Sturgis Rally begins Friday: CDOT Urges Motorcyclists to Ride Sober
The world’s largest motorcycle rally begins Friday in Sturgis, South Dakota. Many of the 500,000 motorcyclists expected to attend will be riding through Colorado, especially on I-25 and I-76. Therefore, the Colorado Department of Transportation is urging motorcyclists...
New Arrival: Ophelia Maric Walker
SALIDA, Colo.— Ophelia Maric Walker was born at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’sFamily Birthing Center in Salida on July 27, 2024 at 3:21 p.m. She weighed 6 pounds, 10 ounces, andmeasured 19 inches long.Ophelia’s parents are Emily and Andrew Walker of...
Today’s Events at the Chaffee County Fair
Today at the Chaffee County Fair: 4-H Market Livestock Weigh-In: Witness the 4-H participants weigh in their market livestock. Exhibit Hall: Opens to the public, showcasing various exhibits and displays. Heart of the Rockies Roping Club Gymkhana: Enjoy exciting roping...
Xcel Energy to Remove 218-Foot Dam at Fooses Reservoir
Xcel Energy has commenced the removal of the 218-foot dam at Fooses Reservoir on the South Arkansas River near Garfield. The dam is being decommissioned and the stream will be reconstructed to a natural state, as the structure is no longer necessary for power...
Chaffee Chips Wildfire Mitigation Events Underway
Chaffee Chips Wildfire Mitigation Events are currently in progress, offering valuable assistance to landowners in creating defensible spaces around their homes. This year, Chaffee Chips is coordinating free neighborhood slash removal and chipping services across...
Alexander Mountain Fire Grows to Over 5,000 Acres; New Evacuations Ordered
The Alexander Mountain Fire in Larimer County, located between Loveland and Estes Park, has rapidly expanded to over 5,000 acres with 0% containment. As a result, new mandatory evacuations have been ordered for the affected areas. In response to the escalating...
River Runners CFS Report for Wednesday, July 21
Flows on the Arkansas River have stabilized, offering plenty of exciting whitewater adventures today. Here are the current flow rates: Pine Creek / Numbers: 551 Cubic Feet Per Second (CFS) Browns Canyon: 739 CFS Royal Gorge: 770 CFS Join us this Sunday at River...
New Arrival: Ava Grace Vosburgh
SALIDA, Colo.— Ava Grace Vosburgh was born at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’sFamily Birthing Center in Salida on July 29, 2024 at 10:14 a.m. She weighed 8 pounds, 1 ounces, andmeasured 22 inches long.Ava’s parents are Anna and Brock Vosburgh of Buena...
Chaffee County Fair Events
Today at the Chaffee County Fair: Trail Competition 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Check-In Touch a Truck Event for the Kids Tomorrow's Events: 4-H Market Livestock Weigh-In Exhibit Hall Opens to the Public Heart of the Rockies Roping Club Gymkhana Admission to all events is...
River Runners CFS Report for Tuesday, July 30
Flows on the Arkansas River have leveled off. You can still find fun whitewater out there today. Current Flow Rates: Pine Creek / Numbers: 546 Cubic Feet Per Second Browns Canyon: 739 CFS Royal Gorge: 777 CFS Upcoming Events: Leadville Band plays this Sunday at River...
Increasing Fire Danger in Colorado: Alexander Mountain Fire and More
Fire danger is on the rise in Colorado, with several active fires posing threats across the state. The Alexander Mountain Fire, burning in Larimer County between Loveland and Estes Park, has now grown to 950 acres with no containment reported. Over 2,600 residents...
Meet Hannah, Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week!
Hannah is a 2 year-old shepherd/husky mix. She is a great combination of an adventure buddy and a couch potato as she loves to do both! Hannah has lived with cats previously and has been introduced to some dogs at the shelter. This silly girl will warm your heart as...
