Widespread showers and thunderstorms can be expected again today. More isolated to scattered showers will be possible for the weekend. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 75, with a low of 45. The San Luis Valley can expect a...
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The Chaffee County Sheriff’s Department is Reporting the Death of a Hiker on the Agnes Vaille Falls Trail.
On May 27th, 2025 at approximately 4:00PM Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office Deputies responded to the Agnes Vaille Falls trailhead on County Road 162 in Chaffee County for a report of hikers who had discovered a deceased person face down in the creek bottom near the...
Construction Projects to Expect on Popular Colorado Mountain Routes this Summer
Statewide — As Colorado travel enthusiasts prepare for road trips across the state, so is the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) enhancing highway infrastructure. Critical construction projects are happening across Colorado’s mountain corridors and...
Salida Community Center Hosting Two-Day 4th of July Celebration and Nonprofit Fundraiser Opportunity
The Salida Community Center is gearing up for a two-day Independence Day celebration on Thursday, July 4, and Friday, July 5, with fun for the whole family — and a chance for local nonprofits to get involved! 🎆 Friday, July 4 – Riverside ParkEnjoy the traditional...
CCCF Launches Friends of Public Health and Prevention Fund
Chaffee County, CO- Chaffee County Public Health (CCPH) is excited to announce that the Chaffee County Community Foundation (CCCF) has launched a Friends of Public Health and Prevention Fund. According to CCCF’s website, “Funding for public health and prevention has...
Salida Aquatic Center Temporarily Closed Again for Floor Surface Adjustments
The Salida Aquatic Center is temporarily closed again as construction crews address issues with the facility’s new flooring. During a recent scheduled closure for maintenance and upgrades, a new floor finish was installed. However, the surface has turned out to be too...
