Chaffee County Republicans Elect New Chair
The Chaffee County Republican Central Committee has elected a new county chair. Kathy Roger was elected to replace Alan Seeling, who resigned as Chair on July 20th after taking the chairmanship in October of 2021. Rogers said in a press release, “My goal is to...
Road Construction & Travel Update
Many road construction projects are underway including bridge replacement work that has closed Highway 285 between Antero Junction and Fairplay. This total closure will be in place through mid-October. The alternate route is Highway 24 and Colorado...
Violet Wahl
Violet Wahl was born at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center in Salida on August 1, 2022, at 8:12 am. She weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces, and measured 21.7 inches long. Violet’s parents are Jeff Wahl and Rachele Vierthaler of Nathrop. Violet has one sister, June,...
One Dead, One Rescued from Crestone Traverse
One climber died and another had to be rescued after a fall near the Crestone Traverse. According to Custer County Search and Rescue, two Denver area climbers had gone off route when one of them suffered a fatal fall. In a statement on...
Chaffee Commissioners Seek Public Input as They Consider Lodging Tax Reallocation Ballot Measure
The Chaffee County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is considering various approaches to the management of the county’s existing lodging tax and invites public input for their upcoming meetings on August 9th and 16th where this topic will be discussed.
2022 City of Salida Street and Utility Capital Project Updates
The Salida Public Works Department has multiple capital projects underway. This includes numerous work locations for street reconstruction, utility related improvements, and improvements to sidewalk, curb and gutter, and crosswalks. Sanitary sewer replacement work is...
Chaffee Housing Authority Launches Ballot Issue Committee
The Chaffee Housing Authority will be hosting community events on Monday, August 8th to discuss the organization’s plan to support a ballot initiative to create a dedicated funding stream for attainable and affordable housing in Chaffee County.
Pet of the Week: Dixie
Meet Dixie! She's the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! Dixie is a 3-year-old Pit Bull/Bull dog mix. She has lived with cats in the past and reportedly did great. She's made some doggie friends here at the shelter but can be a bit picky so make sure to bring...
Villa Grove Addresses 7 Peaks Music Festival Plans and Concerns
Citizens and business owners of Villa Grove met with County Commissioners, the Saguache County Sheriff’s Office, the Colorado State Patrol, and concert organizers Live Nation last night to discuss plans and concerns about the Seven Peaks Music Festival Labor Day Weekend.
Ark-Valley Humane Society Announces August Matching Campaign
Ark Valley Humane Society has announced a matching campaign to make you donation go further. For every contribution in the month of August, it will be doubled up to $15,500. Ark-Valley Humane Society’s goal is to raise $31,000 this month. Ark Valley Humane...
PET PATROL: Bailey Is Missing!
The Pet Patrol, powered by Chili Heads, needs your help! Bailey is missing! Bailey is a 1-year-old tan and white boxer who was last seen in her yard on county road 314 in Buena Vista at 9 am Monday, August 1st. She is microchipped and is wearing a pink collar. If you...
Heart of the Rockies Radio Fall 2022 Sports Schedule
Heart of the Rockies Radio is ready for Fall 2022 sports! AUGUST StationDayDateSchoolSportGame StartPreGameEAGLESat.Aug. 13thPRE - BRONCOS vs. DallasFootball7:00p6:00pEAGLEWEDAug. 17thSports in the RockiesSHOW6:00pN/AEAGLESat.Aug. 20thPRE - BRONCOS at...
