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🌱 What police say happened before a fatal fentanyl overdose in Salida
Salida, Colorado Patch AM: a 3 min readWhat's up Salida! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What police say happened before a fatal fentanyl overdose in Salida
- How the Highway 291 closure could change your daily Salida drive
- Why Salida viewers may have lost their RMPBS signal today
Today's riddle: Why does my coffee taste like dirt? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Partial sunshine, with a high of 80 and low of 49 degrees.
- Wednesday: A stray afternoon t-shower, temps: high: 77, low: 46.
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 80 and low of 47 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Monte Vista Woman Arrested in Connection With Fatal Fentanyl Overdose in Salida (heartoftherockiesradio.com) — Salida police report that a Monte Vista woman has been charged in connection with a fatal fentanyl overdose that occurred in a Salida motel room earlier this year. Prosecutors allege she provided and administered the drug before the victim died and that she later stole his property, while emphasizing she remains presumed innocent until proven guilty in court. 
2. Monday Travel Notes for Chaffee County and Surrounding Areas (heartoftherockiesradio.com) — Expect major traffic impacts in and around Salida this week, especially from the full summer-long closure of Highway 291 between 3rd and M streets and lane reductions on Highway 50 for sewer main upgrades toward Poncha Springs. Regional drivers will also see delays on Highway 69 and Highway 24 near Buena Vista, Leadville, and Minturn, so plan extra time for any trips.
3. More than a century later, business is blooming at City Floral (rmpbs.org) — If your RMPBS signal is out in Salida, the station is investigating a transmission failure affecting the whole San Luis Valley and suggests streaming online or via the RMPBS+ app for now. The broader story spotlights Denver’s 115-year-old City Floral garden center, which has grown from a small greenhouse into a regional destination for unique plants and gardening supplies.
4. Looking for beach vibes? Here's where to find them in landlocked Colorado (denverpost.com) — If you’re craving a beachy day without leaving Colorado, this statewide guide highlights warm reservoirs, hidden swimming holes, and riverside water parks, including Salida’s own play waves on the Arkansas. It also covers safety tips for cold rivers, entry fees, directions, and nearby hot springs for a more relaxed soak.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Salida is a welcoming place I have found out in the past six months I have lived here.
I had one of our Police Offers by the name of J. Knight hand deliver the set of keys I lost yesterday on the trail alongside the Arkansas River while… (Nextdoor Downtown Salida) - Sylvester has not been home in two days, which is unlike him.
He adopted us and a couple other neighbors when his family moved years ago. The neighbors have not seen him either. Please let me know if you see… (Nextdoor Piñon Hills)
- Hallmark Cards, Inc. posted a job opening for Hallmark Field Merchandiser (Part Time) Salida, CO 81201 in Salida. Apply here.
- PeopleCare Health Services posted a job opening for Salida: Caregiver / Personal Care Aide in Salida. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Salida here.
Ok Salida! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: It was just ground this morning (Thank you Robin C. for sending it in!)
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