Brown loses final appeal in federal case against Chaffee
The U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals has denied Alison Brown’s “petition for rehearing” in her federal lawsuit against Chaffee County.
Howard Man Arrested on Bear Poaching Charges, Accused of Killing a Mother and Two Cubs
A Howard man has been arrested on bear poaching charges. 52-year-old Paul Stromberg is accused of killing a mother and her two cubs. Colorado wildlife officials say anonymous tips and social media posts led them to evidence the bears bad been shot and dumped on a...
Salida Sunrise Rotary Accepting Opens Community Grants program
Applications are now being accepted for the Salida Sunrise Rotary Community Grants program. Salida Sunrise Rotary’s Community Grants support projects and programs in the categories of youth, environment and community service. Applications will be accepted...
Tabor Opera House Preservation Foundation Seeking Member and Youth Liaison
The Tabor Opera House Preservation Foundation is seeking applicants to apply for member and youth liaison positions on its Board of Directors. The foundation is accepting applications for volunteers who will join the work of revitalizing the historic Tabor Opera...
Forest Service Preps Environmental Assessment to Review Projects on Monarch Mountain
The U.S. Forest Service is preparing an environmental assessment to review the proposed No Name Basin Projects at Monarch Mountain. The projects are located immediately adjacent to Monarch’s existing special use permit area. The proposal includes the...
Chaffee County Public Health Hosting Flu Vaccination Clinic
Chaffee County Public Health is sponsoring an influenza vaccination clinic Tuesday, Oct. 3rd, in Salida at the Touber Building. Insurance will be billed. You must bring your insurance card with you. At this time, Public Health does not have influenza vaccine for...
Salida Defeats La Junta
The Spartans dominated the La Junta Tigers on the volleyball court in three straight sets 3-0. The Spartans won the first set 25 to 18, the second 25 to 20, and the third 25 to 22. Highlights are sponsored by Salida Ace Hardware. Heart of the Rockies Radio ·...
Two New Colorado Gun Laws Go Into Effect on October 1st
Two new gun laws go into effect in Colorado on Sunday, October 1st. One will create a mandatory 3-day waiting period before the buyer can receive the gun. The second will make it easier for people to file lawsuits against gun manufacturers. A lawsuit against the...
Salida Falls to Cortez
Tough break for Homecoming as the Salida Spartans fell to the Cortez Panthers 42-13.
BV Beats North Fork
The Buena Vista football get a huge win over the North Fork Miners 14 to 7 on the road. Highlights tonight are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware. Heart of the Rockies Radio · Buena Vista's First TD Against North Fork Heart of the Rockies Radio · Buena Vista...
Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center to Temporarily Close for Maintenance
The Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center will be closed beginning on Monday and continuing through the 15th for fall maintenance and cleaning. The pool will reopen on October 16th.
CDOT Says Expect Additional Traffic for Fall Colors
The Colorado Department of Transportation is reminding drivers to plan on additional traffic over the next few weekends as people head out to see the fall colors. You are being asked to find safe, designated parking areas and to be aware of...
