Ark-Valley Humane Society’s ‘Home for the Holidays’ Adoption Special
Through December 23rd, you can name your price on the adoption fees on all adult animals (8 months and older) and half off adoption fees for all puppies and kittens! Help get all of the shelter pets home for the holidays! “If you’ve been thinking of adding a cat or...
Pet of the Week
Meet Louis! He's the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! Louie is an incredibly handsome and loving 5-year-old male American Pit Bull Terrier mix who had a rough start to life but is still so trusting of humans and truly has a resilient spirit. Louie was first...
‘What’s Up Salida’ Coffee and Networking Event is Thursday
“What’s Up Salida”, a morning coffee networking event, is Thursday, Nov. 16th, from 8:30 to 9:30 am at the Salida Community Center at 305 F St. Join residents, local businesspeople, and elected officials to discuss local happenings. “What’s Up Salida” is sponsored by...
A Jack Russell Terrier Survived Alone for More Than 10 Weeks in the Mountains After Owner Died
Here’s a story of loyalty and dedication: A tiny Jack Russell terrier survived in the Colorado mountains for more than 10 weeks after her owner died of hypothermia. The Archuleta County Sheriff’s Office say that Pagosa Springs resident Richard Moore and his 12-pound...
Governor Calls for Special Session to Address Skyrocketing Property Taxes
The Governor has called for a special legislative session to address the concerns of homeowners facing skyrocketing property tax increases.
Christopher Neil Whiteaker (1962 – 2023)
Christopher Neil Whiteaker, age 62, of Salida, passed away on November 11, 2023, at Columbine Care Center in Salida. Mr. Whiteaker was born February 7, 1961, to David and Shirely (Tadlock) Whiteaker. Mr. Whiteaker enjoyed tinkering with cars and gardening. He worked...
Leadville’s Tabor Opera House Receives $580,000 Grant
Leadville’s historic Tabor Opera House has received a Colorado Department of Local Affairs grant of $580,000. A multi-year rehabilitation began at the Tabor in 2020. The new funds will enable the Tabor Opera House Preservation Foundation to complete final repairs to...
Judge Rules Three-day Gun Sale Waiting Period to Continue in Colorado Despite Federal Lawsuit
A judge ruled Monday that a law that created a three-day waiting period for all gun sales in Colorado will continue to be enforced while a federal lawsuit against it plays out. The law went into effect October 1st, 2023. In August, the pro-gun organization...
Chaffee County Search & Rescue Saves Unprepared Hiker
A hiker is lucky to be alive after a rescue from a 13er. Chaffee County Search and Rescue responded to the mountain on the night of Nov. 8th after receiving an urgent distress call. Search and Rescue said in “A hiker had bushwacked to summit a 13er earlier in the...
Buena Vista falls to Meeker
The Demons Football season comes to an end after a 28-7 loss in the Quarterfinal round of the 1A State Playoffs. Turnovers in the first half halted the Demons offense, and they found themselves trailing 15-0 at the half. The Demons responded by scoring a touchdown on...
Salida Fire Chief Doug Bess Retires After Nearly 30 Years
After 29 years of service, Salida Fire Chief Doug Bess has retired. Born and raised in Salida, Bess began working as a volunteer firefighter in 1992, became full time in 1994 and was promoted to Captain in 1996. He held that position for eighteen years before being...
Pharmacy to Open in Westcliffe at the Custer County Health Center
A full-service pharmacy will open in Westcliffe at the Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center Custer County Health Center on Monday, Nov. 13th. The pharmacy is located within the clinic at 704 Edwards Avenue. The pharmacy will have a full-time pharmacist...
