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.
Articles by Terry West
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.
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.
Drive-Up Teller Drawer Severely Damaged at High Country Bank’s Highway 50 Location
The drive-up teller drawer at the Highway 50 High Country Bank location in Salida was recently severely damaged, resulting in the total closure of that lane.
Winter Travel Alert: Persistent stormy weather will make travel difficult to impossible at higher elevations
Skiers, backcountry users and spring break travelers are urged to “know before you go”.
Pet of the Week: Lilly
Meet the Ark-Valley Humane Society Pet of the Week: Lilly! She is a beautiful 6-year-old female Hound mix who was brought to the shelter to find a new home. Please share this post and help Lilly find her new home!
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PET PATROL: Charlie is Missing!
The Pet Patrol, powered by Chili Heads, needs your help! Charlie the big, brown Mastiff is missing!
Salida Police Department’s K-9 Sarge Assists in Two Interagency Drug Arrests
Salida Police Department’s K-9 Sarge Assisted in drug arrests in Salida and Buena Vista.
Sunday, February 26th Weather
Snow showers are likely today with winds that could gust up to 50 mph at times. Snow will taper off tonight leaving us with a sunny but breezy Monday.
