Over 1,000 Join Nationwide “Hands Off” Protest in Salida, Rallying to Protect Public Services
Protesters gathered at Riverside Park in Salida on Saturday as part of a nationwide “Hands Off” rally, calling for President Donald Trump and Elon Musk to protect essential services such as public education, Social Security, and veterans’ healthcare. Organizers claim...
A-Church Upcoming Events in April
Live music, live theater, open mic and so much more, including: Kat McQuillen presents Kent Burnside & his band with Special Guests Jessica Holloway! A Fundraiser, proceeds will go to CCCF earmarked for Women's services. AN EVENING OF MISSISSIPPI BLUES (WITH QR...
Sunday, April 6th Weather Forecast
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio--- In the Upper Arkansas will see sunshine, with a high near 57. Winds could get up to 15mph in the afternoon. Tonight, we will see a low around 24. The San Luis Valley will be Sunny, with a high near 53. Winds will...
Saturday, April 5th Weather Forecast
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio--- Snow will continue across the higher terrain and plains Throughout the rest of today. In the Upper Arkansas Valley, there will be a chance of snow showers, mainly before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 46....
Chamber Golf Scramble Accepting Team Entries
The Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce is now accepting team registrations for the Chamber Golf Scramble, happening May 9 at the Salida Golf Club.Entry is $200 per coed four-person team. Sign up now for a fun day of golf and networking. Register here.
Texas Truck Driver Killed in Highway 50 Accident
A 54-year-old truck driver from Texas, Stephen Gomez of Rosharon, died in a one-vehicle crash on Wednesday near Garfield on Highway 50.According to the Colorado State Patrol, Gomez failed to negotiate a right-hand turn and slid down a steep embankment, resulting in...
Weekend Events – Chaffee County Home & Garden Show, Salida Rotary Friday Fish Fry, Ark Valley Indivisible Rally
Chaffee County Home and Garden ShowSaturday from 9 to 5 and Sunday from 10 to 4 at the Chaffee County FairgroundsThe show will feature more than 70 businesses, educational seminars, food trucks, and kids’ activities. Admission is $3, though free tickets are available...
— Winter Travel Alert —
Winter is not over yet! Spring snowstorm to affect the Front Range, southern Colorado this week Motorists urged to plan ahead Statewide - Spring snowstorms are moving across the state this week from southwestern Colorado across the central mountains to...
Ark-Valley Humane Society’s Spring Fever Adoption Promotion Sponsored by Full Circle Real Estate Group
Buena Vista, Colo. - Ark-Valley Humane Society (AVHS) presents a Spring Fever Adoption Promotion sponsored by Full Circle Real Estate Group to help homeless pets find their happily-ever-afters. This adoption promotion will be held at the shelter, located at 701 Gregg...
Colorado’s Hands-Free Law drives 135% increase in distracted driving citations
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month Statewide — Following the start of Colorado’s new distracted driving law, Colorado State Patrol has issued 94 citations to Colorado drivers who were using their cellphones or mobile devices while behind the wheel, more...
Leave impaired driving behind: CDOT urges motorists to drive sober this spring
Spring Events DUI enforcement period begins Thursday Statewide — Spring into safety this spring by choosing a sober ride. From April 3 to 23, the Colorado Department of Transportation will support the Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and 74 local law enforcement...
Chaffee County Community Foundation Offers Impact Grants
The Chaffee County Community Foundation has opened its Impact Grant cycle to support affordable housing and environmental innovation projects. Housing Solutions Grant Up to $12,000 for one project/program enhancing long-term housing in Chaffee County. Open to...
