Travel Updates: U.S. 50 Middle Bridge Reopens; Browns Canyon Road Construction Begins
Travelers in the region should take note of two significant updates: U.S. 50 Middle Bridge: The bridge over Blue Mesa Reservoir has reopened to two-way traffic, providing smoother travel for drivers. However, the Lake Fork Bridge, located five miles to the west,...
Salida Sunrise Rotary Club Accepting Applications for Spring Scholarships
The Salida Sunrise Rotary Club is now accepting applications for their spring semester scholarships. These scholarships aim to support students pursuing education at vocational or technical schools, community colleges, colleges, or universities. Eligible applicants...
Poncha Springs Hosts Open House for Parks and Recreation Master Plan Update
The Town of Poncha Springs is inviting residents to an Open House this Thursday evening to provide feedback on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan update. The event will take place from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds. In a press release, Poncha...
Buena Vista Board of Education Meeting Tonight
The Buena Vista Board of Education is set to meet tonight, starting with a work session at 5:00 PM, followed by the regular meeting at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes a single action item: planning for the upcoming Colorado Association of School Boards (CASB) convention....
Salida City Council Work Session to Discuss Land Use and Meeting Procedures
The Salida City Council will convene for a work session tonight at 6:00 PM, focusing on two key topics. Council members will discuss the Land Use application process and review meeting procedures outlined in the Council Handbook. This session serves as a precursor to...
Town of Poncha Springs is Updating their Parks & Recreation Master Plan
The community is invited to share feedback that will help shape the future of parks, recreation, and trails in Poncha Springs and southern Chaffee County. The Town of Poncha Springs is currently in the process of updating their Parks and Recreation Master Plan, which...
Monday, November 18th Weather
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Light snow showers are possible over the mountains tonight. Little to no accumulation is expected. Another fast moving system will move over our area tomorrow bringing strong winds, colder air and more...
Friday, November 15, Weather
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Today will be mostly sunny and breezy. Winds will be out of the south at 15 to 20 mph. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 53. A low of 23. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 45, a low of...
Thursday, November 14th Weather
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Sunny and mild conditions continue into the weekend. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 55. A low of 23. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 47, a low of 21. Leadville and...
Salida Soccer Advances to the State Championship Game!
The Spartans down Denver Christian in the Semifinals 1-0, and punches their ticket to the Championship Game. Salida will face Forge Christian on Friday at 4pm. Coverage will be on The Peak 92,3! Highlights are presented by the Salida Ace Hardware (Find their website...
US 50 Middle Bridge in Gunnison fully reopens today – Work continues on Lake Fork Bridge for the next few weeks
Montrose, Gunnison and Hinsdale Counties — The Colorado Department of Transportation is pleased to announce the full reopening of the US 50 Middle Bridge to two-way travel Wednesday, Nov. 13. Flagging and pilot car operations at this bridge are expected to...
Free Screening of “Legacy” Film Spotlighting Mental Health at Chaffee County Fairgrounds
Chaffee County Public Health, in partnership with Colorado State University Extension, invites the community to a free screening of Legacy, a film that sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of agricultural life. Aimed at fostering open conversations about mental...
