the weekend when monsoon moisture picks back up on Friday. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 91 with a low of 53. The...
Incumbent Ward 3 Councilwoman Wayles Martin has announced she will run for election to the seat in November. Martin has served on the Salida City Council since her appointment in March 2024 to fill the vacancy left by Harald Kasper. She works full time in the service...
