Buena Vista School Board Member Resigns After Seven Years
After seven years of service on the Buena Vista School Board, Brett Mitchell announced his resignation Monday evening. In his resignation statement, Mitchell said he believes schools should remain free from politics and expressed concern that the school board was...
Chaffee County Moves to Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
Andy Rohrich has moved Chaffee County into Stage 2 Fire Restrictions due to elevated wildfire danger. The restrictions also apply within the municipalities of Buena Vista, Poncha Springs, and Salida. Under Stage 2 Restrictions: No open fires may be built, maintained,...
Weather Forecast for June 24th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Typical summer thunderstorms are expected across the area this afternoon and evening. Fire weather conditions can also be expected. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 91. A low of...
Robert A Backofen February 16, 1946 ~ June 16, 2026
Robert Backofen Obituary Robert Backofen February 16, 1946 – June 16, 2026 Robert Backofen passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on February 16, 1946, in Rockville, Connecticut, Robert grew up with a strong sense...
Flow Report for Tuesday, June 23
Here’s your flow report for Tuesday, June 23. The Arkansas River is running low, making for fun and technical rapids throughout the valley. Current river flows: Pine Creek / Numbers: 197 cubic feet per second Browns Canyon: 264 CFS Royal Gorge: 273 CFS Looking ahead,...
Plant Sale Benefiting Brew & Bloom
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Free Lifeguard Certification Program Offered in Salida
The Salida is offering a Lifeguard Certification Program during the month of July for individuals interested in employment at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center. The opportunity is open to students seeking their first job as well as adults looking for part-time...
Free Pet Microchips and ID Tags Available This Week
The Ark Valley Humane Society is offering free microchip and pet identification tag services throughout the week at its shelter located at Ark Valley Humane Society Shelter, 701 Gregg Drive. The program runs Monday through Sunday and includes free microchip...
County Seeking Applicants for Common Ground Advisory Committee
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is accepting letters of interest from residents interested in serving on the Chaffee County Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee. Three positions are currently available, including one regular member position and two...
City of Salida Seeking Volunteers for Boards and Commissions
The Salida is looking for residents of Salida and Chaffee County who are interested in serving on city boards and commissions. Upcoming vacancies are available on the Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Board, the Sustainability Committee, the Tree Board, and...
Last Recommended Day to Mail Primary Election Ballots
Today is the last recommended day for Colorado voters to mail back their primary election ballots. Voters are selecting the candidates they would like to nominate for a variety of county, state, and federal offices that will appear on the general election ballot....
Buena Vista School Board Meets Tonight
The Buena Vista School Board will hold a regular meeting tonight beginning at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will begin with the administration of the Oath of Office to newly appointed board member Joseph Teipel. Following the swearing-in ceremony, board members will hear...
