Monarch Mountain Resort Says It Will Await More Snow Before Announcing Opening Day
As Colorado’s ski season gets underway, many are eagerly asking, “When will Monarch Mountain open?” Although a recent storm brought 20 inches of snow to the slopes, Monarch officials shared in a social media update that strong winds, with gusts up to 70 mph, left some...
Colorado Parks and Wildlife to Release Wolves with Input from Local Counties
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) recently met with commissioners from Garfield, Pitkin, Rio Blanco, and Eagle Counties to discuss plans for the release of wolves in these regions—a shift towards transparency after previous releases were conducted without public...
Flags at Half Staff Honoring Fallen Golden Police Officer Evan Dunn
Today, flags across Colorado are being flown at half-staff by order of Governor Jared Polis to honor Golden Police Officer Evan Dunn. Officer Dunn tragically lost his life last week on Highway 58 after being struck by a suspected DUI driver. He was just 33 years old....
Meet Charlotte – Heart of The Rockies Pet of the Week!
Beautiful Charlotte can be shy, but you'll find when you pet her, she is actually very loving! Ark Valley Humane Society hopes that by making her Pet of the Week, it will help this sweet girl get some attention. 3 year-old Charlotte came in from one of the AVHS...
Brannan Companies Hiring Aggregate Plant Maintenance Lead
Aggregates Plant Maintenance Lead Division: Brannan Aggregates FLSA Status: Full Time Location: Fairplay, CO Pay Range: $29-$44/hr DOE Position Summary Identifies, evaluates, and performs mechanical and preventative repairs to plant processing equipment. These...
Tuesday, November 12th Weather
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- A weak cold front is moving through today bringing strong winds and a slight chance of snow for the mountains. Winds will be gusting to 30 mph. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of...
Buena Vista’s Joseph Drexler Competes in National Civics Bee in Washington, D.C.
Joseph Drexler of Buena Vista is in Washington, D.C., ready to compete in the National Civics Bee tomorrow. After winning the local and state competitions, Drexler will face off against twenty-seven other state finalists in hopes of claiming the national title.
Chaffee County League of Women Voters Annual Plant Sale: Order Holiday Poinsettias and More Today!
The League of Women Voters Chaffee County has launched its annual plant sale today, featuring a variety of plants, including their popular holiday poinsettias. Orders can be placed through November 25th at LWVChaffeeCounty.org. Plant pickups will be available on...
Chaffee County Commissioners Continue Land Use Code Hearings and Consider Lawsuit Against Former DA Linda Stanley
The Chaffee County Commissioners will resume public hearings on the proposed new Land Use Code tomorrow at 10 a.m. at the Chaffee County Courthouse. These hearings are part of an ongoing process to review and adopt updates to local land use regulations. Additionally,...
Colorado Snowstorm Breaks November Records with Over 4 Feet in Parts of the State
Last week's multi-day snowstorm has made history, bringing Colorado record-breaking snowfall totals for November. Southeastern Colorado was hit the hardest, with San Isabel recording an astonishing 55 inches of snow. Other areas saw significant accumulation as well,...
Veterans Day Events in Salida: Parade, Ceremony, Dinner, and Free State Park Access
Today is Veterans Day, and Chaffee County is honoring our veterans with a range of events and activities: Veterans Parade: Starting at 10 a.m., a parade will march down F Street in Salida, bringing the community together to celebrate and honor veterans. Ceremony at...
Help Wanted: Heart of the Rockies Radio
Join our Growing Heart of the Rockies Radio Team! Job Title: Advertising Account ExecutiveLocation: Salida, ColoradoCompany: Heart of the Rockies Radio Group About UsHeart of the Rockies Radio Group is an award-winning, family owned 4-station radio and multimedia...
