The National Weather Service says smoke from wildfires in the Pacific Northwest and Canada could affect the air quality in our area over the weekend. There are several fires burning in Colorado. The Lowline Fire, burning 14 miles north of Gunnsion, is listed...
Colorado’s tarantulas are starting to creep out of their burrows on the southeastern plains in search for love, an annual affair sometimes called a tarantula “migration.” Every year, these creatures lure arachnid aficionados from near and far to see the spectacle...
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Are you ready to evacuate quickly and safely for the next wildfire? When the Decker Fire burned in 2019, local residents had more than a week to evacuate their homes. That’s not always the case, as is evident in recent national media coverage of the Hawaii...
The petition process is underway for those wanting to run for Salida Mayor, one of three City Council seats or City Treasurer. Petitions must be returned by August 28th. The mayor’s position is for a two-year term and the council and treasurer positions are for...
Chaffee County Public Health is offering help to those who have their health insurance through Friday Health Plans. The Colorado Division of Insurance has moved Friday Health Plans into liquidation, which will end coverage for Friday Health Plans customers on...
