Cottonwood dam upgrade could begin this year
At the February meeting of the Upper Arkansas Water Conservancy District board of directors, District Engineer Chris Manera reported that the he has prepared a bid package for the Cottonwood Dam project. Time has taken a toll on the 1950s-era dam, and concrete at the...
Central Colorado Writers Accepting Entries for Youth Writing Contest
Central Colorado Writers are now accepting submissions for the 5th annual Youth Writing Contest, with entries open through March 2. This year’s theme is “Secrets.” The contest features two age divisions: a Junior Division for ages 10 to 13 and a Senior...
Free Tax Preparation Assistance Available in Salida and Buena Vista
The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is continuing to offer free income tax return preparation services to eligible residents. Appointments are required for assistance in both Salida and Buena Vista. Salida residents can schedule an appointment by...
Chaffee County Democrats to Hold Caucus and Assembly March 7
The Chaffee County Democratic Party will hold its County Caucus followed by the County Assembly on March 7 at Salida Middle School. During these meetings, registered Democrats will elect local party leaders, select delegates, and vote on which candidates will appear...
Chaffee County Republicans Announce Caucus and Assembly Dates
The Chaffee County Republican Party has announced the dates for its upcoming County Caucus and Assembly. The Republican Caucus will be held on March 7 at Darren Patterson Christian Academy in Buena Vista. The County Assembly is scheduled...
Cañon City Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Joshua Monahan
The Cañon City Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Joshua Monahan, 40, who is wanted on multiple active warrants. Monahan is described as a white male, 5 feet 7 inches tall and approximately 160 pounds, with brown hair and brown...
Avalanche Warning Issued for Much of Colorado Following Recent Storm
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center has issued an Avalanche Warning for much of the state following the latest round of snowfall. Forecasters say this past week’s storm delivered strong winds and several feet of snow on top of an unusually shallow and weak...
Colorado Snowpack Improves Slightly, But Remains at Record Lows
Colorado’s snowpack remains at historically low levels, but recent storms are helping the state make up some ground. A spring-like snow pattern over the past week has boosted the statewide snowpack from 52 percent of median to 58 percent of median....
Weather Forecast for February 19th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Look for mostly sunny skies and breezy conditions today. Winds will be gusting to 35 mph. Another round of snow is expected across the higher terrain tomorrow. Salida and Buena Vista...
Salida Spartans Beat Florence 71-60
Eli Schwarz scores 37 points and the Spartans make 15 3's to beat the Florence Huskies 71-60. The Spartans end a 4 game losing streak and improve to 8-12 overall and 5-7 in the Tri-Peaks League. Check out highlights from tonight's game sponsored by Salida Ace Hardware...
Salida Girls Basketball Defeats Florence 60-13
The Salida Girls start hot from the tip and beat the Florence Huskies 60-13. The Salida Girls improve to 16-3 overall and 12-0 in Tri-Peaks League. Next up is the Chaffee County Showdown on Friday in Buena Vista. Check out highlights from tonight's game sponsored by...
Buena Vista Boys Basketball Falls To Manitou 60-33
The Buena Vista Demons fall to 4-8 in league play after their loss to the Manitou Mustangs 60-33. The boys are back in action on Friday at 7:00p.m. against the Salida Spartans for the Chaffee County Showdown. Listen to the game highlights from Buena Vista Ace Hardware...
