A small fire was reported yesterday in Kerr Gulch between Howard and Cotopaxi. The Hamilton Fire is listed at a quarter acre. The U.S. Forest Service has taken control of the fire. Containment of the Aspen Acres Fire has grown to 48%. ...
NEWS
Forecast for July 17
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Another round of scattered to numerous thunderstorms can be expected today, with local heavy rainfall possible. A slight chance of showers can be expected over the weekend. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high...
Janie Williams Qualifies as Unaffiliated Candidate
Janie Williams, an Unaffiliated candidate for Chaffee County Assessor has submitted a sufficient number of valid signatures to qualify for placement on the 2026 General Election ballot. A record of all accepted and rejected signatures is on file at the Chaffee County...
County Conducts School Supply Drive
The Chaffee County Department of Human Services is conducting a school supplies drive, asking you to donate supplies or money to help families obtain supplies before school starts. Supplies can be dropped off at Walmart, Arkansas Valley Christian Mission in...
Wildfire Update, Lawsuit Filed
The Aspen Acres Fire is 36% contained and has grown to 100,000 acres. Four people have filed a civil lawsuit against the San Isabel Electric Association, claiming the company is allegedly responsible for the Aspen Acres Fire and the damage it caused. All four people...
Funding Approved for Type 6 Wildland Fire Engine
In response to severe fire danger, prolonged drought conditions, and increasing demand on wildfire resources throughout Colorado, the South Arkansas Fire Protection District Board of Directors has approved funding to staff a Type 6 wildland fire engine during periods...
