The Mountain Mail

09/06/2026

Against a darkening sky, movement overhead catches our eye. A large bird floats in ever-widening circles on uncertain wings. A juvenile bald is taking a test flight away from its nest. Like a teenager confronting the onset of a growth spurt, its mot…

Mellsop presents series of snapshot experiences from fishing outtings– quiet mornings, gentle currents and bird watching.

09/06/2026

Brenda Lynn (Barnes) Miller, 56, passed away Aug. 19, 2026, after her courageous battle with breast cancer.

Brenda Lynn (Barnes) Miller, 56, passed away Aug. 19, 2026, after her courageous battle with breast cancer. Mother and outdoors-lover.

09/06/2026

A three vehicle crash occurred outside Villa Grove in Saguache County Sept. 5, with at least one person transported to the hospital. The crash occurred on U.S. 285 at mile post 104. State Patrol responded to the call at 8:37 a.m.

A three vehicle crash occurred outside Villa Grove in Saguache County Sept. 5, with at least one person transported to the hospital.

09/05/2026

High Country Bank is the title sponsor for the annual Salida ArtWalk and will also host the annual kickoff event, Art on the Rocks, Oct. 8. From left front are Denise Knapp, Raffelina Grano, Tina Gramann and Ken Brandon. Back: Amanda Swartzbaugh, To…

High Country Bank is the title sponsor for the annual Salida ArtWalk and will also host the annual kickoff event, Art on the Rocks, Oct. 8. From left front are

09/05/2026

May 1, 1979 – Aug. 24, 2026

John Michael Read died Aug. 24, 2026, at 47. An avid rafter, rock hound, hiker and fisherman, He loved to experience the outdoors in any way that he could, and was an excellent chef.

09/05/2026

🏆 BEST OF SALIDA 2026 — VOTING IS OPEN! 🏆

It’s time to show some love to your Salida favorites!

👉 Vote here: ⁠https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BofS2026

Voting is open through 5 p.m. Sept. 13. One survey per person, and you can vote in as many categories as you’d like.

🏆 Winners will be announced in our annual Best of Salida issue this October!

Vote local. Support local. Celebrate the Best of Salida!

09/04/2026

In its second year benefiting Veterans Expeditions, the Monarch Crest Crank, a fundraising mountain bike ride on the Monarch Crest Trail, raised $7,175 Aug. 29.

09/04/2026

She was 85, living on her own with no family and few friends. Her health was failing. She was struggling to care for her dog and had no help to do so. She wanted her beloved buddy to have the home he deserved. She searched but could find no one to g…

Behind every surrendered dog and cat there is a story, one that is often heartbreaking and tearful. People seldom relinquish their pets because they stop loving them, Hamontre says.

09/04/2026

Graduating high school seniors in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming can apply between Sept. 1 and Oct. 15 for the Daniels Scholarship, which provides up to the full cost of attendance at colleges and universities across the country.

Graduating high school seniors in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming can apply between Sept. 1 and Oct. 15 for the Daniels Scholarship, which provides up to the full cost

09/04/2026

"Messy Eater." (Cartoon by Kat Corregan)