Forecast for August 6th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Critical fire weather conditions continue. A Red Flag Fire Warning is in effect due to gusty winds, dry fuels and low relative humidity. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 97. A low of...
Fire in Villa Grove Yesterday
A fire yesterday in Villa Grove burned Always Azul Pottery and nearby buildings. No injuries are reported. Initial reports indicated there was insufficient local water sources to initially fight the fire. Pictures from the scene posted on Facebook would indicate the...
Jazz Week Continues in Salida
Jazz Week continues in Salida. Tonight Blue Recluse plays the free Riverside Live concert in Riverside Park starting at 6:30pm. Tomorrow night is Jazzy First Friday at downtown art galleries. The Salida Jazz Fest happens all day Saturday with concessions at...
BV Concert in the Park tonight
The group Pearl Essence plays the free Concert in the Park tonight in McPhelemy Park in Buena Vista.
Alberto Juan Rodriguez Sr. April 17th, 1953 – July 28, 2026
With heavy hearts we sadly share that Alberto Juan Rodriguez Sr, age 73, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026 at his home in Leadville, Colorado. He was born on April 17, 1953 in Mission, Texas to Elidia Martinez Rodriguez and Ricardo Rodriguez. Beto (AL) served...
Red Flag Fire Warning Continues
A Red Flag Fire Warning is in effect due to gusty winds, dry fuels and low relative humidity. Fires will catch and spread quickly. Exercise extreme caution with anything that could start a fire. Chaffee County remains in State 2 Fire...
Welcome Tanner Jay Muller
Tanner Jay Muller was born at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s Family Birthing Center in Salida on July 14, 2026 at 4:19 p.m. He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces and measured 19 inches long.Tanner’s parents are Sarah and CJ Muller of Poncha Springs....
Justin Sam Cribari, May 21, 1982 ~ July 31, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Justin Sam Cribari (44 years old). He passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Parkview Hospital, Pueblo, Colorado on July 31, 2026. Justin was born in Salida, Colorado on May...
Boil Water Advisory for Monarch Mountain Lodge
The Colorado Department of Health (CDPHE) issued a boil water advisory for people at the Monarch Mountain Lodge including for residents in the Town of Garfield yesterday. In a new release, the Department of Health said they were aware of several pressure loss events...
Wildfire Survey for Fremont County Citizens
Fremont County citizens are being asked to take a Wildfire Survey to provide your perspectives and concerns about wildfire preparedness. The survey takes about 10 minutes to complete and is open until August 28th. The survey identifies perceptions about forest health...
BV Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show Today through Sunday
The Buena Vista Contin-Tail Gem, Mineral and Fossil Show runs today through Sunday at the Buena Vista Rodeo Grounds. The show features about 100 vendors showcasing gems, minerals, fossils, lapidary art, jewelry and more, plus gold panning, children’s dig pit and...
Buena Vista Band Booster Pool Party Fund Raiser Tonight
Buena Vista Band Booster’s (BVBB) annual Community Pool Party fundraiser is tonight from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort’s infinity pool. Cost is $10 and includes access to water slides, a silent auction, 50/50 raffle and live music. Buena...
