Chaffee County Commissioners to Consider School District Agreement and Library Board Appointment
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is meeting today at the Chaffee County Safety Complex. Among the items on the agenda, commissioners will consider a memorandum of understanding with the Salida School District regarding a proposed real estate transaction....
Red Flag Fire Warning in Effect Across the Region
A Red Flag Fire Warning remains in effect as a combination of warm temperatures, low humidity, and gusty winds creates extremely dangerous fire conditions. Fire officials warn that any fire that starts could spread rapidly and become difficult to control. Extreme fire...
Weather Forecast for June 16th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Fire weather conditions can be expected today due to low humidity and gusty winds. More widespread fire weather conditions will be possible for the second half of the week. Salida and Buena...
Flow Report for Tuesday, June 16
here’s your flow report for Tuesday, June 16. The Arkansas River has dropped slightly and continues to offer fun and technical rapids for boaters and paddlers. Current river flows: Pine Creek / Numbers: 261 cubic feet per second Browns Canyon: 335 CFS Royal Gorge: 466...
Salida High School Track to Close for Resurfacing Project
The Salida School District has announced that the Salida High School Track and Field will be closed from June 15 through June 30 for a scheduled resurfacing project. During the closure, both the track and turf field will be unavailable for athletic practices and all...
BV Trishaw Program is Up and Rolling!
Buena Vista, CO – Feel the sun on your face and the wind in your hair as Chaffee County Public Health (CCPH) launches its much-anticipated Trishaw Program in Buena Vista. After several years of building the program and training dedicated volunteer pilots, CCPH is...
Robert John “Bob” Goos May 27, 1949 ~ May 28, 2026
[Bob was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend to so many during his 77 years. He will be greatly missed by so many of us. He was a Colorado native, born in Denver and raised in Wheat Ridge by his parents Louis and Kathryn Goos. Bob...
Great Colorado vs. Texas Tomato War Returns to Buena Vista in August
The fifth annual Great Colorado vs. Texas Tomato War will return to Buena Vista on Saturday, August 29. Organized by the Buena Vista Optimist Club, the event pits teams representing Colorado and Texas against one another in a friendly battle using tons of well-ripened...
July 4th Parade Entries Now Open Across the Arkansas Valley
Organizers are now accepting entries for several Independence Day parades taking place throughout the Arkansas Valley. In Buena Vista, businesses, nonprofits, clubs, and community groups are invited to participate in the annual Fourth of July Parade. Entry forms are...
New SteamPlant Fee Assistance Program to Support Local Arts Organizations
The Salida and the Chaffee County Community Foundation have launched the SteamPlant Fee Assistance Program, a new initiative aimed at helping local arts and cultural organizations access the SteamPlant Event Center for performances, exhibits, and community events. The...
Salida City Council to Discuss Downtown Property and Noise Ordinance Tonight
The Salida City Council will conduct a work session tonight beginning at 6 p.m. During the session, council members will discuss next steps for the 1st and D Street property and receive an overview of the city's Arts, Parks, Recreation and Culture Department. The work...
Chaffee County Commissioners Hold Work Session Today
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners are holding a work session today to discuss a variety of county matters. During the session, commissioners will meet as the county's Landfill, Human Services, and Public Health committees to receive updates and discuss issues...
