Sewer Line Replacement Progresses Towards Two Rivers
Construction on the Highway 50 sewer line replacement project is ahead of schedule and is advancing into a new phase as work nears completion in Poncha Springs and shifts toward Salida. Final sewer connections in Poncha Springs are expected to be completed by...
Man Injured by Bear in Eagle-Vail
A man leaving a laundry room at an Eagle-Vail apartment complex was injured by a bear Monday afternoon. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) said in a press release that the female black bear swiped at him, causing an arm injury. He was treated at a local hospital and...
Forecast for August 19th
Thunderstorms are likely this afternoon and evening. Storms will be capable of heavy rain, hail, and gusty winds. Flash flooding will be a possibility. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 91. A low of 55. The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 87,...
Pet of the Week
Meet Black, a two-year-old dog who weighs about 80 pounds. No one told him how big he is because he loves to cuddle like a lap dog! He enjoys walks with the Ark-Valley Humane Society volunteers, sunbathing outside, and being his goofy, happy self. Black would love...
Knowing the Road Rules for E-Bikes
School has begun and this means more pedestrians, bikes, scooters and other vehicles sharing the roads. There are a variety of e-bikes in our midst. They look like a regular bike with an electric motor, usually under 750 watts of power, assisting with the speed of...
Salida Chamber Community Coffee is Tomorrow
Tomorrow morning is the monthly Salida Chamber of Commerce’s “What’s Up Salida” community coffee from 8:30 to 9:30am at the Salida Community Center at 305 F Street. This gathering is a local networking opportunity featuring business leaders, elected officials, area...
Sports in the Rockies Live Tonight at HerksWerks
Join Andrew Stossmeister tonight for the first Sports in the Rockies of the season live at HerksWerks in Poncha Springs. The one-hour sports talk show begins at 6 on Eagle Country 104. Listen Live on Heart of the Rockies Radio:...
BV School Board Applications Extended Deadline
The deadline has been extended to August 24th to return applications to fill a vacant seat on the Buena Vista School Board. To be eligible for appointment, you must be a registered voter, lived for 12 consecutive months in the Buena Vista School District, and reside...
The Alliance Presents Film, “Project Hail Mary” Tonight
The Alliance presents the film, "Project Hail Mary," starring Ryan Gosling tonight at a benefit with Salida Arts & Culture at the SteamPlant Theater. The Alliance empowers individuals beyond domestic and sexual violence through services, education, and social...
Forecast for August 18th
Isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms are possible again today. More widespread thunderstorms are likely tomorrow. Flash flooding will be a possibility. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 91. A low of 55. The San Luis Valley can expect a...
Small Fire Contained in Lake George
Crews contained a fire sparked by lightning in Lake George yesterday. Lake George Fire Protection District crews responded to a small fire in a single tree in Springer Gulch. Due to the difficult-to-reach location, Lake George firefighters assisted Forest Service...
Flash Flooding Traps Drivers in Fremont County
Fremont County Search and Rescue said crews were called out to an area north of Penrose just after midnight Monday to help at least one person trapped in their car during flash flooding. By the time crews arrived at the scene, they said the person trapped in their car...
