Buena Vista Community Recreation Survey
The Town of Buena Vista is conducting a community-wide survey to better understand residents’ priorities about trails, recreation facilities, programs, and parks and explore interest in future projects and funding options. The survey can be found HERE and on the Buena...
Buena Vista Launches Community Survey on Recreation Priorities
The Town of Buena Vista is reaching out to residents with a community-wide survey to gather feedback on priorities related to trails, parks, recreation facilities, and programming. The survey also explores interest in future projects and funding options to support...
Browns Canyon Road Widening Project Closes County Road 300 and Arkansas River Section
Construction is ongoing for the Browns Canyon National Monument road widening project, leading to closures impacting both drivers and water enthusiasts. Chaffee County Road 300 is currently closed at mile marker 2 as crews work to expand the roadway. Additionally, the...
Highway 50/285 Intersection in Poncha Springs Nears Completion Ahead of Thanksgiving
The Highway 50/285 intersection improvement project in Poncha Springs is entering its final stages as critical components have finally arrived. After a month-long delay, the signal pole and mast arms needed to complete the project were delivered yesterday. Crews...
Buena Vista Adds Third Traffic Light at Highway 24 Intersection
Buena Vista has officially transitioned into a three-stoplight town. The latest addition is at the intersection of Highway 24 and Baylor Drive/DePaul Avenue, marking a milestone in the town’s infrastructure growth. The new traffic lights aim to enhance safety and...
Salida Elks Lodge Prepares for Annual Christmas Basket Giveaway
Salida Elks Lodge Annual Christmas Basket Giveaway to Support Families in Need The Salida Elks Lodge is preparing for its annual Christmas Basket Giveaway, an initiative aimed at helping local families in need during the holiday season. The baskets include food items...
Homeless Youth Awareness Event Tonight in Salida
Family and Youth Initiatives is hosting a Homeless Youth Awareness event this evening, aimed at addressing youth housing instability. The event will take place from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Ramps and Alleys, located on Highway 50 in Salida. The event will feature resources...
Arkansas Valley Christian Mission Hosts Free Thanksgiving Market in Buena Vista
Free Thanksgiving Market in Buena Vista Provides Holiday Meals for Families in Need The Arkansas Valley Christian Mission in Buena Vista is offering a free Thanksgiving Market Friday, November 22, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is dedicated to families who may not...
Faricy Boys Automotive Expands Electric Vehicle Services with Ribbon Cutting
Faricy Boys Automotive Celebrates EV Expansion with Ribbon Cutting and Upcoming Open House Faricy Boys Automotive in Salida marked a milestone yesterday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the expansion of their Electric Vehicle (EV) capabilities. The...
Monarch Mountain Opens Friday, Kicking Off 85th Ski Season
Monarch Mountain Opens Friday for 85th Season Monarch Mountain is set to open for its 85th ski season this Friday. Operating hours on opening day will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with several on-mountain amenities ready to welcome guests. The Rental Shop, Sidewinder...
Meet Ryan – Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week!
Are you looking for your next adventure buddy? Look no further than Ryan! He is a 3 year-old black Labrador Retriever mix who enjoys playing fetch and doing zoomies in the dog yard. Once that is over, Ryan likes to take a long nap! Ryan has no history with cats,...
Richard Harold Singer – October 22, 1939 ~ November 13, 2024
Richard H. Singer passed away November 13, 2024, after years long severe illnesses. He was born in Pana, IL October 22nd, 1939, to Fern Gray and Harold Singer. He had an older sister, Joyce Elaine Beck. When he was 16, he lived in California, and he studied for the...
