Universal Preschool Colorado Program Opens Enrollment
January 28th, 2026 – Chaffee County, CO – The Universal Preschool Colorado Program is now open for enrollment, offering 15 hours a week of high-quality, affordable preschool. This state-funded initiative is intended to prepare children for kindergarten while allowing...
Nationwide Anti-ICE Protests Scheduled for Today & Saturday
A nationwide day of action known as the National Shutdown is being observed today, as participants across the country pause work, school, and nonessential spending to protest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and current federal immigration policies. The effort...
Weather Forecast for January 30th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Look for a mostly sunny and mild weekend. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 47. A low of 19. (53) The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 41, a low of 15. ...
Salida Recreation Hosts Adult Drop-In Volleyball and Basketball
Salida Recreation is offering adult coed drop-in volleyball tonight from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Salida Middle School gym. The program is open to participants ages 16 and older, with a $6 drop-in fee. In addition, adult drop-in basketball is scheduled for tomorrow...
WinterFest Brings Ski Films, Music, and Community to Buena Vista Tonight
The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) and Buena Vista Mountain Adventures will host WinterFest tonight, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Lariat on East Main Street in Buena Vista. The event features an evening of ski films, live music, and a silent...
Monarch Mountain Opens No Name Basin, Expanding Lift-Served Terrain
Monarch Mountain opened its long-anticipated No Name Basin today, significantly expanding the ski area’s lift-served terrain. The opening adds 377 acres and 12 new runs to Monarch’s offerings, giving skiers and riders access to expansive views and a variety of new...
Central Colorado Humanists Open Applications for 2026 Education Scholarships
Central Colorado Humanists are now accepting applications for their 2026 Education Scholarships, offering financial support to students pursuing post-secondary education. This year, the organization is partnering with the Chaffee County Community Foundation and...
City of Salida Seeks Volunteers for Advisory Commissions
The City of Salida is seeking volunteers to serve on two advisory commissions: the Historic Preservation Commission and the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission. Residents interested in applying may submit their applications by email to the City Clerk...
Colorado Population Surpasses 6 Million, Renewing Focus on Growth Challenges
New estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau show that Colorado’s population has surpassed 6 million residents, marking a year-over-year increase of 0.92 percent. Governor Jared Polis welcomed the milestone, pointing to the state’s continued appeal. “The secret is out,...
Colorado Snowpack Remains at Record Lows Despite Recent Winter Storm
Despite a winter storm last weekend that delivered a foot or more of snow to parts of Colorado’s high country, statewide snowpack levels remain at record lows, and forecasters say the medium-term outlook offers little immediate relief. The recent storm provided a...
Weather Forecast for January 29th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Light snow will remain possible over the mountains today, with little to no impact expected. Otherwise, expect mostly sunny skies along with mild and breezy conditions. Winds will be out of the...
Sierra Storey Obituary
Sierra Lorene Storey Obituary Sierra Lorene Storey, age 32, died in Aurora, Colorado. She was born in Leadville, Colorado on March 27th, 1993 to Annette and Jeffery Nichols. She is preceded in death by her brother, Bretton Storey. She is survived by her parents;...
