Race for Salida Mayor Heats Up
There are now two official candidates in the race to become Salida’s next Mayor. Justin Critelli, current City Council member and former Mayor Pro-tem, has announced his candidacy. With eight years of council experience, Critelli says his campaign will focus on:...
Chaffee County Commissioners Meet Today
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting today with a full agenda. Key items expected to be addressed include: Termination of Appointment: A resolution is expected to be approved removing Salty Riggs from the Chaffee Housing Authority...
Tuesday August 5th Weather Forecast
Near record temperatures are possible across the area through the end of the week. Elevated fire danger can be expected. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Fire Warning for today due to gusty winds and low humidity. Winds will be gusting up to 30...
Monday August 4th CFS Report
Flows on the Arkansas River are down from yesterday. Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers is running 541 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is at 577 CFS And the Royal Gorge is 648 CFS The El Paso Lasso play a FREE SHOW on The Beach at River Runners this Saturday -...
Places to Age Raises Over $90,000 in Recent Matching Funds Campaign
Places to Age is pleased to announce the success of its recent matching funds campaign. Launched in May, this campaign had the goal of raising $35,000 to unlock an additional $35,000 in matching funds, for a total of $70,000. The campaign exceeded expectations —...
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...
