Chaffee County Community Foundation Announces 2025 Nonprofit Summit
The Chaffee County Community Foundation invites nonprofit professionals and volunteers to the 2025 Community Summit, taking place April 29–30 at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds. The two-day event will feature workshops and training sessions focused on: Fundraising and...
Parent Toolkit for Kids Class Begins Tonight in Chaffee County
Family and Youth Initiatives (FYI), in partnership with the Chaffee County Department of Human Services, is offering a free Parent Toolkit for Kids Class beginning tonight and continuing on Mondays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. through May 19th. The class is designed...
Chaffee County Commissioners Host Community Leadership Roundtable Today
The Chaffee County Commissioners are inviting the public to participate in a Community Leadership Roundtable this afternoon at 4:00 p.m. in the commissioners’ meeting room at the Chaffee County Courthouse. This month’s roundtable features a single agenda item:...
Easter Sunday Weather Forecast
Here's your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio --- Warmer and drier weather is in the forecast Easter Sunday & into early next week. In the Upper Arkansas Valley, expect sunny skies with a high near 58 degrees. Winds will pick up a bit this afternoon,...
Saturday, April 19th Weather Forecast
Here’s your weather update from Heart of the Rockies Radio. A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect through 4 PM this afternoon, so if you’re heading out, be prepared for winter driving conditions. Heavy snow is falling across the region, with total accumulations...
Salida Theatre Project Presents ‘Barefoot in the Park’ This Weekend
The Salida Theater Project is staging Neil Simon’s classic romantic comedy “Barefoot in the Park” this weekend at A Church, located at 419 D Street in Salida. Showtimes include: Tonight and Saturday at 7:00 p.m. Sunday matinee at 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 and can be...
Registration Open for 2025 Cancer Walk Benefiting HRRMC Oncology Patients
The Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center Foundation has officially opened registration for its annual Cancer Walk, taking place on Saturday, May 3rd. Registration is $35 per person and free for cancer survivors. All funds raised support local oncology patients...
Winter Storm Warning in Effect Through Tomorrow Afternoon Across Central Colorado
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Central Colorado region, in effect through tomorrow afternoon. Residents in the valleys could see up to 8 inches of snow, while higher elevations may receive as much as 12 inches. Travel is...
Michael Robinson Appointed At Large Director for Sangre de Cristo Electric Association
The Sangre de Cristo Electric Association (SDCEA) has announced Michael Robinson as its newly appointed At Large Director on the board of directors. Robinson will fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Jeff Fieldler earlier this year. Robinson’s appointment is...
CDOT Offers Safe Driving Guidelines Ahead of 4/20 Cannabis Holiday
As April 20th approaches, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is reinforcing its message: Don’t drive high. After three years of research and feedback from industry employees, CDOT is sharing updated safety recommendations to prevent cannabis-impaired...
Salida Mountain Trails Hosts Benefit Concert with Roundhouse Assembly and Light Show
Support the trails and enjoy live music this weekend as Salida Mountain Trails hosts a special benefit concert featuring Roundhouse Assembly and a psychedelic light show. The concert takes place tomorrow night at the Salida SteamPlant. In addition to the performance,...
AmeriCorps NCCC Sends Members Home After Trump Administration Order
In a surprising development, AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) members are being sent home early following a new executive order from President Donald Trump. According to an email from AmeriCorps, the decision aligns with the administration's new...
