“What’s Up Salida” Networking Coffee Planned for Tomorrow
Community members are invited to attend “What’s Up Salida,” a monthly networking coffee bringing together elected officials, business leaders, nonprofit organizations, and local residents. The event will take place tomorrow from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the Salida...
Free Google Business Profile Workshop Planned in Buena Vista
The Central Mountain Small Business Development Center is offering a free, hands-on workshop designed to help business owners strengthen their Google Business Profile and improve their online visibility. Participants will learn how to improve their presence in Google...
Chaffee County Seeking Applicants for Common Ground Advisory Committee
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is accepting letters of interest from residents interested in serving on the Chaffee County Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee. The county is seeking to fill three positions on the committee, including one regular...
Colorado DMV Warns Drivers About Vehicle Title Scam
The Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles is warning vehicle owners about a scam in which third-party “helpers” illegally gain ownership of vehicles while claiming to assist with registration or title issues. According to the DMV, scammers often target individuals who...
State Patrol Seeking Witnesses in Serious Highway 50 Crash
The Colorado State Patrol is asking for witnesses or dashcam footage related to a two-vehicle crash that resulted in serious injuries on U.S. Highway 50 just east of Texas Creek on Monday afternoon. According to preliminary reports, the driver of a white Chevrolet...
Weather Forecast for June 17th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Fire weather conditions can be expected again today due to warm temperatures, low humidity and gusty winds. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 93. A low of 51. (93) The San Luis Valley can...
Chaffee County Seeking Applicants for Common Ground Advisory Committee
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is accepting letters of interest from residents interested in serving on the Chaffee County Common Ground Citizens Advisory Committee. The county is seeking to fill three positions on the committee, including one regular...
CPW Relocates More Than 1,000 Trout Ahead of Antero Reservoir Drawdown
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has relocated more than 1,000 trout from Antero Reservoir ahead of a planned reservoir drawdown. Wildlife officials said rainbow, brown, cutthroat, and hybrid trout were captured and transferred to Eleven Mile Reservoir and the South Platte...
Bringing Our Valley Hope to Discuss Human Trafficking at Monthly Meeting
The Bringing Our Valley Hope will hold its monthly meeting tomorrow at the Buena Vista Community Center beginning at 3 p.m. The featured topic will be “What is Human Trafficking and Does it Happen in Colorado’s Central Valley?” The presentation will explore...
Salida City Council to Consider Wildfire Code, Zoning Updates, and Noise Ordinance
The Salida City Council will conduct a regular meeting tonight beginning at 6 p.m. Among the items on the agenda, council members will consider adoption of the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code, a measure designed to strengthen wildfire preparedness and...
Chaffee County Commissioners to Consider School District Agreement and Library Board Appointment
The Chaffee County Board of Commissioners is meeting today at the Chaffee County Safety Complex. Among the items on the agenda, commissioners will consider a memorandum of understanding with the Salida School District regarding a proposed real estate transaction....
Red Flag Fire Warning in Effect Across the Region
A Red Flag Fire Warning remains in effect as a combination of warm temperatures, low humidity, and gusty winds creates extremely dangerous fire conditions. Fire officials warn that any fire that starts could spread rapidly and become difficult to control. Extreme fire...
