Red Flag Warning Issued as Fire Restrictions Expand Across Region
A Red Flag Fire Warning has been issued for much of the region as dry conditions and elevated fire danger continue. In response, the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service have both implemented Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. Under Stage 1 restrictions,...
Weather Forecast for April 3rd
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Mostly sunny and windy conditions can be expected today. Winds will be gusting to 40 mph. A Red Flag Fire Warning is in effect. A sunny, mild weekend is...
Chaffee County Launches ‘We Are Chaffee’s Heart’ Mental Health Support Program
Chaffee County Public Health has introduced “We Are Chaffee’s Heart,” a new initiative aimed at strengthening mental health support across the community. The program focuses on helping participants recognize and respond to signs of emotional distress, reduce stigma...
Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce Seeks Executive Director
The Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its Executive Director position. The role will work closely with the Board of Directors to oversee marketing efforts, drive membership growth, coordinate events, and manage the...
Buena Vista Farmers Market to Return Under New Management After Foodshed Alliance Exit
The Foodshed Alliance has announced it will discontinue the Buena Vista Farmers Market following years of challenges. In a statement released March 30, the organization said that despite experimenting with four different days and five locations over the past decade,...
CDOT Continues Highway 69 Resurfacing Project with Delays Expected
The Colorado Department of Transportation is continuing resurfacing work along Highway 69 between Hillside and Texas Creek. The project includes resurfacing both northbound and southbound lanes, constructing a maintenance pull-off, installing new guardrails, and...
South Arkansas Fire District Hiring Firefighters and Key Support Staff Ahead of High-Risk Season
The South Arkansas Fire Protection District is seeking certified wildland firefighters to help protect the community as officials prepare for what is considered to be a high-risk fire season. In addition to firefighting positions, the district is also hiring a...
DA’s Office to Host Public Forum on Costilla County Sheriff’s Office Concerns
The 12th Judicial District Attorney’s Office is inviting members of the Costilla County community to share concerns about negative interactions with the sheriff’s office during an open forum tonight. The meeting will focus on ongoing efforts to investigate reports of...
Weather Forecast for April 2nd
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Rain and snow showers will continue through Friday, impacting mostly the central and northern mountains. Otherwise, mostly sunny skies and windy conditions can be expected. Winds will be gusting...
Sports In The Rockies 04-01-2026
This is no April Fool's joke! Sports in the Rockies was back tonight at the Poncha Pub as Chaffee County gets going with Spring Sports. Andrew Stossmeister and Len Gates talked with Heidi Slaymaker and Greg Perrin about the start of soccer and baseball. If you missed...
Salida Schools Earn ‘Snow Day’ After Soccer Ticket Goal Reached
Students in Salida Schools will get a day off tomorrow after the district reached its ticket sales goal for an upcoming rivalry soccer match. Superintendent Dr. David Blackburn announced that Thursday will be a “Snow Day” after the community met the milestone of...
Colorado’s Hands-Free Driving Law Linked to Drop in Distracted Driving and Crashes
A recent Colorado law banning the use of hand-held devices while driving is showing measurable improvements in road safety across the state. According to a new study, distracted driving declined by nearly 5% over the past year and dropped by 8% in the first month...
