Tuesday July 29th CFS Report
Flows on the Arkansas River bumped up some from the Voluntary Flow Management Program. Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers is running 571 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is at 636 CFS And the Royal Gorge is 636 Mighty Mystic play a FREE REGGAE SHOW on The Beach at...
BV School Board Hosts School Hall on Proposed Funding Initiatives
The Buena Vista School Board of Education held a School Hall last night to discuss two proposed initiatives aimed at addressing critical district needs: No Tax Increase Bond Extension – to support ongoing capital improvements across the district. Mill Levy Proposal –...
Forest Service Seeks Public Input on Dispersed Camping Management Near Leadville, Buena Vista, and Salida
The U.S. Forest Service is now inviting public comment on a new plan to improve camping management on Forest Service lands near Leadville, Buena Vista, and Salida. The proposed dispersed camping management plan aims to: Enhance recreation by expanding vehicle-based...
ChaffeeResources.com Set for Major Overhaul
Chaffee County Public Health, in partnership with the Chaffee County Community Foundation and local municipalities, has announced a major revitalization of chaffeeresources.com—a vital online tool that connects residents with health and wellness services throughout...
Tuesday July 29th Weather Forecast
Showers and thunderstorms are likely throughout the week. With higher amounts possible on Wednesday and Thursday. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 85. A low of 54. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 80, a low of 51. Leadville and Fairplay look for a...
Monday July 28th CFS Report
Flows on the Arkansas River have leveled off again. Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers is running 521 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is at 588 CFS And the Royal Gorge is 600 CFS Mighty Mystic play a FREE REGGAE SHOW on The Beach at River Runners this Wednesday -...
Legendary Coach Joe Vigil Passes Away
Beloved coach and Alamosa native Joe Vigil passed away last week, leaving behind a profound legacy in the world of track and field and cross-country. Dr. Vigil was the longtime head coach at Adams State, where he led the men's program from 1965 to 1993, guiding the...
The Great Colorado vs. Texas Tomato War Returns!
The 4th renewal of the wildly popular Great Colorado vs. Texas Tomato War is coming back on Saturday, September 20th at The Meadows in Buena Vista! 🗣️ Announced by: Eric Gibb, President of the Buena Vista Optimist Club 🎉 Event Highlights: 🍅 Over 2,000 pounds of...
New Wildfires Spark in Southwest Colorado
Two wildfires broke out over the weekend in La Plata County: 🚨 Elkhorn Fire Reported: Just after 5 p.m. Saturday Size: Estimated at 145 acres Location: ~13 miles north-northeast of Durango Land Impacted: ~90% within San Juan National Forest Containment: 0% 🚨 Rim Road...
Monday July 28th Weather Forecast
Today will be mostly cloudy with an increase of thunderstorm chances throughout the week. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 88 and a low of 59. San Luis Valley have a high of 83 with a low of 53. Leadville and Fairplay will see a high of 73 and a low of...
Sunday, July 27th Weather Forecast
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio— Upper Arkansas Valley: Sunny skies for your Sunday, with a high near 91. Winds reaching up to 10mph in the afternoon, tonight we will see a low near 54. San Luis Valley: Sunshine is in the forecast, with a high...
Saturday, July 26th Weather Forecast
Very hot and dry conditions are expected across our plains and valleys today. Be cautious and avoid activities that could start fires. Salida and Buena Vista Will be Sunny, with a high near 87. Winds will stay around 5 to 15 mph throughout the day. Tonight,...
