Closure of Highway 24 from Antero Junction to Hartsel Begins Monday
The Colorado Department of Transportation will begin a 21-day full closure of Highway 24 from Antero Junction to Hartsel Monday, April 17th. The closure will be in place so the Department can replace 2 outdated bridges. The detour will be a lengthy one, using Highway...
Badger Creek Fire in Park County Was Human Caused
Officials believe the Badger Creek Fire in Park County was caused by a homeowner’s “careless actions on their property, in violation of the local fire ban.” Park Count Sheriff Tom McGraw said he will pursue criminal charges against the homeowner. The person has...
Colorado Mountain College is Holding Commencement Ceremonies May 5th through the 8th
Colorado Mountain College will celebrate students from all eleven of its campuses when it holds twelve commencement ceremonies on May 5th, 6th and 8th. Students will receive bachelor’s and associate degrees and certificates of occupational proficiency, in addition to...
Badger Creek Fire Caused Evacuations South of Hartsel
A wildfire in Park County, called the Badger Creek Fire, forced evacuations Wednesday about 30 miles south of Hartsel. A mandatory evacuation order was issued for residents who live within a five-mile radius of Badger Creek Ranch. The ranch is 30 miles south of...
Pet of the Week: Nancy
Meet Nancy! She's the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! Nancy is a loving 1 year old Australian Cattle dog mix. She had quite the journey to recovery here at AVHS. A kind Samaritan found Nancy and brought her to the Ark Valley Humane Society. She appeared to...
Chaffee County Public Health Announces New Program ‘Miles of Smiles Salida’
Chaffee County Public Health is excited to initiate a new program that enables older adults to get outside and feel the wind in their hair on a trishaw. The newly purchased trishaw from Copenhagen, Denmark will allow for two older adult riders to sit in front of a...
Paintings from Westcliffe Artist Mary Leslie on Display at HRRMC
A collection of original oil paintings from Westcliffe artist Mary Leslie are on display at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center now through June 30th. Leslie’s work features a series of wild and domesticated animals that represent the western United...
U.S. Forest Service Seeking Comments on a Plan to Improve Kite Lake
The U.S. Forest Service’s South Park Ranger District is seeking comments on a plan for improving Kite Lake recreation area near Alma in Park County. Increasing visitation has impacted natural resources and infrastructure at the Kite Lake site along with the Buckskin...
Park County’s 403 Fire Now 88% Contained
The 403 Fire burning in Park County is now 88% contained. It has not increased in size, standing at just over 1,500 acres. Fire crews continue to be on the scene, monitoring and knocking out hot spots. Lake George Fire Protection District’s Chief...
Applications for Charles J. Forster Scholarships Due June 12th
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC) Foundation is now accepting applications for the Charles J. Forster scholarships. There are two $2,500 scholarships available for current college students planning to pursue a career in healthcare. Any college...
Salida Falls To Rye
The Salida Spartans fall to 3-7 on the season after losing to the Rye Thunderbolts 16-5. Highlights are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
11th Judicial District Prosecutors Being Investigated for Prosecutorial Misconduct
The Attorney Regulation Counsel is now investigating seven 11th Judicial District prosecutors, including District Attorney Linda Stanley, following allegations of repeated prosecutorial misconduct. The investigation centers on the now-dismissed murder case...
