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March 26th, 2026: Showing Up for Local News
KHEN reporter Julian Rubenstein reflects on attending Local News Day with Maeve Conran from the Rocky Mountain Community Radio Coalition, highlighting connection, visibility, and the role of local journalism in our communities.

Chaffee Community Awards

KHEN reporter Julian brings us to the Chaffee County Fairgrounds for the second annual Chaffee County Community Awards. Presented by the Chaffee County Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the Central Mountain Small Business Development Center and the Chaffee County Community Foundation, the evening honored Entrepreneur of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Organization of the Year, and Philanthropist of the Year - celebrating the people and businesses shaping our community.

Opening of No Name Basin

Join KHEN reporter Julian on the mountain for a closer look at the opening of No Name Basin and the new Tomichi Lift at Monarch Mountain. Hear how this expansion is shaping the season - straight from the slopes.

Cyclists Unite for Alex Pretti

Over the weekend, tens of thousands of cyclists came together for memorial group rides in honor of ICU nurse Alex Pretti, who was killed by federal agents in Minneapolis on January 24. There were gatherings in some 300 cities around the globe, spanning more than 15 countries and nearly every state, including here in Salida. Join Hal as he takes you along.

The Grand Opening of Jane’s Place with Julian Rubinstein

Join Julian as he brings you along for the grand opening of Jane’s Place, a new apartment complex in Salida. This has been a six year effort led by the Chaffee Housing Authority.

How A Federal Hemp Beverage Ban Hits Home

KHEN reporter Stefanie Sere interviews Christopher Lackner, President of the Hemp Beverage Alliance, about a proposed federal ban and its ripple effects from Salida to the nation.

3/27 From the Coop: Mountain Mama Summit & Road Safety Survey
In this episode of From the Coop, KHEN Director Lisa Ledwith speaks with Emily Anderson and Sara Law about the Mountain Mama Summit, along with a brief city update from Sara. The episode also features an interview with Miles Cottom, Director of Community Planning and Natural Resources, discussing a new road safety survey launched by Chaffee County to gather community input for a Safety Action Plan aimed at making county roads safer for all users.

THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL BE Tue, April 7th from 6 - 8pm

VIST THE CITY OF SALIDA WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Visit the From the Coop show page to hear previous episodes.