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Salida Native Returns Home for Full-Circle Debut of First Full-Length Play - by Jan Wondra
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (424+ words) Posted by Jan Wondra | Jun 19, 2026 Salida Theater Project Presents Staged Reading of "So It May Seem" July 1719 at A Church When Jay Lobeck takes her seat at a staged reading of "So It May Seem" this July, she won't just…...
FIBArk 2026: F Street Parade, Hooligan Race, Slalom and More to Come on Saturday, June 20 - by Carly Winchell
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (363+ words) Posted by Carly Winchell | Jun 19, 2026 The 2026 FIBArk Whitewater Festival has officially arrived, and each day of the festival is packed with plenty of events to keep visitors and residents entertained. FIBArk Saturday will feature the F Street Parade, slalom races,…...
Ark Valley Voices of Pride Choir Debuts at Pride in Salida and BV - by Carly Winchell
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (644+ words) Posted by Carly Winchell | Jun 19, 2026 A new community singing group debuted on Saturday, June 6, on the Riverside Park stage in Salida. Ark Valley Voices of Pride is a new community choir featuring members of the local LGBTQIA+ community and allies....
2026 FIBArk: Live Music Performances to Bring Unique Feel to Riverside Park Each Day - by Jessica Mitchell
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (744+ words) Posted by Jessica Mitchell | Jun 18, 2026 FIBArk's soundtrack will be ever-changing throughout the festivities this weekend. For years, different musical genres have helped define the mood of the festival. Each day draws its own mix of listeners and river enthusiasts. This…...
FIBArk 2026: Surf Contest Cancelled, SUP Boxing and Other Events Still on for Friday, June 19 - by Carly Winchell
3+ day, 9+ hour ago (316+ words) Posted by Carly Winchell | Jun 18, 2026 The 2026 FIBArk Whitewater Festival has officially arrived, and each day of the festival is packed with plenty of events. The Surf Contest was initially scheduled for 10: 00 a. m. but has now been listed as cancelled on the…...
FIBArk Whitewater Festival Returns to Salida this Thursday - by Carly Winchell
5+ day, 4+ hour ago (923+ words) Posted by Carly Winchell | Jun 16, 2026 The 2026 FIBArk (First in Boating in the Arkansas River) Whitewater Festival is scheduled for Thursday, June 18, through Sunday, June 21. The festival annually brings thousands to Salida to watch athletes, listen to music, and celebrate the…...
Salida Aspen Concert Awards Music Teacher Grants - by Jan Wondra
5+ day, 15+ hour ago (333+ words) Posted by Jan Wondra | Jun 16, 2026 Salida Aspen Concerts has awarded $500 to each of 11 private teachers of music lessons to pupils K-12 grades living within the Salida, Buena Vista, Cotopaxi or Custer County school district boundaries. This award was made possible by…...
National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum Announces Mining For Knowledge Series June 16, Summer Events - by Jessica Mitchell
6+ day, 18+ hour ago (639+ words) Posted by Jessica Mitchell | Jun 15, 2026 New exhibits, new programs, and a historic first-of-its-kind event open the spring and summer season at The National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum in Leadville. The museum will offer a wide range of educational…...
We Are Chaffee's Future Murals Bring Belonging to Buena Vista - by Carly Winchell
1+ week, 1+ day ago (1192+ words) Posted by Carly Winchell | Jun 13, 2026 A roving, county-wide celebration of belonging occurred on Wednesday, June 10. Five murals created by community members of all ages were unveiled in Salida and Buena Vista (BV). Two are located "up north" in BV. Supporters…...
Country Artist Eli Mosley Performing at The Lariat on Friday - by Jessica Mitchell
1+ week, 1+ day ago (406+ words) Posted by Jessica Mitchell | Jun 13, 2026 Eli Mosley will perform at The Lariat in Buena Vista on June 19. The show begins at 9: 30 p. m. and is open to guests 21 or older. Tickets are available online for $25. 14. A U. S. Marine Corps veteran and rancher, Eli…...