Salida Daily Digest Friday, October 09, 2026
Ty's Take
Downtown's getting a mural, the hospital just cleared six figures for a new infusion center, and Search and Rescue picked up another four grand at a car show, which means this town is still doing what it does best: showing up for its own. The noise around CDOT access changes and open-carry ordinances will sort itself out the way it always does here, through meetings and letters and a lot of stubborn conversation. But what matters is that when you walk down these historic streets this week, you'll see people thinking about their community's future and investing in its heart, whether that's through a brushstroke on a building or a check written to the people who pull folks out of the river when things go wrong.
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Ark Valley Voice
Facing Realities: Launching the Interactive Extremism Timeline
Ark Valley Voice has launched an interactive timeline to document extremist activity in Chaffee County, where such groups have sought power throughout the region's history and continue to do so today. The project aims to provide context for understanding extremism in the local area.
Unveiling of “Iconic Salida” Mural Set for Friday, Oct. 9
Salida will celebrate a new mural at 136 East Second Street across from Box of Bubbles on Friday, October 9, as part of the Salida Artwalk festivities. The unveiling will showcase artwork that holds its own among the other murals dotting downtown Salida.
HRRMC Jewel Ball Raised Over $100,000 for Infusion/Oncology Space
The Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center Foundation's 20th Annual Jewel Ball raised over $100,000 at Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort on October 1, with more than 180 guests attending the event. The funds will equip HRRMC's new Infusion and Oncology space, scheduled to open in mid-2027.
Meet and Greet for BV Mayoral Candidate Carlin Walsh
Buena Vista mayoral candidate Carlin Walsh will hold a meet-and-greet at The View Cafe in Buena Vista on Wednesday, October 14, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., open to all residents. Walsh is one of three candidates running for mayor in the November 3 municipal election.
Letter to the Editor: Re-Elect a Proven Leader for Chaffee County
A local supporter is urging Chaffee County residents to re-elect P.T. Wood as county official, citing the need for thoughtful management of growth and efforts to keep the county affordable for seniors, first responders, teachers, and medical personnel.
U.S. Highway 50 Businesses Ask Salida to Oppose CDOT Access Changes
Business owners along U.S. Highway 50 in Salida are asking the city council to oppose proposed access changes related to a Colorado Department of Transportation project scheduled for 2027. The highway 50 merchants are concerned about impacts to their operations from the planned improvements to the...
Ballot Questions Facing Colorado Voters for Nov. 3 Midterm Election
Ark Valley Voice is reviewing Colorado's 14 ballot questions for the November 3 midterm election, with this installment covering amendments 83, 84, and 85 from the State Ballot Information Booklet. Voters are encouraged to review the Blue Book for detailed information on all measures.
Salida Council Puts Open-Carry Discussion on Hold After Executive Session
The Salida City Council postponed a discussion about openly carrying firearms downtown following a closed executive session on October 6, leaving unresolved concerns raised by F Street business owners about armed individuals in the shopping district. Councilmember Shelley Schreiner originally...
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The Mountain Mail
Upcoming Fantasy Faire encourages costumes, fun for all ages
The fourth annual Salida Fantasy Faire will run from 9 a.m. to noon on October 10 in Alpine Park alongside the Salida Farmers Market, featuring LARPing with foam swords, rustic games, a costume contest, and live music. Organizer Nate Calderone says the event encourages costumes for all ages, with...
This historical column reviews local news from 140, 99, and 74 years ago, including a charitable raffle by Blind Dan in Monarch in 1886, a wage dispute involving Uncle Tom's Cabin theater company in Salida in 1926, and a Boy Scouts fundraising campaign in Salida in 1951.
Salida schools’ transportation gets an electrifying upgrade
Salida School District added two fully electric buses to its fleet through a $1.4 million Xcel Energy grant and partnership with Highland Electric Fleets, with the vehicles becoming fully operational on September 21. The buses serve short routes to Howard and Centerville Sugar Shack and feature...
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Faricy Automotive Car Show raises $4,069 for Search and Rescue South
The Faricy Boys' Automotive Car Show raised $4,069 for Search and Rescue South on September 12.
Fiber Festival has new and returning vendors, diverse art forms
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