New Arrival: Wyatt Rhys McNease
SALIDA, Colo.— Wyatt Rhys McNease was born at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’sFamily Birthing Center in Salida on January 25, 2026 at 8:37 p.m. He weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces andmeasured 19.5 inches long.Wyatt’s parents are Tyler and Michelle McNease of...
Buena Vista Chamber to Host Community Coffee Tomorrow
The Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce will host its Community Coffee tomorrow from 8 to 9 a.m. at the Buena Vista Community Center. The Community Coffee is free and open to the public, offering an opportunity for residents, business owners, and community members to...
Salida Community Center to Hold Monthly Food Distribution Tomorrow
The Salida Community Center will host its monthly food distribution tomorrow beginning at 10 a.m. The distribution will be a drive-through event, and participants are asked to remain in their vehicles while food is brought to them. No paperwork is required. Attendees...
Deadline Today for Upper Arkansas Valley Students to Apply for National Civics Bee
Middle school students in the Upper Arkansas Valley are invited to apply for the National Civics Bee, a nonpartisan academic competition focused on civic knowledge and engagement. The local competition is organized by the League of Women Voters in partnership with the...
Central Colorado Humanists Open Applications for 2026 Education Scholarships
Central Colorado Humanists are now accepting applications for their 2026 Education Scholarships. This year, the organization is partnering with the Chaffee County Community Foundation, using the foundation’s scholarship platform to streamline and simplify the...
Free Tax Preparation Assistance Available Through IRS VITA Program
The IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program will begin offering free income tax return preparation services on February 7. Assistance will be available to eligible taxpayers in both Salida and Buena Vista, though appointments are required. Residents seeking...
Pettersen Staff to Hold Office Hours in Chaffee County; “Know Your Rights” Webinar Set Amid National ICE Controversy
U.S. Representative Brittany Pettersen’s office announced that her staff will hold constituent office hours in Chaffee County tomorrow. The specific location will be provided to those who register in advance at Pettersen’s official website, Pettersen.house.gov. Staff...
Salida City Council to Meet Tonight
The Salida City Council will hold a regular meeting tonight, beginning at 6 p.m. Among the items on the consent agenda, council members will conduct a first reading of an ordinance addressing short-term rental business licenses and set a date for a public hearing on...
Weather Forecast on February 3rd
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- A mostly sunny, mild and breezy day can be expected. Winds will be gusting out of the northwest at 30 mph. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 51. A low of 19. (47)...
Buena Vista Boys Basketball Defeats Lake County 02-02-2026
The Buena Vista Demons keep their momentum going after their win at Ball Arena with a win over the Lake County Panthers. 55-37. Listen below to the highlights from tonight's game brought to you by Buena Vista Ace Hardware....
Middle School Students Invited to Apply for National Civics Bee
Middle school students from public, private, charter, and home schools across the Upper Arkansas Valley are invited to apply for the National Civics Bee, a nonpartisan competition organized locally by the League of Women Voters and the Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce....
City of Salida Seeking Volunteers for Advisory Commissions
The City of Salida is seeking community members interested in volunteering to serve on the Historic Preservation Commission and the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission. Those interested are encouraged to submit an application by February 9. Applications may be...
