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Chaffee County Habitat for Humanity raffle winners announced

Chaffee County Habitat for Humanity raffle winners announced(0)

1st-Place raffle winner, Phil Gamache, of Salida, and his new Jackson 4 Fun Classic kayak.

Construction moves ahead at Habitat site in Salida

Construction moves ahead at Habitat site in Salida(0)

The early phases of the construction of homes for the Jenn Fisher and Cristyl Nuzum families are moving ahead

Downtown Salida Design Guidelines under review(0)

Current and former members of the Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) City Planning staff, contractors, architects, Realtors and building owners shared views on downtown design guidelines.

Friends need friends(0)

Friends of the SteamPlant, an independent, all-volunteer organization not connected with the City of Salida, have begun their Annual Membership Drive.

SLV groups question transmission line development(0)

These present transmission line proposals will, in effect, obligate multiple industrial scale solar sites miles wide, and forever change the agro-pastoral landscape of the San Luis Valley.

Have you seen Eco Express?(17)

At first we suspected this might bear the hand of Nestle Waters, but these are not tanker trucks and that project does not yet (fortunately) appear to be complete. Perhaps these carriers are destined for a secret Area-51-like military base beneath the ground near the Four Corners area?

Al-Anon helps members reach beyond their fears(0)

Al-Anon Family Groups (including Alateen for younger members) is a source of understanding, help, and hope to families and friends of alcoholics.

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center election(0)

The election for Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s board of directors is Tuesday, May 4.

Full Circle Restorative Justice – New name, new Executive Director(0)

We are excited to have Patty in place, especially since our referrals from the District Attorney’s Office, Diversion Program, Probation Department and the school districts have recently increased.

Creating community supportive father’s to-be groups(0)

“The transition to fatherhood is one of the most significant and challenging experiences a man will ever face. In order to have a satisfying and successful experience, fathers must feel safe, supported and confident. To optimize the possibilities for our families, we need to provide appropriate educational, physical and emotional support for father love”

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  • Music and Dance this week

    Join us for the Creative Mixer and BV Contra Dance.

  • Central Colorado Humanists present annual Darwin Day Celebration

    February 12, 2012 from 2-4 PM at the Salida Community Center, corner of F and Third Streets in Salida. Scott Adams, Ellen Bauder, PhD and Dr Michael Forman will discuss evolution, plant ecology and Mr Darwin. Eat your cake and enjoy Darwin too.

  • Rocketman Jimmy Descant Instant Art Event

    One piece of sculpture built before your eyes, music, painting, and food. Steamplant theatre, Salida Colorado.  February 9, 2012.  Doors open at 6, event from 7-9pm. Don’t Miss It.

  • AVHR Open Skate and Bake Sale

    Chaffee County’s only roller derby league, The Ark Valley High Rollers, will be hosting their 2nd annual Valentine’s Day fundraiser to support and fund future bouts. It is an open skate and bake sale fundraiser at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012. The fun kicks off at 1:00 PM at The Fairgrounds.

  • CMC offers Introduction to Natural History

    Maggie Gaddis sent us a note this morning. Registration for her 3 credit CMC course Introduction to Natural History closes tomorrow. What a great way to increase your knowledge of your Rocky Mountain home.

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