The San Luis Valley Region and its six participating counties are in the final stages of a planning effort to assess risks from natural, human-health, and human-caused hazards and to identify ways to reduce those risks.
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Six Colorado River states propose changes to river management
As much as 23 percent of the water flowing through the Arkansas River in Colorado comes from the Colorado River Basin, making the Colorado River crisis a concern for local residents.
Divers and Swift Water Rescue Pull Woman from the Arkansas River After Accident
Divers working with a swift water rescue team helped pull a Canon City woman out of her vehicle after it went off the road, down a 50-foot embankment, and crashed in the Arkansas River. The wreck happened yesterday morning along Highway 50 near Canon...
Salida Begins South Ark Neighborhood Planning Process
The City of Salida is kicking off a community planning process for the South Ark Neighborhood on January 31st. The South Ark Neighborhood—an approximately 100-acre portion of the former Vandaveer Ranch property that is currently owned by the city. The...
Next ‘Aging Mastery Program’ starts February 6th
Chaffee County Public Health is pleased to announce that we will be offering a ten-week health and wellness program to residents 55 and over. The program is called the "Aging Mastery Program". It was developed by the National Council on Aging. This is a wonderful...
Buena Vista Boys Basketball Defeats Lamar 58-57
The Demons defeat the Thunder on the road after a close fourth quarter! Highlights are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
