Rockvale Shooting Leaves One Dead, Investigation Underway
A deadly shooting rocked the small community of Rockvale over the weekend. Deputies with the Fremont County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call along Twin Pines Avenue, just a few blocks south of Rockvale Town Hall, where they discovered a man deceased at the scene....
Weather Forecast for December 1st
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Snow is coming to an end today. The next storm system will move across our area Wednesday, bringing another 4-6 inches of new snow to the mountains. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 35. A low of...
Weather Forecast for Sunday, November 30th
Here's your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio: In Salida & Buena Vista: A 30 percent chance of snow showers after 11am. Partly sunny, with a high near 45. Then back down to an overnight low near 18. In The San Luis Valley: A slight chance of snow showers...
Buena Vista Falls Short to Limon in the 1A State Championship Game
The Demons fall short on the 1A State Championship to the Limon Badgers 14-10. The Demons conclude the season at 12-1 with a tough loss today. Check out highlights from today's game sponsored by Buena Vista Ace Hardware here....
Weather Forecast for Saturday, November 29th
Impactful cold weather is expected today through Monday, as the coldest temperatures of the season so far will be moving into the region. In Salida & Buena Vista, Sunny skies are expected, with a high near 45. Winds around 15 mph. Then back down to a low around 18...
Chaffee County Sergeant Honored With National “Hit of the Month” Award
Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant William Plackner has been recognized with the national “Hit of the Month”award from Stop Stick, a distinction given to just one law enforcement officer in the country each month for the successful use of a Stop Stick...
Christmas Tree Cutting Permits Now Available on Public Lands
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the U.S. Forest Service are now issuing permits for those who want to cut their own Christmas tree this holiday season. Trees may only be harvested from designated areas on public lands, so officials urge residents to pick up a...
Chaffee County Winter Farmers Market Returns Tomorrow
The Chaffee County Winter Farmers Market will be held tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds. This seasonal market will feature more than 35 vendors offering fresh produce, baked goods, handmade gifts, and a variety of locally...
Colorado State Parks Offer Free Admission for “Fresh Air Friday” today
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is inviting residents to opt outside this Black Friday with its annual “Fresh Air Friday”event, offering free admission to all Colorado State Parks today. The initiative encourages Coloradans to swap crowded stores for the great...
Salida’s Parade of Lights Set to Illuminate F Street Tonight
Salida’s annual Parade of Lights will brighten downtown tonight, stepping off along F Street at 6 p.m. This year’s theme, “Who Let the Elves Out,” will be led by Grand Marshall Karin Naccarato and promises a festive evening packed with holiday cheer. The...
Low-Altitude Wildlife Survey Flights to Begin Next Week in Southern Colorado
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) will launch a series of low-altitude helicopter flights next week to assess the health and size of big game herds across southern Colorado. The aerial surveys will span a wide region, from Trinidad north to Leadville, as biologists...
Colorado Law Enforcement Launches “Heat Is On” DUI Crackdown for Thanksgiving Weekend
Colorado drivers can expect to see an increased police presence on the roads this Thanksgiving weekend as the Colorado State Patrol partners with local law enforcement agencies for the annual Heat Is On DUI enforcement period. Throughout the holiday,...
