New Arrival: Ella Renee Plante
SALIDA, Colo.— Ella Renee Plante was born at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’sFamily Birthing Center in Salida on September 30, 2024 at 10:49 p.m. She weighed 7 pounds, 0.1ounces, and measured 19 inches long.Ella’s parents are Roxan Koch and Brandon...
Pike National Forest Stage 1 fire restrictions & emergency recreational shooting closure
Pueblo, Colo., Oct. 10, 2024— Today all districts on the Pike National Forest went into Stage 1 fire restrictions with an emergency recreational shooting closure which applies to all public lands managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service in the...
Salida Football falls to Cortez 34-27.
The Spartans fall to the Panthers on the road 34-27 after a tough battle. The Spartans used all offense, defense, and Special teams, but came up just short to fall to 2-4 on the year. Highlights from the game are presented by the Salida Ace Hardware (check them out...
Community Awareness Notification
On October 8th, 2024, the Salida Police Department received information of a possible case involving an adult having an inappropriate relationship with a juvenile. After receiving the information, Detectives immediately began an investigation which resulted in...
Salida Events: Skateboard Jam and Hot Springs Pool Closure
The Salida Skateboard Jam is set for tomorrow afternoon at the Centennial Park Skate Park. The event is open to competitors 17 years and younger. For more information and to register, visit cityofsalida.com. Meanwhile, the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center remains...
Riverside Ramble to Benefit The Alliance
The Alliance and 7,000 Feet Running Company are hosting the first annual Riverside Ramble tomorrow, starting at 11 a.m. The event features both two-mile and five-mile run options, beginning at the end of the Monarch Spur Trail across from the SteamPlant and finishing...
Fundraiser for Chaffee County Shop with a Cop Program Tonight
Heart of the Rockies Radio, in partnership with the Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce and the Vaqueros, is once again seeking your support to raise funds for this year’s Chaffee County Shop with a Cop program. A special Chamber of Commerce “Business After...
Pumpkin Patch and Harvest Festival at Hutchinson Homestead
Guidestone Colorado is hosting its annual Pumpkin Patch and Harvest Festival at the Hutchinson Homestead today, tomorrow, and Sunday. The event features a variety of activities, including horse-drawn and tractor-drawn wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, a straw bale...
Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Day in Chaffee County – Saturday
Chaffee County residents are encouraged to clear out their sheds, barns, garages, and under-the-sink cabinets of hazardous items tomorrow during Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Day. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Chaffee County Fairgrounds....
2024 General Election Ballots Begin Arriving for Colorado Voters
While Election Day for the 2024 general election is set for November 5th, ballots in Colorado are being mailed out nearly a month in advance. County clerks across the state are starting to send out ballots today, with all ballots required to be mailed by October 18th....
Tragedy at Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine Tour in Cripple Creek
One person is dead, and 23 others have been rescued following an equipment malfunction at the Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine Tour just east of Cripple Creek. The Teller County Sheriff’s Office reported that a mechanical issue occurred with the elevator taking tourists into...
Mighty Spartan Spotlight – Scott Breunich
Heart of the Rockies Radio Sports has added a new segment to their sporting events! The Mighty Spartan Spotlight highlights former graduates and coaches of Salida High School. Listen to the interview with Scott Breunich HERE:...
