Poncha Springs Trustees to Discuss Water Rates, Parks Committee, and Honor Longtime Residents
The Poncha Springs Board of Trustees will hold their regular meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. with several items on the agenda. Trustees will: Hear a presentation from Mathew Ramos regarding the codification update to the municipal code Discuss the structure and future of...
Buena Vista Trustees to Review 2024 Audit, Airport Project, and Pocket Wave Park Contract Tonight
Buena Vista Trustees to Review 2024 Audit, Airport Project, and Pocket Wave Park Contract Tonight Body:The Buena Vista Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting tonight at 7:00 p.m. to address a range of key municipal items. Trustees will consider: Acceptance or...
New Salida Hospital District Board Members Sworn In; Leadership Elections and Foundation Appointments Follow
Three newly elected members of the Salida Hospital District Board are being officially sworn into office today during the Board's regular meeting. Bill Alderton, Dean Edwards, and Lydia Segal will take the oath of office, beginning their terms as representatives of...
Tuesday May 27th Weather Forecast
A chance for afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms can be expected through Friday. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 73, with a low of 43. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 71, with a low of 39. Leadville and Fairplay look for a high...
Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce Announces Passing of Lori Roberts
With deep love and heavy hearts, we share the news of Lori Roberts’ passing. A beloved friend, colleague, and community champion, Lori spent over two decades at the Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce, helping shape the vibrant, supportive community we all...
Sunday, May 25th Weather Forecast
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio--- Scattered showers are expected in the afternoon today across the region. In the Upper Arkansas, we can expect Partly sunny skies today, with a high near 73. Winds up to 15 mph in the morning. Tonight, we will see...
Saturday, May 23rd Weather Forecast
Here's your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio-- Salida and Buena Vista: Clouds will gradually increase today, with a high near 80°F. Winds may gust up to 15 mph. Tonight, temperatures will drop to around 46°F. San Luis Valley: Expect sunny skies and a high near...
New Owners, Same Stoke: Salida Mountain Sports Enters a New Chapter
SALIDA, CO — May 23, 2025 — Salida Mountain Sports, a cornerstone of Salida’s outdoorcommunity and a trusted source for adventure-ready gear, is excited to announce a new era oflocal ownership. As of May 23, the shop is proudly owned and operated by Salida locals...
Tails on the Trails 5K Registration Now Open
Register now for early-bird pricing and a guaranteed race event t-shirt (guaranteed t-shirt deadline: June 1st). Your registration also includes admission to the Salida SteamPlant After Party where there will be free food, free face painting, games, and more! Race the...
CFS Report for Friday, May 23rd
Flows on the Arkansas River are still down but upper basin snowpack is above average for this date, so the runoff is coming Currently: Pine Creek / Numbers is running 330 Cubic Feet Per Second. Browns Canyon is at 484 CFS And the Royal Gorge is 571 The Riverside Grill...
Experience the Rhythm of the Rockies at Bluegrass on the Arkansas in Salida
SALIDA, CO — Get ready for a weekend of music, community, and scenic beauty as the Salida Rotary Club hosts the annual Bluegrass on the Arkansas festival at Riverside Park. The free event kicks off Saturday evening and continues through Sunday, offering a full lineup...
Friday, May 23rd Weather Forecast
Sunny, warm and breezy today. Winds will be gusting to 30 mph. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 81, with a low of 45. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 79, with a low of 41. Leadville and Fairplay look for a high of 63,...
