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Police officers in Canon City arrested Dustin Mitchell on Saturday in connection with the stabbing death of an unnamed 21-year-old.

CANON CITY, Colo. (KRDO) -- A man from Canon City was arrested on a slew of charges following a stabbing in Canon City on Friday, according to the Canon City Police Department. 33-year-old Dustin Mitchell was arrested and charged with First degree murderFirst degree burglaryMenacingViolation of protection orderDomestic violenceThird degree assault On Friday, Canon City The post Man arrested in connection with Canon City murder appeared first on KRDO.

Each month throughout the year, Feature First Friday events are lined up to continue the celebration of Cañon City’s 150th anniversary. July’s bash will be from 4:30-7:30 p.m. July 1 at Centennial Park, featuring a host of recreational activities and demonstrations, along with music and food. “For...

CANON CITY, Colo. (KKTV) - Canon City is investigating a homicide that reportedly happened near north 9th Street and Main Street just before 2 a.m. Friday. Officers responded to a stabbing in the area and upon arrival found a 21-year-old man with wounds. The victim was taken to the hospital but was reportedly pronounced dead.

Salida has always been a great gathering place for all manner of car buffs. From annual car shows featuring American-made classics to stopovers featuring vintage touring cars from all over the world, there’s something for every fan of the open road. Up next: the sleek lines of nearly 100...

The City of Salida Fire Department has scheduled a full fireworks display for July 4th. Spiral Drive on Tenderfoot Mountain will be closed at the gate to all traffic—vehicle, bike, and foot traffic, on the 4th. All biking trails crossing Spiral Drive on Tenderfoot will be closed as well to ensure the safety of all involved.

Scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue today, with the heaviest rain over the mountains. More isolated and higher based thunderstorms will remain possible into the middle of the week. More widespread rain is expected to return later in the week, and into the weekend. Salida and Buena Vista can expect...

The victim was reportedly stabbed in the chest. He was taken to St. Thomas More Hospital for treatment but was pronounced dead by medical staff.

Cooler temperatures and widespread moderate to heavy rainfall is expected today with thunderstorms developing tonight. Flash Flooding will be possible over area burn scars. Salida and Buena Vista will reach a high of 63 today. Expect a low of 53. The San Luis Valley will see a high of 61....

One man is dead and another is being questioned following a fatal stabbing overnight in the 900 block of Greenwood Avenue. Cañon City Police Commander Elliott VanDyke said officers responded just before 2 a.m. to a stabbing at this location. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 21-year-old male who had been stabbed in the chest, he said. The victim was transported to St. Thomas More Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

The celebration of our nation’s birthday this year is a combination of excitement that the fireworks will be back, and disappointment that a parade through downtown Salida has been called off. After the FIBArk parade on June 18 had parade marchers confused at the intersection of F Street and...

St. Thomas More Hospital has a new Chief Executive Officer, but she has been a familiar face here the last few years. Angie Simonson has been with Centura Health for nearly 10 years; she officially started her new position at St. Thomas More on April 18. She has worked with...

A dispute over a dog spurred a Cañon City man to shoot at a moving vehicle Wednesday afternoon at the Shady Nook Mobile Home Park, according to an affidavit. After shots were fired, Caleb Alexander, 19, called 911 stating that an individual had just stolen his dog and that he fired two shots from his 12-gauge shotgun at the vehicle,

Thunderstorms are possible again today with widespread moderate to heavy rainfall expected over the weekend. Flash Flooding will be possible over area burn scars. Salida and Buena Vista can expect a high of 76. Look for a low of 56. The San Luis Valley will reach a high of 70....

If you’ve been to a football game at Citizens’ Stadium you’ve undoubtedly heard the booming instructions from the sideline coming from Mr. Thomas O’Rourke. O’Rourke, better known as Coach O, retired this year from teaching and coaching after 32 years. O’Rourke recently was presented with the “Lifetime Service Award,” recognizing his unwavering commitment to Cañon City High School and the football program.

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center Physical Therapy and Urology departments will offer a free men’s health class and educational series starting Friday, July 22nd. This six-week course will take place weekly from noon to 1:30pm, concluding on Friday, August 26th. Classes will be held on HRRMC’s main campus at the Outdoor Exercise Pavilion.

A temporary program that allows local employees to sleep in their cars overnight at a park in Salida is slated to officially open with a ribbon-cutting Friday. This so-called safe outdoor space, or SOS, is part of the community’s plans to address an affordable housing shortage there. Many restaurant...