Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza linked to deaths of black bear and mountain lion in Colorado
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has identified several cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in free-ranging wildlife in Colorado. A black bear from Huerfano County was affected by the disease in October, a skunk from Weld County was found to be positive for...
Super Bowl Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Impaired
The biggest game in football is Sunday and fans should never let other fans drive impaired. The Colorado Department of Transportation, the Colorado State Patrol and local law enforcement are teaming up for the Super Bowl Weekend DUI enforcement...
Centers for Disease Control Upgrades Chaffee County’s COVID-19 Level
Chaffee County 's COVID-19 Community Level has been upgraded to "Medium" and the transmission level has moved from "Substantial" to "Moderate". According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Moderate” transmission is defined as 10 to 50 cases per...
Chaffee County DHS and Sheriff Continue Efforts to Support Childcare Situation
The Chaffee County Department of Human Services and the Chaffee County Sheriff's Office are continuing efforts to expand local childcare opportunities. DHS and representatives of the Chaffee Childcare Initiative Board of Directors that governs The Schoolhouse...
Citizens Foil Kidnapping Attempt at Alamosa Walmart
Alamosa Police credit citizens and workers at the Alamosa Walmart store for saving a young child from being kidnapped. According to police, officers were dispatched to the Walmart Thursday, Feb. 11th, on reports of an attempted kidnapping in progress. Police...
Ark-Valley Humane Society Kicks Off February ‘Shelter Together’ Matching Campaign
During the month of February, the Ark Valley Humane Society is hosting a new matching campaign to benefit unsheltered community members and their pets. Called the "Shelter Together" Matching Campaign, AVHS is partnering with Chaffee County Hospitality to help...
Salida High School Swimmers Heading to State Championships
Salida High School swimmers are heading to Thornton this weekend for the 3A State Championships. Competing will be Kasey Glaser, Melissa Lang, Shae Merchant, Tayla Young, CeCe Lengerich and seniors Ember Hill and Paige Mishmash. The Salida swimmers finished 3rd in...
Pet of the Week: Hemi
Meet Hemi! She's the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! This adorable and sweet pup was just spayed, microchipped and caught up on her vaccinations. She's now ready to go to a wonderful home TODAY! Hemi is a loving and attentive gal. She is 6 years young and...
Cripple Creek’s Donkey Derby Days Faces Uncertain Future
The Donkey Derby Days in Cripple Creek is a 92-year-old tradition, but this year the festival faces an unstable financial future as the city recovers from Covid-19 restrictions. In the past, the city has provided funding for the festival and for the care of the...
Chaffee Housing Authority Seeks Executive Director
The Chaffee Housing Authority’ Board of Directors is recruiting for an Executive Director who will be responsible for executing the organization’s strategic plan, overseeing existing staff and programs, and moving the organization through its next phases of growth.
San Luis Valley District Attorney Doesn’t Want State to Appoint Independent Monitor
New San Luis Valley District Attorney Anne Kelly wants the state’s attorney general to back off of an agreement to appoint an independent monitor to oversee her office. But Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser appeared to remain committed to the...
Chaffee County Commissioners Seek Legal Advice on Schoolhouse Day Care Center Investigation
Chaffee County Board of Commissioners are meeting in an Executive Session for the purpose of receiving legal advice on a concluded criminal investigation regarding The Schoolhouse Day Care Center. Commissioners, along with staff, will be joined by Chaffee County...
