The Colorado State Patrol is joining forces with local law enforcement agencies for a heightened DUI enforcement effort as part of the statewide “The Heat Is On” campaign this St. Patrick’s Day. Drivers across the region can expect to see increased patrol presence,...
The Salida City Council will hold its regular meeting tonight at 6 p.m., with several key items on the agenda ranging from liquor licensing decisions to community event planning. Acting as the Liquor Licensing Authority, council members will consider a new liquor...
Carie Hallford, co-owner of a Penrose funeral home, was sentenced yesterday to 18 years in prison on federal fraud charges, marking another major development in a case that has shocked families and communities across Colorado. According to court officials, Hallford’s...
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Warmer and drier conditions can be expected through the end of the week, with the potential for elevated fire weather conditions. Winds today will be gusting to 30 mph. Salida...
ASPEN, Colo. (March 16, 2026) — Aspen Valley Health (AVH) has launched a new Epic Connect partnership that could help reshape how independent rural hospitals access advanced healthcare technology while maintaining local governance. Through Epic’s Community...
Salida, Colorado – Construction for the South Ark Neighborhood infrastructure project is officially underway, marking a major step toward expanding workforce housing opportunities and critical infrastructure in the community. Site preparation and construction of...
