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Salida Author Visit: Community Forum Hears Feedback From Parents - by Carly Winchell
11+ hour, 20+ min ago (969+ words) Posted by Carly Winchell | Mar 9, 2026 An annual author visit to discuss writing with Longfellow Elementary students experienced unexpected pushback in Salida the week before the visit was scheduled. In response, Superintendent Dr. David Blackburn held a community forum Monday, March…...
The Buena Vista Police Department Calls for Applicants for Code Enforcement Position - by Carly Winchell
11+ hour, 35+ min ago (241+ words) Posted by Carly Winchell | Mar 9, 2026 The Buena Vista Police Department (BVPD) announced on Monday, March 9, that it is hiring for a full-time code enforcement officer. Image shared on Facebook to advertise for 2026 code enforcement officer position. In a post shared…...
The Colorado River is in Trouble - by Jan Wondra
11+ hour, 6+ min ago (332+ words) Posted by Jan Wondra | Mar 9, 2026 Part I of a two-part Article: It's Worse Than Experts Thought, and Although it's Early March, Trouble is Looming Readers may want to take a seat for this news. This year's latest projections for the…...
House Passes Bill to Allow Plug-in Solar Panels - by Jan Wondra
3+ day, 13+ hour ago (347+ words) Posted by Jan Wondra | Mar 6, 2026 HB26-1007 would save Coloradans money on their energy bills by expanding access to cost-saving solar The Colorado House on Thursday passed legislation to remove barriers to plug-in solar panels to save Coloradans money on their utility…...
Economic Headwinds Challenge Outdoor Recreation Industry as Growth Slows - by Ark Valley Voice Staff
4+ day, 15+ hour ago (385+ words) Posted by Ark Valley Voice Staff | Mar 5, 2026 The U.S. Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) today released new annual economic data highlighting the continued strength and significant economic impact of outdoor recreation in 2024. According to the new BEA Outdoor…...
Salida Schools to Host Community Event Monday to Discuss Cancelled Elementary Author Presentation - by Carly Winchell
1+ week, 13+ hour ago (1042+ words) Posted by Carly Winchell | Mar 2, 2026 An annual author visit to discuss writing with Salida students has experienced pushback in the Salida community. The Salida School District has scheduled a community meeting at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, March 2, at Longfellow Elementary. The meeting…...
Community Forum on Immigration Set for March 17 - by Community Contributor
1+ week, 17+ hour ago (115+ words) The Justice and Advocacy Committee of Salida is hosting a free Community Forum, Immigration 101," from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, at the First Community Forum on Immigration Set for March 17 The Justice and Advocacy Committee of Salida is hosting a free Community…...
When is a Premium Product's Place, a Protected Brand? - by Jan Wondra
1+ week, 4+ day ago (425+ words) Posted by Jan Wondra | Feb 26, 2026 Bill to Prevent Out-of-State Farms from Using Colorado-grown Product Labels " from Pueblo Green Chile to Palisade Peaches " Passes House Palisade peach orchards in springtime. If the bill becomes law, nowhere else can a peach be…...
Shining Mountains Montessori School Talks Expansion - by Carly Winchell
1+ week, 6+ day ago (1185+ words) Posted by Carly Winchell | Feb 24, 2026 Carbonate Street Childcare Center. Screenshot from the January 27, 2026 trustee meeting packet. The topic of childcare has long been a concern for the Buena Vista (BV) community. One organization hoping to address some of that need…...
Governor Polis Announces Colorado's Intent to Join World Health Organization's Global Outbreak Network - by Jan Wondra
2+ week, 4+ day ago (459+ words) Posted by Jan Wondra | Feb 19, 2026 Colorado Takes First Step to Join WHO's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network This past week, Governor Jared Polis today announced that Colorado will pursue joining the World Health Organization's Global Outbreak Alert and Response…...