Meet Rusty – Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week!
Rusty is almost 7 years-old and is a very loving boy! He will run right up to you and demand pets and snuggles. Rusty has lived with other cats before and has reported to do well. He will need to be an indoor-only cat. Stop by Ark-Valley Humane Society to get cuddles...
New Podcast ‘Water Talks’ Debuts on Heart of the Rockies Radio
A new podcast, Water Talks, is now available on Heartoftherockiesradio.com. Hosted by Joe Stone, a journalist with over 20 years of experience covering Colorado water issues, the first episode features: Greg Felt, the new general manager of the Upper Arkansas Water...
Karen L. Backofen – August 21, 1947 ~ February 27, 2025
Karen Lynn Backofen, 77, of Salida, Colorado, passed away peacefully after a long illness at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Karen lived a life defined by kindness, generosity, and a deep love for her family and community....
Mountainfilm on Tour Comes to Salida’s SteamPlant Tonight
The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) is hosting Mountainfilm on Tour tonight at Salida’s SteamPlant, starting at 5:30 p.m. The event features nine documentaries from Telluride’s Mountainfilm Festival, showcasing adventure, environmental activism, and...
Keep your charm this weekend: St. Patrick’s Day DUI enforcement begins Thursday
Enjoy the holiday responsibly and plan a sober ride home Statewide — Don’t count on luck to get you home safely. Plan a sober ride to and from your destination this weekend. From March 13 to 19, the Colorado Department of Transportation will support the...
Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area Accepting Citizen Task Force Nominations
The Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area (AHRA) is now accepting nominations for its Citizen Task Force, a 16-member panel that advises Colorado Parks and Wildlife on management issues in the Upper Arkansas River Valley. A delegate is needed to represent each of the...
#6 Salida Girls Fall to #3 Denver Christian 50-31
The Lady Spartans were down at halftime but couldn't complete the comeback to advance to the semi-final game. The Lady Spartans fall to the Denver Christian Thunder 50-31 and end their season at 21-5. Check out highlights from today's game sponsored by Salida Ace...
HRRMC Foundation Offering $2,500 Scholarships for Healthcare Students
The Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC) Foundation is now accepting applications for two $2,500 scholarships for current college students pursuing careers in healthcare. The Charles J. Forster Scholarship is open to students who currently live or have...
Salida Mountain Trails Hosts Open House for Community Engagement
Salida Mountain Trails (SMT) is inviting the public to an open house tonight from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Office Bar on 1st Street in downtown Salida. The event provides an opportunity for attendees to meet SMT staff and board members, ask questions, and share...
Artspace Affordable Housing Project in Salida Moves Toward Construction
The City of Salida provided an update on the Artspace affordable housing project, which is progressing toward the construction phase after receiving City Council approval for its conceptual design last summer. The $10 million project, located at 1st and D Streets,...
Buena Vista Airport Board to Host Public Forum on Rule Updates
The Buena Vista Airport Board is inviting the public to provide feedback on proposed updates to the airport’s rules and regulations, as well as minimum standards for commercial aeronautical operations. The public forum will take place March 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m....
Salida and Buena Vista Students Advance to State Destination Imagination Competition
Nine Destination Imagination teams from Salida and Buena Vista competed in Pueblo this past weekend—and all nine teams qualified for the state competition on April 5. Competing against 52 other teams, these students showcased their talents in creative problem-solving,...
