Four Homes Had to be Evacuated During Wildfire on Airport Road [UPDATE]
The Chaffee County Fire District reports that a lawnmower caught some brush and weeds on fire near county road 140 just outside of Salida at about 12:30 this afternoon.
Articles by Terry West
Pet of the Week: Huck
Meet Huck! He’s the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! Huck is a very special dog who needs a special home.
The ‘Good Pet/Bad Portrait’ Fundraiser is Back!
The Ark-Valley Humane Society is hosting their 4th annual Good Pet/Bad Portrait Fundraiser!
The Most Eggcellent 5k and Easter Egg hunt is April 8th in Buena Vista
The Most Eggcellent of excellent 5Ks, an 80s themed 5k and Easter Egg hunt, is set for Saturday, April 8th, in Buena Vista.
Nathrop Man Suffers Minor Injuries in Mountain Lion Attack
A man sitting in an in-ground hot tub was clawed in the head by a mountain lion on Saturday night, Mar. 18th, prompting Colorado Parks and Wildlife to launch a search for the animal.
Shacklett Memorial Services Planned for March 25th
Friends and family of Mohan and Buck Shacklett have planned a memorial service on March 25, 2023 from 1 to 4 pm in the Auditorium at Salida High School.
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The Alliance’s 38th Annual ‘Chocolate Lover’s Fantasy’ Event Is April 13th
The 38th annual Chocolate Lover’s Fantasy, a benefit for The Alliance, is Thursday, April 13th, at Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort. Tickets are on sale now.
Pet of the Week: Emma
Meet Emma! She’s the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! Emma is a 3-year-old female Boxer mix who is dog friendly! She is an adorable gal full of energy and love. Emma enjoys going on walks with our volunteers!
San Luis Valley completes Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
The San Luis Valley Region and its six participating counties–Alamosa, Conejos, Costilla, Mineral, Rio Grande, and Saguache–are in the final stages of updating their Hazard Mitigation Plans.
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Monarch Mountain Is Extending Its Season
After the most recent storm cycle, Monarch Mountain has announced it is extending its ski season for an additional week.
Scattered Snow Showers Remain Possible Today [Sunday, Mar. 12th Weather]
Expect scattered snow showers today. Little to no accumulation is expected in the valleys with up to a foot possible in the mountains. Snow will taper off overnight.
Winter Weather Advisory [Saturday, Mar. 11th Weather]
A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect through tonight. Winds could gust up to 30 mph in the mountains with over a foot of new snow possible.
