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Local and regional news for Salida and Chaffee County, Colorado.
The San Luis Valley faces difficult industrial energy challenges(4)
The San Luis Valley has long been known for its world-class scenic values. A little known proposal to build two 656-foot tall solar thermal tower powers could intrude on the Valley’s wide open vistas.
Politics for sale(12)
Being a cutting edge community on the front line of international politics, we receive a lot of information from geopolitical think tanks, Washington insiders and intellectual type people seeking The Salida Citizen’s consult. As humble guardians of small town liberty and community happenings we are reaching out to the brilliant minds of the Ark River Valley to gather thoughts on the circus that is American politics today.
Centennial Park Master Planners Seek Public Input(0)
The City of Salida will present the Draft Centennial Park Master Plan during an open house to be held at 5:30 p.m. January 26 in the SteamPlant Annex; 220 W. Sackett. Public comment will be accepted following the presentation.
Guidestone Farm Receive Award for Excellence in Environmental Education(0)
The Colorado Alliance for Environmental Education (CAEE) is recognizing effective and inclusive environmental education programs and individuals who are setting a new standard for learning in their communities.
Colorado Municipal League launches 5th annual essay contest for 7th and 8th graders(0)
CML is proud to launch the 2012 “If I Were Mayor…” essay contest, open to 7th and 8th grade students across the state. Four winners will receive a $500 scholarship account with CollegeInvest.
Fred Maxwell, Salida Mtn Biking coach and teacher, receives award from the National Interscholastic Cycling Association(0)
Outstanding participants from the Colorado High School Cycling League were honored at the 2011 National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) Awards, at the Clif Bar and Co. headquarters in Emeryville, California, Saturday, January 14.
Daniel Majok Gai, former Lost Boy, speaks about the New Sudan(1)
On Jan 29 and 30, Daniel Majok Gai, from Project Education Sudan will give several presentations about the current state of the new Sudan at local schools in Salida as well as the Salida community center. Gai was six years old when he escaped attacks on his village and began the 1,000 mile trek to refugee camps in Ethiopia and Kenya.
City Announces New Deputy City Clerk(0)
Audrey Gilpin has been selected to serve as the new Deputy City Clerk for the City of Salida, Interim City Administrator Dara MacDonald announced Friday. Starting with the City in November 2011, Gilpin has served as the administrative assistant as well as acting deputy city clerk. Previously, Gilpin was a reporter for The Mountain Mail.
Chief Gives Winter Driving Tips(0)
Greetings from the Salida Police Department. We have been busy for the first part of winter. Since I last wrote an article, the weather has certainly changed. I want to talk about winter driving tips and safety measures.
Job Opening for Accountant I(0)
The City has a full-time job opportunity for a detail-oriented accountant with strong customer service skills. This position is in charge of accounts payable; processes payments, general ledger entries and financial reports; reconciles accounts; maintains records and assists with a variety of accounting and administrative duties; acts at Deputy Registrar for southern Chaffee County, issuing birth and death certificates; assists customers at City Hall.
Dance, Salida, Dance(0)
This Saturday night at 7:30 pm, Salida’s first ever collaborate dance performance, “Dance Salida Dance” takes the main stage of the SteamPlant Event Center for a memorable evening. By combining an eclectic mix of modern dance, Broadway, tap, jazz, hip hop, tango, African and contra dance, the event showcases a diversity of local talent…
HRRMC Auxiliary installs new officers(0)
The Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center Auxiliary installed its 2012 officers at a ceremony in the hospital on January 16.
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