Hunting Season Begins in Colorado
It’s hunting season and Colorado Parks and Wildlife want to remind hunters, hikers, bikers, leaf peepers and OHV users that Colorado’s outdoors are intended to be shared. For safety reasons, bug game hunters using a firearm must wear fluorescent orange or pink when in...
‘Saint Charles Fire’ 10% Contained
The St. Charles Fire, burning in Pueblo and Custer counties has burned more than 300 acres. As of Thursday night, crews had achieved 10 percent containment. RELATED: ‘Saint Charles Fire’ Grows to 317 Acres Fire crews faced windy conditions yesterday with...
‘Saint Charles Fire’ Grows to 317 Acres with No Containment
At last check, the The Saint Charles Fire grew to 317 acres and is still has no containment. Officials announced yesterday that it was determined that the fire was caused by lightning. The fire crossed the Custer County line overnight meaning that is burning on...
150 Bodies From Penrose Funeral Home Have Been Identified
The El Paso County Coroner has identified 150 out of the 189 bodies that were found improperly stored at the Return to Nature Funeral Home in Penrose.
Search and Rescue, CPW, and Arkansas Headwaters to hold Community Debrief
Chaffee County Search and Rescue North and Arkansas Headwaters will host a community debrief on Nov. 2nd at the Buena Vista Community Center to discuss the 2023 “busy season”.
Pet of the Week
Meet Gidget! She is the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! Gidget is a 3-year-old female Miniature Pinscher/Rat Terrier mix. Gidget loves ALL people and enjoys cuddling up by your feet in a cozy bed during the day. Gidget is looking for a home where she...
Bear Attacks Security Guard in Aspen Hotel
A security guard was taken to the hospital after he was attacked by a bear that made its way into an Aspen hotel late Monday night. Colorado Parks and Wildlife is saying the on-site security guard went to investigate after receiving reports of a bear inside the...
Salida sinks St. Mary’s
A hot start never faded as Salida Volleyball takes care of business on Senior Night against St. Mary's. The Spartans improve to 13-6 on the year and 8-4 in league play. The Salida Lady Spartans will travel this Friday and Saturday to play in Buena Vista's home...
BV falls to Lake County
Buena Vista Volleyball falls in a tough battle with the Panthers 3-1. The Demons fall to 11-8 on the year, while Lake County improves to 22-1. The Lady Demons will be back in action this Friday and Saturday for their home tournament.
By 2032, 80% of New Vehicles Sold in Colorado Must Be Electric or Zero Emissions
The Colorado Air Quality Control Commission established a rule that will require increased electric offerings starting with model year 2027.
COVID-19 Vaccine Available
Chaffee County Public Health has received its first shipment of Covid vaccine for those who have private insurance and are 12 years old and older. Public Health also has Covid vaccine for those who are 6 months and older and are uninsured or...
‘Saint Charles Fire’ Causes Pre-Evacuation Notice in Pueblo County
A wildfire burning about a mile and a half northeast of San Isabel has some residents under a pre-evacuation notice. The Saint Charles Fire, burning in the San Carlos Ranger District in Pueblo County has grown to 266 acres. According to the US Forest...
