Forecast for Nov. 3rd
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures can be expected today. Valley rain and mountain snow will return tomorrow into Thursday morning. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of...
Christmas Tree Cutting Permits Available Soon
Christmas Tree cutting permits will be available through the U.S. Forest Service beginning on November 16th. To purchase a Christmas tree permit, visit Recreation.gov.and search for Pike-San Isabel National Forests Christmas Tree Permits. Please carefully read...
Your Feedback on Salida’s Halloween Event
The City of Salida is asking for your feedback on the Heart of the Rockies Halloween event. A press release states, “To help us make next year’s celebration even better, we would love to hear feedback. Your thoughts and suggestions are important to us and will help us...
Chaffee Gives is Underway
The Chaffee Gives campaign is underway from now until December 8th. Your tax-deductible donation can transform lives, support local causes, and build a brighter future for everyone in our community. Whether you give big or small, your contribution matters. Go to...
Royal Gorge Bridge and Park Transitions to New Owners
As of Nov.1st, CMBH Partners of Texas, has taken over management of the Royal Gorge Bridge and Park. Despite concerns that new owner transition might force a temporary closure over daily operations following the end of the previous 59-year lease held by The Royal...
Broncos Seal Win in Final Seconds of Game
The Broncos improved to a 6-2 record and took the lead of the AFC West following a last seconds' win, 28-24 over the Kansas City Chiefs yesterday. Running back Jonah Coleman helped catch up to the Chiefs in the fourth quarter with a five-yard touchdown run and the...
Drop Off Ballot by 7pm Tomorrow
Tomorrow is Election Day. Ballots must be returned to the county clerk’s office by 7pm tomorrow night. It is too late to mail your ballot. Postmarks do not count. Drop off your ballot in person. Chaffee County has opened the Buena Vista Vote Center at the Safety...
San Luis Valley Braces for More Flooding
The National Weather Service is calling for a flood watch for the western half of the San Luis Valley, includingAntonito, Del Norte, Monte Vista and Alamosa through Tuedsay. Overnight reports indicate worsening flooding along the Rio Grande and Conejos River. Several...
Crested Butte Search and Rescue Perform Daring Rescue
Crested Butte Search and Rescue (CBSAR) reported last night that on Thursday, October 29th, at approximately 8:00 p.m., they received a call for help involving a 37-year-old female solo hiker on the Four Pass Loop between Aspen and Crested Butte. Pitkin County...
Salida City Council Meets Tonight
Salida City Council will hold a work session tonight beginning at 5pm. The agenda calls for a continued discussion on the 2027 budget, an update from Places to Age, and an overview from the Salida Airport. A regular meeting will immediately follow the work session...
Rain and Snow Forecast Today
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Rain and heavy wet snow will continue today. Five to ten inches will be possible over the mountains. Slick and dangerous driving conditions can also be expected. The San Juan Mountains could see...
Commissioners Meet Today
Chaffee County Commissioners are meeting today for a work session at the courthouse. Agenda items include: Review of the final 2026 Chaffee County Housing Needs Assessment, a discussion over a letter to the Public Utilities Commission re: Xcel Energy and Black Hills...
