San Luis Valley COVID-19 Cases Dropping As Vaccinations Increase
In a welcome continuation of last week's trend, more local residents have been vaccinated against COVID-19 and fewer residents are sick with the virus than there were a week ago. Although our current numbers would still place us in Level Yellow with some elevated risk...
Pet of the Week: Dewey
Meet Dewey! She is the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! Dewey is a 10 year old female Domestic Shorthair mix who was surrendered to the shelter last month when her owners could no longer care for her. During her time here she hasn't had too much interest,...
A Reminder to be Bear Aware
Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds residents to avoid situations that attract bears. Residents should keep food out of cars and lock ground floor windows and doors in homes and garages. Pet food should be brought inside. Trash cans should have lids...
Community Foundation Reacts to Salida Council Approval of Jane’s Place
The Chaffee County Community Foundation applauds the unwavering and unanimous support and leadership of the Salida City Council and City staff for approving the planned development known as Jane’s Place on Tuesday night.
Chaffee Commissioners hear public comments about BlueTriton spring-water operations
Chaffee County Commissioners heard a final round of public comments during the latest episode in the BlueTriton Brands 1041 permit saga Tuesday in Salida.
2021 City of Salida Street Reconstruction Project Update
The Salida Public Works Department has multiple roadway capital projects underway. This includes numerous work locations for reconstruction, utility related improvements, and improvements to sidewalk, curb and gutter, and crosswalks. B Street reconstruction from 1st...
Search Continues For Two Males That Could Be Armed
On Tuesday June 1st, 2021 at approximately 5:39 am, a citizen of Salida observed two suspicious male subjects loading lumber onto a trailer being pulled by a white full size truck. While the citizen was observing the two men, they got into the vehicle and left the...
Search Underway for Two Men in Eagle Moon Area
Law enforcement is attempting to locate a party, that was involved in an incident early this morning. At this time we know that the party is a white male and has a beard. There may be a 2nd party, but we are trying to confirm that at this time. The person may be...
HRRMC Auxiliary Awards Scholarship
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center Auxiliary is proud to announce their 2021 scholarship has been awarded to Raley Patch of Salida. This scholarship awards an annual amount of $1,000 for four recurring years, subject to a renewal process each year. Patch, a...
Suspect in Early Morning Reverse 911 Call Apprehended
A reverse 911 call was issued early Friday morning asking residents to be on the lookout for a fleeing suspect. Chaffee County Deputies and Salida Police Officers have now apprehended the individual.
Independence Pass Is Open
Independence Pass joined Cottonwood Pass in reopening for the summer season. The pass, which is on Highway 82 between Pitkin and Lake counties, reaches over 12,000 feet and offers stunning views for travelers making their way to and from Aspen. Vehicles 35 feet...
Morphew Back in Court
Barry Morphew, the man accused of killing his wife Suzanne Morphew, was back in court late Thursday afternoon for the second time since his arrest on May 5th. The majority of the hearing centered around evidence Morphew’s defense team wants to be turned over. The...
