Travellers Can Expect Delays on Highway 24 Near Clear Creek Reservoir
Motorists can expect up to 20-minute delays through Thursday, Sep. 21st, while the Colorado Department of Transportation paves Highway 24 near Clear Creek Reservoir. Operations will take place 1 mile south of Granite. Travelers will encounter full stops and...
Demons Defeat Gunnison
The Buena Vista Demons travelled to Gunnison to defeat the Cowboys 17-6. Buena Vista had 239 yards on the night and looked good against a talented Gunnison team.
The Alliance Makes Urgent Call to Action to Protect Critical Federal Funding
In an open letter from Executive Director Shelley Schreiner, the Alliance revealed that they could be facing an estimated 40% cut in a critical funding source and need your help. The Alliance provides critical services empowering individuals beyond domestic and sexual...
Salida Schools’ Director Mattix Honored with McGuffey Award
The Colorado Association of School Boards honored Salida School Board Director Carrie Mattix with the McGuffey Award presented during the school board meeting on September 12, 2023. The award honors board members from across the state who bring committed and...
Parks & Wildlife Warns of Wildlife Interactions When in Colorado’s Back County
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is reminding people to be careful in the backcountry after a moose trampled a hiker in Teller County this week. In a news release, Colorado Parks and Wildlife detailed the scary interaction between a cow moose and two hikers and their...
Fall Festival DUI Enforcement Period On Now
The Colorado Department of Transportation and the Colorado State Patrol is joining forces with local enforcement agencies for the Fall Festivals DUI enforcement period running through October 25th. This weekend, expect saturation patrols and sobriety...
Spartans Topple Titans
The Salida Spartans defeated the Coal Ridge Titans 33-6. Highlights are sponsored by Salida Ace Hardware. Heart of the Rockies Radio · Daniel Edgington Goes 55 Yards for Salida's First Touchdown Heart of the Rockies Radio · Abram Jones Adds Another Touchdown for...
Central Colorado Conservancy Names 2023 Conservation Award Winner
Central Colorado Conservancy announced that Nancy Roberts is the recipient of their 2023 Conservation Award. The award will be presented at the Conservancy’s Stewardship Gala on September 21st at Mt. Princeton Hot Springs Resort. Nancy owns and operates Arrowpoint...
$4 Million Grant Moves a New Chaffee County Recycling Center Closer to Reality
A new recycling center and waste transfer station in Chaffee County is closer to reality following yesterday’s announcement of a $4 million grant award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The grant awarded to Chaffee County government will support the...
District Attorney Stanley Will Not Seek Re-Election
The District Attorney for the 11th Judicial District told county commissioners of the district this week that she will not seek re-election in 2024. Linda Stanley said she made the decision more than a year ago. Stanley made the announcement Monday during a budget...
Pet of the Week: King
Meet King! He's the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! Loving, adorable King has been at the shelter for over a year now. He is a staff favorite for his goofy and endearing personality. He's also a volunteer favorite to take on walks (he is great on leash)!...
Charges Dropped Against Chaffee County Daycare Worker Accused of Child Abuse
A second Chaffee County daycare worker charged with child abuse after a pants-down incident in a room of preschoolers and toddlers will not go to trial. The Colorado Sun reports that Chaffee County prosecutors yesterday filed a motion to drop the charge against...
