Independence Day festivities are coming together across Chaffee County, with events planned in Poncha Springs, Buena Vista, and Salida. From parades and park activities to fireworks and fundraising opportunities, there’s something for everyone July 4th weekend. 🎉...
The U.S. Forest Service is reminding visitors to follow strict campfire safety guidelines after dozens of abandoned campfires were found over the Memorial Day weekend. During patrols, Forest Service crews discovered four wildfires — one caused by lightning, and three...
SALIDA, Colo.— Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC) is delighted to welcome Orthopedic Surgeon Rita E. Baumgartner, M.D., to its medical staff. Dr. Baumgartner specializes in Orthopedic and trauma surgery of the hand, wrist and elbow. She...
A 30 to 40% chance of daily afternoon and evening showers can be expected through the weekend. Rain will increase in coverage beginning on Monday. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 81, with a low of 47. The San Luis...
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) reports that a moose attacked a man and his two dogs in Woodland Park. One of the dogs sustained severe injuries and had to be euthanized. According to CPW, moose are increasingly common across Colorado. The state’s moose population...
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is preparing for multiple summer construction projects across the state’s mountain regions, including several in Central Colorado. Key projects include: Colorado Highway 82 over Independence Pass – Three projects are...
