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City Council Update with Sara Law
May 1st, 2026
From the Coop is a weekly KHEN original program. In this episode of From the Coop, we’re joined by Sara Law from the City of Salida for a clear, accessible update on the most recent City Council meeting. Sara walks us through key discussions, decisions, and what’s coming next for the City, helping listeners stay informed and engaged with local government and the issues shaping our community.
THE NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING WILL BE Tue, May 5th from 6 - 8pm
VIST THE CITY OF SALIDA WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION.
Visit the From the Coop show page to hear previous episodes.
ROAD CONDITIONS
Before heading over the passes or up the canyon, check live road conditions.
⚠️EMERGENCY RESOURCES⚠️
Chaffee County representatives William Plackner, County Commissioner, and Nick Huffman, County Manager, recommend the following official websites for up-to-date and accurate information regarding countywide emergencies, including potential evacuations:
Fire Restrictions (Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office):
https://www.chaffeecounty.org/departments/sheriff/fire_restrictions.phpChaffee County Official Website:
https://www.chaffeecounty.org/index.php
Residents are encouraged to refer to these trusted sources for the most current updates and guidance during emergency situations.
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
Community notices shared by KHEN Radio.
EVERBRIDGE EMERGENCY ALERTS
When emergencies happen in Chaffee County, staying informed can make all the difference. The Everbridge Emergency Alert System provides notifications about wildfires, severe weather, road closures, evacuations, and other critical incidents.
Everbridge delivers alerts directly to your phone, via text message, or email, so you can take action quickly to protect yourself and your family. Registration is free, secure, and only takes a few minutes.
More information can be found by visiting:
https://chaffeecounty.org/departments/sheriff/communications/everbridge.php
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KHEN ORIGINAL STORIES
April 17th, 2026: Update on Proposed Amazon Project in BV
As the town of Buena Vista weighs whether or not to allow Amazon to construct a distribution center in town, members of the community made their voices heard at a public hearing on Tuesday, April 14th. Tune in as Hal Tuttle brings you the latest from this ongoing story.
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.
You can find more KHEN Original Stories here.
Rocky Mountain Community Radio’s Regional Round Up
April 28, 2026
This week on the Regional Roundup: The city of Durango has proclaimed April 19, 2026, as Ross Anderson Day, marking twenty years since the Native American speed skier set a U.S. speed skiing record of 154.06 miles per hour.
We’ll also hear from a researcher working in Bears Ears who is turning to crowdfunding to continue his work after losing a federal grant. Then, we head to Utah, where students at the University of Utah are building community through the student Drag Club. And we close the show with a conversation with Aspen Public Radio Executive Director Breeze Anderson, who talks about a recent lawsuit involving Aspen Public Radio, KSUT, and CPR. The stations challenged an executive order from President Trump that cut funding to NPR and PBS. In March, a federal judge ruled in favor of the stations.
“Regional Roundup” is a weekly, half-hour collaborative news program from Rocky Mountain Community Radio that features local reporting from RMCR member stations.
Visit the RMCR show page to hear previous episodes.
LOCAL NEWS RESOURCES
TENDERFOOT TIMES
The Tenderfoot Times is the student newspaper of Salida High School. They write stories about current activities and events taking place at SHS and in the community, as well as opinion pieces on world topics and social issues.
FOOD ACCESS IN CHAFFEE COUNTY
SALIDA RESOURCES:
MEALS:
Mondays: Soup Kitchen 12 pm, First Presbyterian Church, 7 Poncha Boulevard
Tuesdays: 11 am -1pm, Caring & Sharing, 220 W. 4th Street
Thursdays: 11 am -1pm, Caring & Sharing, 220 W. 4th Street
PANTRIES
Mondays: 10 am - 3:30 pm, The Grainery, 1348 E Street
Tuesdays: 11 am - 2 pm, Caring & Sharing, 220 W. 4th Street
Thursdays: 11 am - 2 pm, Caring & Sharing, 220 W. 4th Street 1 pm - 3:30 pm, First Presbyterian Church, 7 Poncha Blvd. Fridays: 10 am - 3:30 pm, The Grainery, 1348 E Street
Saturdays: 11/8, 11/22, 12/13, 12/20, 9 am - 12 pm, Caring & Sharing, 220 W. 4th Street
PUBLIC ACCESS:
Guidestone Colorado’s Free Community Fridge, Always Available 24/7, Behind A Church, 419 D St, Salida
FOOD BOX DRIVE THROUGH: First Wednesday of the month, first come first served, Salida Community Center, 305 F St, Salida
BY APPOINTMENT:
2SLGBTQIA+ Friendly Pantry 10 am - 4 pm Tuesdays - Fridays at PfCA, 203 E Street, Salida
BUENA VISTA RESOURCES:
PANTRIES:
Tuesdays: 11 am - 2 pm, Ark Valley Mission, 122 Cottonwood Ave
Wednesdays: 11 am - 2 pm, Ark Valley Mission, 122 Cottonwood Ave
Fridays: 11 am - 2 pm, Ark Valley Mission, 122 Cottonwood Ave
PET FOOD PANTRY:
Monday - Friday 12-5 PM at Ark Valley Humane Society, 701 Gregg Dr., Buena Vista
For more details on pantries visit ChaffeeProvides.org.
For other services visit ChaffeeResources.com
RECURSOS ALIMENTARIOS DEL CONDADO DE CHAFFEE
RECURSOS DE SALIDA:
COMIDAS:
Lunes: 12 pm, La Iglesia First Presbyterian, 7 Poncha Boulevard
Martes: 11 am -1pm, Caring & Sharing, 220 W. 4th Street
Jueves: 11 am -1pm, Caring & Sharing, 220 W. 4th Street
DESPENSAS:
Lunes: 10 am - 3:30 pm, The Grainery, 1348 E Street
Martes: 11 am - 2 pm, Caring & Sharing, 220 W. 4th Street
Jueves: 11 am - 2 pm, Caring & Sharing, 220 W. 4th Street 1 pm - 3:30 pm, La Iglesia First Presbyterian, 7 Poncha Blvd.
Viernes: 10 am - 3:30 pm, The Grainery, 1348 E Street
NUEVOS Sábados: 11/8, 11/22, 12/13, 12/20, 9 am - 12 pm, Caring & Sharing, 220 W. 4th Street
ACCESO PÚBLICO:
Refrigerador comunitario gratuito de Guidestone Colorado. Siempre disponible 24/7, A Church (detrás), 419 D St., Salida.
RECOGIDA DE CAJAS DE ALIMENTOS:
Primer Miércoles del mes, por orden de llegada. Centro Comunitario de Salida, 305 F St., Salida
CON CITA PREVIA:
Despensa amigable con 2SLGBTQIA+, De 10 am - 4pm de Martes a Viernes en PfCA, 203 E Street, Salida
RECURSOS DE BUENA VISTA:
PANTRIES:
Martes: 11 am - 2 pm, Ark Valley Mission, 122 Cottonwood Ave
Miércoles: 11 am - 2 pm, Ark Valley Mission, 122 Cottonwood Ave
Viernes: 11 am - 2 pm, Ark Valley Mission, 122 Cottonwood Ave
DESPENSA DE ALIMIENTOS DE ANIMALS COMPAÑIA:
Lunes a Viernes de 12 pm - 5 pm, Ark Valley Humane Society, 701 Gregg Dr., Buena Vista
Para obtener más información sobre despensas, visite ChaffeeProvides.org.
Para obtener más información sobre otros servicios, visite ChaffeeResources.com