Halloween Events in Salida, Buena Vista, and Poncha Springs
Get ready for a fun-filled Halloween in Chaffee County with events happening across Salida, Buena...
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Over 7,300 Ballots Cast in Chaffee County General Election
According to Chaffee County Clerk Lori Mitchell, 7,323 residents have already cast ballots in the ongoing General Election. In-person voting remains open at the Salida Voter Center, located at 235 West 10th Street, available...
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Highlands Lake Fire in Teller County 80% Contained, Restrictions Lifted
The Highlands Lake Fire in Teller County has reached 80% containment, and all restrictions,...
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New Arrival: Avie XianRui Sako
SALIDA, Colo.— Avie XianRui Sako was born at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s Family...
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Mary A. Messamer – September 18, 1928 ~ October 26, 2024
Mary Helen Cline Messamer passed away peacefully in Buena Vista, Colorado on October 26, 2024. She...
Read MoreEl Pomar Foundation approves $87,000 to organizations in the Central Peaks region
Colorado Springs, Colo. — October 30, 2024 — El Pomar Trustees approved $87,000 allocated to eight nonprofit organizations and government entities in the Central Peaks region at the Foundation’s September Trustees meeting....
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Meet Calvin – Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week!
2 year-old Calvin recently arrived from one of Ark-Valley Humane Society’s transfer...
Read MoreSalida Hosts Halloween Festivities with Safety Reminders and DUI Enforcement
Halloween celebrations are underway in Salida with Heart of the Rockies Halloween tomorrow evening in downtown Salida! From 5 to 8 p.m., F Street (from 3rd to 15th Street) will be closed for the festivities, featuring activities...
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Final Voting Details for Chaffee County Ahead of Election Day
Election Day is almost here! In-person voting will continue at the Salida Voter Center (235 West...
Read MoreCottonwood and Independence Passes Closing for Winter 2024-25
Cottonwood Pass is set to close for the winter season this Friday at 6 a.m. The pass, which reaches an elevation of 12,120 feet, connects Chaffee and Gunnison Counties via Chaffee County Road 306 and Gunnison County Road 209....
Read MoreChaffee County Reports Increase in Pertussis Cases: Symptoms, Prevention, and Vaccination
Chaffee County Public Health has reported a recent uptick in pertussis (whooping cough) cases in the area. Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory infection that begins with cold-like symptoms—runny nose, low-grade fever,...
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Indulging in “boos” this Halloweekend? CDOT says to plan a sober ride home
Halloween DUI enforcement period begins Wednesday Statewide — The many consequences of a DUI...
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