Colorado Drought Conditions Worsen as Nearly Entire State Falls Into Drought
Colorado's drought conditions worsened this week, with new data showing that nearly the entire state is now experiencing some level of drought. According to figures released yesterday, approximately 95 percent of Colorado is currently in drought conditions, an...
Buena Vista Reinstates Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
The Buena Vista has joined Chaffee County in reinstating Stage 1 Fire Restrictions due to increasing fire danger and dry conditions. Town officials are urging residents and visitors to exercise extreme caution with any activity that could ignite a wildfire, including...
Weather Forecast for June 12th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Hot and windy conditions will once again bring high fire danger to the area through Saturday. Winds will be gusting as high as 40 mph. A Red Flag Fire Warning has been issued. Salida and...
Columbine Gem and Mineral Society Meeting Tonight in Salida
The Columbine Gem and Mineral Society will hold its monthly meeting tonight at Mount Shavano Manor beginning at 6 p.m. Guest speaker Cindy Williams will discuss the geologic events that shaped many of the region’s most recognizable landmarks, including the Chalk...
Salida Creative Mixer and Community Art Show Set for Tonight
The Salida Council for the Arts will host its Creative Mixer tonight from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the SteamPlant Event Center. The event will feature a community art show in the Paquette Gallery showcasing works inspired by FIBArk and the Arkansas River lifestyle. Live...
Chaffee County Patriots to Host Town Hall on the Second Amendment
The Chaffee County Patriots will hold its monthly Town Hall meeting tonight beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Hall in Buena Vista. The topic of discussion for this month's meeting will be the Second Amendment. Jake Farber is scheduled to give the evening's...
Applications Open for New Affordable Housing Development in Saguache
The Saguache County Housing Authority is now accepting applications for the Range View Apartments, a new 32-unit affordable housing development in Saguache. The development will offer one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment units and is designed to serve residents...
Construction Underway on Phase 1 of New Salida Bike Park
Salida Mountain Trails and the City of Salida have begun Phase 1 construction of the new Salida Bike Park. The project will completely redesign the existing bike park with improvements aimed at enhancing trail flow, rider progression, and the overall experience for...
Colorado Primary Election Ballots Arriving in Mailboxes
Ballots for Colorado’s upcoming primary election should now be arriving in voters' mailboxes across the state. Voters will select their preferred candidates for a variety of county, state, and federal offices that will appear on the general election ballot later this...
Chaffee County Seeking Applicants for Citizens Advisory Committee
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is accepting letters of interest from residents interested in serving on the Chaffee County Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee. The county is looking to fill three positions on the committee, including one regular...
Weather Forecast for June 11th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Warm and windy conditions can be expected again today. Winds will be gusting as high as 40 mph. Red Flag Fire Warnings are in place. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 85. A...
CPW Reminds Hikers to Watch for Rattlesnakes on Colorado Trails
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reminding outdoor enthusiasts that rattlesnakes are emerging from hibernation as temperatures continue to warm across the state. Wildlife officials say rattlesnakes are often found sunning themselves on trails and other open areas,...
