Pets of the Week
Meet Chesa and June! They are the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pets of the Week! This adorable duo was brought to the shelter when their owner's health declined, and the heart-wrenching decision was made to surrender them for adoption. They are incredibly loving, sweet...
Gunnison County ‘Lowline Fire’ Has Grown to Nearly 2,000 Acres
The Lowline Fire burning in Gunnison County has grown to nearly 2,000 acres. The fire, which started July 16th 14 miles northwest of Gunnison is 55% contained. Command of the Lowline Fire has been given back to the Gunnison Ranger District. The district will be in...
New Arrival: Sutton Ann Schoenfeld
Sutton Ann Schoenfeld was born at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center in Salida on August 19th, at 11:08 am. She weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces and measured 19.5 inches long. Sutton’s parents are Jacob and MyKeltie Schoenfeld of Salida. Grandparents are Gerald...
In 2022-2023 Colorado Collected Over $280 Million on Marijuana Taxes
Marijuana was officially the state’s most lucrative “vice tax” last year. Colorado made more in tax revenue from marijuana in the 2022-23 fiscal year than from either alcohol or cigarettes and nearly as much as the two combined. The state collected $282 million...
Governor Signs Executive Order Designed to Reduce Red Tape on Home Loans
Governor Jared Polis signed an executive order yesterday that he said will increase affordable housing options for Coloradans. Polis said the order will reduce the red tape for home loan approvals—reducing the turnaround time for approval from 240 days to 90 days—by...
Former Cripple Creek Detective Sentenced to 58 Days in Jail and Two Years Probation
A former Cripple Creek detective accused of using his position to coerce a victim to have sex with him while on duty has been sentenced to 58 days in jail and an additional two years on probation. RELATED: Former Cripple Creek Detective Pleaded Guilty to...
Petition Process for Salida Mayor, City Council, and City Treasurer Continues Through the 28th
The petition process for those wanting to run for Salida Mayor, one of three City Council seats or City Treasurer ends next Monday, August 28th. The mayor’s position is for a two-year term and the council and treasurer positions are for four-year terms. A candidate...
Public Hearing Tonight to Determine if Pearl Theater Should Be Designated a Historic Landmark
Buena Vista Trustees will hold a public hearing tonight (Aug. 22nd) on designating the Pearl Theater building at 316 Main Street a Historic Local Landmark. In other business, Trustees will direct staff to file the Town’s commitment to become eligible for affordable...
Buena Vista Demons Open Season with 41 Point Win over Titans
The Buena Vista Demons opened the 2023 football season Saturday with a shutout of the Coal Ridge Titans winning 41-0. The Demons will host Salida this Friday, Aug. 25th, in the Chaffee County Showdown. Heart of the Rockies Radio · Buena Vista's...
Arkansas River to Receive Boost to Flow Levels Through Labor Day
An already excellent year for rafting conditions on the Arkansas River is receiving a boost to its flow levels through Labor Day.
Initiative to Amend Occupational Taxes on Short-Term Rentals Presented to the Salida City Council
A citizen’s initiative was presented to the Salida City Council that would amend occupational taxes on short-term rentals. The proposed tax will be used to help combat affordable housing issues in Salida and money collected will be placed in the City’s housing...
CDOT Paving Highway 50 Near Monarch Pass and Replacing Bridge on Highway 9
The Colorado Department of Transportation is paving a segment of Highway 50 between Sargents and Monarch Pass. Motorists will experience full stops and up to 20-minute delays today through Wednesday. Work is also beginning to replace an 85-year-old...
