Colorado Snowpack Update
Since January 3rd, Colorado’s snowpack has decreased from 98% to 88% due to dry conditions in the southwestern regions: Gunnison, Upper Rio Grande, San Juan, and Arkansas basins have seen little snow since late December. Two storms are expected this week: First storm:...
Eric Jon Stout – March 7, 1965 ~ January 16, 2025
Eric Jon Stout, 59, of Salida, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 16, 2025, after a long battle with heart complications. He was at his apartment in Salida, Colorado. A Celebration of Life will be held at noon on Saturday, February 1, at The Salida Elks...
Travel Advisory – Bridge Maintenance Work on CO 115 Northeast of Florence
Work on bridge over Arkansas River will take place Jan. 28 Fremont County — The Colorado Department of Transportation will perform bridge maintenance work on Colorado Highway 115 over the Arkansas River (mile point 11.43) on Tuesday, Jan. 28. The work zone will be...
Monday, January 27, is the last day to sign up for Achieve, Inc. and Buena Vista Recreation’s Games, Karaoke,and Prizes event for neurodivergent youth aged 14 and up!
Neurodivergent community members, including those with ADD/ADHD/Autism Spectrum, are encouraged to sign up for the event being held on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:30 pm at the Buena Vista Community Center and join a fun-filled afternoon of games,...
Sunday, January 26th Weather Forecast
Here's your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio--- In the Upper Arkansas Valley , Mostly sunny, with a high near 40. Winds around 10mph throughout the day. Then dropping to a low around 13 degrees overnight. San Luis Valley is Sunny, with a high near 36. Winds...
Salida Boys Basketball defeats Summit 60-46.
The Salida Boys bounce back with a win on the road 60-46 over the Tigers behind Osness's 30+ points. The Spartans lead wire to wire as they overpower Summit to advance to 9-3 on the year. Catch the highlights (presented by the Salida Ace Hardware...find them here...
Salida Girls Basketball defeats Summit 48-36.
The Lady Spartans lead wire t wire as they hit free throws down the stretch to pull away 48-36 over the Tigers. The Spartans will improve to 9-3 on the season. Catch the highlights (presented by the Salida Ace Hardware...find them here...
Salida Boys Basketball falls to CSCS 65-46.
The Spartans could not get the lid off the hoop in Colorado Springs, as the Spartans fall to the Lions on the road 65-46. The Spartans will fall to 8-3 on the year and 3-2 in league play. Catch the Highlights (presented by the Salida Ace Hardware... find them here...
Buena Vista Boys Basketball falls to St. Mary’s 47-45.
The Demons fought back in the 4th to give themselves a chance, but fell short 47-45 at home. The Demons will fall to 8-3 on the year and 4-2 in league play. Catch the highlights (presented by the Buena Vista Ace Hardware...find them here...
Salida Girls Basketball falls to CSCS 43-41.
The Spartans held a lead all game, but the Lions made a late 4th Quarter push to take the lead and not look back. Salida falls 43-41 on the road. Salida will fall to 8-3 on the year and 2-2 in league play. Catch the highlights (presented by the Salida Ace...
Buena Vista Girls Basketball falls to St. Mary’s 37-31.
The Demons played even for most of the game with the Pirates, but St, Mary's pulled away in the 4th 37-31. The Demons will fall to 4-8 overall and 3-3 in league play. Catch the highlights (presented by the Buena Vista Ace Hardware...find them here...
Weekend Activities and Events
2025 X Games in Aspen Features skiing and snowboarding competitions. Top athletes include snowboard champion Chloe Kim and freestyle skier Alex Hall. National Western Stock Show Final Weekend: Includes livestock shows, rodeos, and horse events. Where: Denver. Tickets:...
