Barry Morphew Murder Trial Scheduled for July 2027
The murder trial of Barry Morphew is now scheduled to begin in July 2027. An Alamosa judge set the new trial date during a motions hearing held yesterday. Barry Morphew is charged with first-degree murder in the death of his wife, Suzanne Morphew, who was reported...
Willow Fire Tops 4,100 Acres as Evacuations Continue
The Willow Fire burning in the Mount Massive Wilderness west of Leadville has grown to more than 4,100 acres and is now 5% contained. The American Red Cross has closed the emergency shelter at Battle Mountain High School in Edwards. Anyone needing shelter should...
Aspen Acres Fire Nears 92,000 Acres as Evacuations Expand
The Aspen Acres Fire burning across Custer, Pueblo, and now Fremont counties has grown to nearly 92,000 acres and is 13% contained. New mandatory evacuation orders have been issued in Fremont County for the communities of Coal Creek, Rockvale, and Williamsburg....
Weather Forecast for July 7th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop this afternoon. The main risk will be gusty winds and spotty rainfall. The chance of rain continues through Friday. ...
Weather Forecast for July 5th
Here's your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio: Salida & BV: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 1pm. Patchy smoke before 7am. Increasing clouds, with a high near 89. Light and variable wind becoming east southeast 5 to 10 mph in the...
Weather Forecast for July 4th
Here's your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio: Wildfire smoke is expected today with an Air Quality Health Advisory active across the region. In Salida & Buena Vista, We will see Sunny skies, with a high near 89. Then back down to a low around 51...
Flow Report for July 3rd
River Runners and The Beach — CFS Report Here’s your flow report for Friday, July 3. The Arkansas River is running low. Expect fun and technical rapids out there today. Currently:Pine Creek Numbers is running 178 Cubic Feet per Second.Browns Canyon is at 203...
Arkansas River Outfitters Continue to Welcome Visitors Despite Statewide Wildfires
Arkansas River Valley, Colo. — As wildfires continue to impact portions of Colorado, the Arkansas River Outfitters Association (AROA) wants visitors to know that rafting and fishing trips on the Arkansas River are continuing as scheduled. Outfitters remain open...
Fourth of July Weekend Events Across Chaffee County
It's a busy holiday weekend across Chaffee County with art walks, parades, races, family activities, and community celebrations. Tonight is First Friday in downtown Salida, where local art galleries will stay open late with artist demonstrations, receptions,...
Free Lifeguard Training Begins Monday in Salida
The City of Salida is offering a free Lifeguard Certification Program throughout the month of July for individuals interested in working at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center. No previous lifeguard experience is required, and qualified participants may receive an...
CDOT, State Patrol Urge Safe Fourth of July Travel
The Colorado Department of Transportation is reminding motorists to expect heavier traffic and longer travel times on mountain highways during the Fourth of July holiday weekend. To help ease congestion, CDOT has suspended most highway construction and maintenance...
Outdoor Watering Restrictions in Effect Across Chaffee County
The towns of Salida, Buena Vista, and Poncha Springs have implemented outdoor watering restrictions in response to ongoing drought conditions. Residents may water lawns and landscapes based on whether their street address ends in an odd or even number. Outdoor...
