Salida Daily Digest Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Ty's Take
Water's coming down the Arkansas the way we like it this time of year, and that 2,500 acre-feet pulse hitting the river these next few weeks is exactly what the doctor ordered for August when flows usually run thin and the rafting outfitters start sweating. The commitment to keep recreation and river health in mind during late summer says something about how this valley has matured, or at least how the people who care about these waters have learned to make their voices heard. It's not the kind of headline that moves papers, but out here it moves the needle on what September looks like for guides, merchants, and anyone else whose livelihood depends on what's flowing downriver.
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Ark Valley Voice
Back-to-School Safety: Portion of Highway 24 in Buena Vista Designated School Zone
A portion of Highway 24 in Buena Vista will become a designated school zone this fall as students return to classes. Drivers traveling through the area during school hours should exercise increased caution while adjusting to the new traffic pattern.
Chicago Ranch Loop Trail to Be Closed Tuesday for Maintenance
The Chicago Ranch Loop Trail, located just south of the Rodeo Grounds in Buena Vista, will close Tuesday, August 11, from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for maintenance work by the Buena Vista Parks and Recreation Department.
Guest Opinion: Sheriff Rohrich Clarifies Reworking of SWAT Agreement
Chaffee County Sheriff Rohrich met with Salida Police Chief Russ Johnson to discuss changes to the Chaffee County Combined Tactical Team, which includes members from the Chaffee County Sheriff's Office, Salida Police Department, and Buena Vista Police Department.
Musings: Trump Losses and Wins – Our Future at Stake
This opinion piece discusses recent political developments and their implications for the nation's future direction.
Chaffee Housing Trust to Host Open House at The Crossing BV
The Chaffee Housing Trust will host an open house at The Crossing BV on Wednesday, August 12, from noon to 5:00 p.m., showcasing the mixed-use development that includes a 14-unit condominium complex with appliances and on-site parking. New grant funding has helped reduce housing costs at the...
Up to 2,500 acre-feet of water from the Fryingpan-Arkansas Project has been dedicated to the Upper Arkansas River to support river health and recreation during late summer. While this is significantly less than the typical 64,000 acre-feet delivered annually, the water will provide a meaningful...
Chaffee BoCC Schedules Special Meeting to Hold Executive Sessions
The Chaffee Board of County Commissioners has scheduled a special meeting for 1:00 p.m. Monday, August 10, at 104 Crestone Ave. in Salida. The agenda includes approval of the county serving as applicant and fiscal sponsor for a grant to Great Outdoors.
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The Mountain Mail
New Arrival: Tanner Jay Muller
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AVHS launches August Matching Campaign
The Ark-Valley Humane Society is running its August Matching Campaign through August 31, where local donors will match every contribution dollar for dollar up to $20,000, the largest matching goal in the organization's history. Donations support medical care, adoption services, and community...
Remote workers visit Salida Museum
Members of the Chaffee Remote Community and Networking Group visited the Salida Museum to learn about local history, with presentations covering the area's 2-billion-year geological timeline and indigenous heritage. About 24 percent of Chaffee County's workforce now operates remotely, allowing them...
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