Environmental Protection Agency Delays Return to Nature Funeral Home Demolition
The Environmental Protection Agency has delayed the demolition of the Return to Nature Funeral Home. The demolition was scheduled to begin Tuesday, Jan. 16th, but has been delayed due to logistical arrangements and cold temperatures. At this time, the EPA has not set...
Arrest Affidavit for Penrose Funeral Home Co-Owner Carie Hallford Unsealed
In a court hearing on Friday, Jan. 12th, a judge agreed to unseal an affidavit for one of the Penrose funeral home owners where 190 bodies were found improperly stored. Cari Hallford’s arrest papers will be unsealed with specific redactions. The judge ordered that...
Colorado Avalanche Information Center Issues Avalanche Warning
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center has issued an Avalanche Warning. Very dangerous avalanche conditions exist. Travel in or below avalanche terrain is not recommended. Avalanche conditions will be more dangerous than we’ve experienced in weeks. Adjust your...
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CDOT Conducting Avalanche & Snow Removal Operations on Monarch Pass [Update]
[UPDATE] CDOT has completed work and re-opened Monarch Pass on Highway 50. [Original post] The Colorado Department of Transportation is performing avalanche and snow removal operations on Monarch Pass, Highway 50, between Gunnison and Salida, today, Jan. 14th....
Demons Defeat the Thunderhawks
It was all Buena Vista Demons as they defeated the Ellicott Thunderhawks 66 - 25. Heart of the Rockies Radio · Wingo and Robison Team Up in the First
Lady Demons Defeat Ellicott
Buena Vista Lady Demons handily defeated the Ellicott Thunderhawks at home 50 - 25. Heart of the Rockies Radio · Audrey Johnson Lead The Demons to the Win
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Monarch Pass and Monarch Ski Resort Closed Due to Adverse Weather [Update]
[UPDATE] The Colorado Department of Transportation reports that snow and avalanche removal operations have been completed and Monarch Pass on Highway 50 is open in both directions. [Original post - Jan. 13, 2024, at 8:17 am] Monarch Mountain Ski Resort is closed...
Salida Boys Basketball defeats the Manitou Mustangs 58-39
Despite a 3rd quarter push from the Mustangs, the Spartans earn a big league win 58-39. The Spartan bench provided a much-needed spark tonight, contributing in many different ways than just scoring. The Spartans will host league opponent CSCS next Wednesday, January...
The Salida Lady Spartans cruise to a 55-29 win over the Manitou Mustangs
The Lady Spartan Basketball team controlled the game from start to finish en route to a 55-29 win over the Mustangs. Salida gets back to .500 with a 5-5 overall record. The Lady Spartans will host #1 Colorado Springs Christian on Wednesday January 17th. Catch the...
Chaffee Common Ground Has $750,000 for Grant Cycle
The Chaffee Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee will open their grant cycle on January 17th. $750,000 will be available during this grant cycle for programs and projects that strengthen forest health and reduce wildfire danger; conserve and support...
Penrose Funeral Home Co-Owner Carie Hallford Appeared for Preliminary Hearing
Return to Nature Funeral Home co-owner Carie Hallford appeared for a preliminary hearing in El Paso County District Court yesterday, where witnesses read aloud text messages between her and her husband, Jon Hallford.
Lady Demons Defeat The Panthers 44-28
The Buena Lady Demons got a win over the Woodland Park Panthers 44-28.
