Measles Exposure Reported in Chaffee County
Chaffee County Public Health has confirmed a case of measles in an out-of-state visitor who was in the area recently. Health officials are notifying the public of a potential exposure site: Location: Monarch at the Crest gift shop Date/Time: Friday, July 25th between...
Tragic Paddleboarding Accident at Eleven Mile State Park Claims Life of Man and Dog
A paddleboarding outing turned deadly Friday evening at Eleven Mile State Park after a sudden wind storm swept through the area, throwing three people and a dog into the water. According to Colorado Parks and Wildlife, the incident occurred Friday afternoon. Two...
Wildfire Smoke and Multiple Fires Impacting Colorado and the Western U.S.
Smoke from wildfires burning in Utah, Arizona, and California is expected to drift into Colorado this week, creating hazy skies and potential air quality issues across the region. While the largest fires are out of state, several active fires are burning in Colorado:...
Monday August 4th Weather Forecast
Drier, hotter conditions take over this week as the chances for showers and thunderstorms decrease. Smoke from the wildfires to our west will also make its way into our area this week. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 91 with a low of...
Sunday, August 3rd Weather Forecast
Here's your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio-- Isolated afternoon and evening thunderstorms are expected across the region today. In Salida & Buena Vista, we will see Sunny skies, with a high near 87. Winds will stay around 10 mph. Tonight, will see a low...
Saturday, August 2nd Weather Forecast
Here's your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio-- We will see a chance of showers and thunderstorms this afternoon between noon and 5pm across the region. In Salida & Buena Vista:We will see Sunshine today, with a high near 85. Areas of smoke will be visible...
Friday August 1st CFS Report
Pine Creek / Numbers is running 576 Cubic Feet Per Second,Browns Canyon is at 641 CFS,And the Royal Gorge is at 770. River on the River is tomorrow at the Beach! Doors at 2pm, shows from 4 until 1130. Go to Beachvenue.com to get your tickets! Raft now through...
Salida Election Packets Available Starting August 5 for 2025 Municipal Race
The City of Salida will release candidate election packets for the upcoming 2025 municipal election starting Tuesday, August 5. This election year, voters will choose: One City Council member from each ward A new Mayor, as Mayor Dan Shore has announced he will not...
CDOT Launches DUI Enforcement Ahead of Sturgis Rally Traffic Surge
As half a million motorcyclists gear up for the annual Sturgis Rally this weekend in South Dakota, many will travel through Colorado—prompting a safety reminder and enforcement effort from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT). CDOT is urging all riders to...
CDOT to Reduce Speed Limit on CO Highway 16 for Safety Improvements
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced a speed limit reduction on CO Highway 16 (Mesa Ridge Parkway) in Fountain. Beginning August 4, the speed limit will drop from 55 MPH to 45 MPH along the stretch from Interstate 25 (Mile Point 0) to the...
Friday August 1st Weather Forecast
Sun returns for the weekend, but there will be chances of afternoon thunderstorms Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 85 with a low of 51. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 80, a low of 48. Leadville and Fairplay look for a high of 69 with a low of...
Heart of the Rockies Radio Group Enters Agreement with River Rat Radio
Heart of the Rockies Radio Group has entered into an agreement with River Rat Radio to manage and program 93.7 FM beginning today. River Rat Radio will now be operated under the Heart of the Rockies Radio Group umbrella. Gary Buchanan COO and President of Heart of the...
