City of Salida Hires Local Resident Christy Doon as Assistant City Administrator
The City of Salida is pleased to announce that Christy Doon has been hired to the position of Assistant City Administrator. Ms. Doon has worked for the past ten years with the Colorado Department of Local Affairs as the South-Central Regional Manager, providing...
Pet of the Week: King
Meet King! He's the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! King is a 5-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier mix. He is an incredibly sweet and cuddly pup who would do best in a home where his family is often around. Fill out a Match Maker adoption application to...
ARWC River Report: Fry-Ark water supplementing river flows
In its weekly River Report, the Arkansas River Watershed Collaborative reports that the Bureau of Reclamation is releasing Fryingpan-Arkansas Project water to support recreational boating on the upper Arkansas River.
Wednesday, July 20th Weather
Numerous afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms are expected across the area today. The main threat will be locally heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding. Salida and Buena Vista can expect a high of 87. Look for an overnight low of 55....
Chaffee Housing Authority Requests Support from Elected Officials for Tax Measure Supporting Affordable Housing
In the coming weeks, the Chaffee Housing Authority (CHA) will request support from local officials to place an affordable housing taxation measure on the November ballot. The CHA will be presenting its plan to the Chaffee County Commissioners, Salida City Council,...
Widening of County Road 350 northwest of Buena Vista
Travelers may experience delays along County Road 350 (Crossman Avenue) outside of Buena Vista over the coming weeks while County Road & Bridge works on widening the road. Both sides of the road will be widened, beginning from Waters Street on the east to the...
We’re Searching for a New Team Member Here at Heart of the Rockies Radio
We're looking for a new teammate here at the radio station. Our business continues to grow, and we need someone to help keep up with the demand! This full-time sales and marketing position will give you the opportunity to work with current and future clients by...
Ark-Valley Humane Society Purchases Building in Salida
Ark-Valley Humane Society has purchased 1425 E St, previously home to the 14ers Wieners food truck, in Salida. This 400 square-foot building will act as their new animal impound facility serving southern Chaffee County. If a member of the public finds a stray dog in...
Tuesday, July 19th Weather
Showers and thunderstorms are expected again today. Locally heavy rain could lead to an elevated flash flood risk over area burn scars. Salida and Buena Vista can expect a high of 87. Look for an overnight low of 57. The San...
Road Construction Projects Underway
Many road construction projects are underway including bridge replacement work that has closed Highway 285 between Antero Junction and Fairplay. This total closure will be in place through mid-October. The alternate route is Highway 24 and Colorado 9. This will add...
Fairplay Trustees have approved Charles Abbott and Associates for Building Department Services
Fairplay Trustees have approved a Professional Services Agreement with Charles Abbott and Associates for comprehensive Building Department services. CAA will be providing plan review, permit, and inspection services on behalf of the Town for all...
CDC Updates Chaffee County COVID-19 Community Level
The Center for Disease Control has updated their Covid-19 Community Level Dashboard and Chaffee County remains in the Low Level. Chaffee County Public Health continues to offer the Moderna pediatric Covid-19 vaccine for those ages 6 months through 5 years old...
