Coroner Rules Death of Missing Chaffee County Hunter a Suicide
An autopsy report from the El Paso County Coroner's Office has concluded that 27-year-old Kaden Sites died by suicide after going missing during a turkey hunting trip in April. Sites, of Salida, was reported missing after he failed to return from a hunting trip....
Free Pet Microchip and ID Tag Clinic Coming to Buena Vista
The Ark Valley Humane Society will hold its annual Microchip and Pet ID Tag Clinic next week, Monday through Sunday, at the Ark Valley Humane Society Shelter, located at 701 Gregg Drive. Free services available during the clinic include: Microchip implantation for...
Last Day to Apply for Common Ground Advisory Committee
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is accepting letters of interest from residents interested in serving on the Chaffee County Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee. The county is seeking to fill three positions on the committee, including one regular...
Buena Vista School Board Member Resigns After Seven Years
After seven years of service on the Buena Vista School Board, Brett Mitchell announced his resignation Monday evening. In his resignation statement, Mitchell said he believes schools should remain free from politics and expressed concern that the school board was...
Chaffee County Moves to Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
Andy Rohrich has moved Chaffee County into Stage 2 Fire Restrictions due to elevated wildfire danger. The restrictions also apply within the municipalities of Buena Vista, Poncha Springs, and Salida. Under Stage 2 Restrictions: No open fires may be built, maintained,...
Weather Forecast for June 24th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Typical summer thunderstorms are expected across the area this afternoon and evening. Fire weather conditions can also be expected. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 91. A low of...
Robert A Backofen February 16, 1946 ~ June 16, 2026
Robert Backofen Obituary Robert Backofen February 16, 1946 – June 16, 2026 Robert Backofen passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on February 16, 1946, in Rockville, Connecticut, Robert grew up with a strong sense...
Flow Report for Tuesday, June 23
Here’s your flow report for Tuesday, June 23. The Arkansas River is running low, making for fun and technical rapids throughout the valley. Current river flows: Pine Creek / Numbers: 197 cubic feet per second Browns Canyon: 264 CFS Royal Gorge: 273 CFS Looking ahead,...
Plant Sale Benefiting Brew & Bloom
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Free Lifeguard Certification Program Offered in Salida
The Salida is offering a Lifeguard Certification Program during the month of July for individuals interested in employment at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center. The opportunity is open to students seeking their first job as well as adults looking for part-time...
Free Pet Microchips and ID Tags Available This Week
The Ark Valley Humane Society is offering free microchip and pet identification tag services throughout the week at its shelter located at Ark Valley Humane Society Shelter, 701 Gregg Drive. The program runs Monday through Sunday and includes free microchip...
County Seeking Applicants for Common Ground Advisory Committee
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is accepting letters of interest from residents interested in serving on the Chaffee County Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee. Three positions are currently available, including one regular member position and two...
