Salida Daily Digest Sunday, September 06, 2026
Ty's Take
The fishing derby down by the water this week reminds you what this valley's really about, doesn't it. Somewhere between the bear warnings and the landfill reports and whatever's happening up in Saguache, kids are still learning to cast a line and grandparents are still showing them how. That's the rhythm that matters most around here, the one that keeps going whether the county's figuring out waste diversion or the trustees are sorting out who handles what. Growth and problems and all the moving pieces are real enough, but they're not what holds a place together. It's the generations by the river that do that.
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Ark Valley Voice
Barry Morphew Alleged to Have Now Been Involved in Hit-and-run accident
Prosecutors have requested the arrest of Barry Morphew after he allegedly violated the conditions of his bail in a murder case related to his wife Suzanne Morphew. The alleged hit-and-run incident threatens to end Morphew's freedom while his court case continues.
Nearly Half of Waste Sampled at Chaffee County Landfill Could Be Diverted Through Existing Programs
A preliminary audit of the Chaffee County Landfill presented to the Salida City Council found that nearly 47 percent of sampled waste could be diverted through programs and markets already in place. The findings suggest significant opportunity to reduce landfill volume using existing resources.
Kids Fishing Derby Brings Generations Together for a Day by the Water
The annual Labor Day Kids Fishing Derby at McPhelemy Park drew 58 registered children for a family-friendly day of fishing. The event was sponsored by Trout Unlimited, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, and the Buena Vista Optimist Club.
CPW and Partners Remind Residents Not to Feed Bears
Colorado Parks and Wildlife and its partners are urging residents not to feed bears, which are actively searching for calories ahead of winter. Wildlife officials stress that bears must obtain their food from natural sources, not from human-supplied food.
BV Trustees to Consider Law Enforcement Agreements with County, Salida
The Buena Vista Board of Trustees will meet on September 4 to consider law enforcement agreements with the county and Salida, along with reviewing the 2027 town budget at a public hearing. The meeting will begin with a work session at 6:00 p.m. and the regular trustee meeting at 7:00 p.m.
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The Mountain Mail
Three vehicle crash in Saguache County, at least one person hospitalized
A three-vehicle crash occurred in Saguache County with at least one person hospitalized as a result of the collision.
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Roundup: Catch a pig, 50th reunion and live art
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Brewers Rendezvous sees returning vendors and attendees
The Brewers Rendezvous returned to Riverside Park on July 11 with returning vendors and attendees who appreciate the event's ability to foster genuine community connections. The annual gathering continues to build loyalty among participants who value the welcoming atmosphere it creates.
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