HRRMC Foundation Offers Nursing and EMT Scholarships for Fall 2025
The Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications from students pursuing careers in nursing or emergency medical services. The scholarships are open to certified EMTs, paramedics, CNAs, or CMAs living in or...
First Click It or Ticket enforcement period of the year begins today
Enforcement includes expanded seat belt law STATEWIDE — From April 7 to 13, the Colorado Department of Transportation will support Colorado State Patrol and 38 local law enforcement agencies throughout Colorado for the first seat belt enforcement period of 2025....
Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold Launches Campaign for Attorney General
Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswold has officially announced her candidacy for Colorado Attorney General. Current Attorney General Phil Weiser is stepping down to run for governor. In her statement, Griswold said she intends to “stand up to Donald Trump,” defend...
Brush Fire in Fremont County Contained After Burning 11 Acres
Fire crews successfully contained an 11-acre brush fire in northwest Fremont County yesterday. The fire was reported at 4:30 p.m. off County Road 21 in the Tallahassee area. The Fremont County Sheriff’s Office and Canon City Fire Protection District responded quickly,...
Blasting Along Arkansas River May Cause Delays Near Browns Canyon
Recreational users of the Arkansas River between Fisherman’s Bridge and Ruby Mountain Campground should prepare for potential delays today due to blasting and heavy scaling work. The project is part of the road widening efforts at the entrance of Browns Canyon...
Fairplay Man Arrested Near Buena Vista for Suspected Drug Trafficking and DUI
A routine traffic stop on Highway 24 near Buena Vista led to the arrest of a 20-year-old Fairplay man on multiple drug charges. According to the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Ryland Geske pulled over a vehicle driven by Clarence Armando Home Gun this past...
Salida and Buena Vista Baseball split 1-1 in the Chaffee County Showdown.
Buena Vista took game one in walk off fashion from the Spartans 8-7 in the 7th. The Spartans, down 7-2 at one point, rallied to tie the game in the top of the 7th. Oakley Robison walked off Salida with a base hit to center field and take game one from Salida 8-7. The...
Salida Mountain Trails to Host Benefit Concert with Roundhouse Assembly
Salida Mountain Trails (SMT) is hosting a one-night-only concert and psychedelic light show featuring local legends, Roundhouse Assembly! Event proceeds will benefit SMT and the nonprofit’s mission to create and maintain trails, steward public lands, and promote a...
Salida Theater Project Announces Auditions for “Still Alice” Staged Reading
The Salida Theater Project is holding auditions for its next project, a staged reading of Still Alice, tonight from 5 to 7 p.m. and tomorrow from noon to 2 p.m. at A Church, located at 419 D Street in Salida. Actors ages 20 to 60 are encouraged to audition....
Spring Pet Adoption Event Lets You Name Your Price at Ark Valley Humane Society
Ark Valley Humane Society presents a Spring Fever Adoption Promotion, sponsored by Full Circle Real Estate Group, to help homeless pets find their forever homes. The adoption event runs from April 7 through April 20, allowing adopters to “name their price” for...
Salida Chamber Golf Scramble Returns May 9 at Salida Golf Club
The Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce is looking for teams to compete in the Chamber Golf Scramble on May 9 at the Salida Golf Club. The cost is $200 per four-person co-ed team and includes nine holes of golf, food, and a starter kit. Golf carts are available...
Kira Jones Named Fire Chief of Chaffee County Fire Protection District
The Chaffee County Fire Protection District board of directors has named Kira Jones as their new fire chief. Jones has been serving as interim chief for the past six months. More information about the district can be found at chaffeecountyfire.org.
