Weather Forecast for May 6th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect through this evening. Snow accumulations of 9 to 11 inches will be possible over the higher terrain. Travel will be difficult, especially over high mountain...
Rita Virginia (Marquis) Blamey August 5, 1931 ~ May 3, 2026
Rita Blamey Obituary It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Rita Virginia Blamey, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left us peacefully on May 3, 2026, at the age of 94. Born in Hooper, Colorado, Rita was a vibrant spirit whose...
Buena Vista Baseball Defeats Salida 15-9
The Buena Vista Demons take home the win after defeating the Salida Spartans in the Chaffee County Showdown 15-9. Below are the Buena Vista highlights brought to you by Buena Vista Ace Hardware....
Rain and Mountain Snow Expected Through Wednesday
Widespread moderate to heavy rain, along with accumulating snow in higher elevations, is expected across the region through Wednesday. Forecasters say colder air moving in tonight will lower snow levels to around 6,000 feet by tomorrow, bringing a mix of rain and snow...
Salida Community Center Hosting Monthly Food Distribution
The Salida Community Center will hold its monthly food distribution tomorrow beginning at 10 a.m. This will be a drive-through event. Participants are asked to remain in their vehicles while food is brought to them. No paperwork is required—attendees will only be...
Buena Vista Community Coffee Set for Tomorrow Morning
The Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly community coffee tomorrow from 8 to 9 a.m. at the BV Community Center. The Buena Vista Community Coffee is free and open to everyone, offering a casual opportunity for residents, business owners, and community...
Volunteer Opportunity Offers Trishaw Rides for Older Adults in Buena Vista
Chaffee County Public Health is inviting Buena Vista residents to take part in a unique volunteer opportunity this summer by becoming trained trishaw pilots. The program offers free bike rides for older adults, creating opportunities for fresh air, social connection,...
Community Meetings Scheduled for Regional Housing Needs Assessment
The Town of Buena Vista will host a Regional Housing Needs Assessment community meeting tonight from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Community Center. The City of Salida will also hold a similar meeting tomorrow evening at the Scout Hut. The Regional Housing Needs Assessment is...
Salida City Council to Consider Flour Mill Development Agreement Tonight
The Salida City Council will hold its regular meeting tonight starting at 6 p.m. Under new business, council members are set to consider a resolution approving a development agreement with Biker and Baker Holdings LLC. The agreement is connected to the proposed Flour...
Midland Tunnel Testing to Cause Delays on County Road 371
Travelers should plan for delays along County Road 371 on Wednesday and Thursday as a tunneling engineering firm conducts required testing on the Midland Tunnel structures. The annual testing is performed to evaluate the structural integrity of the surrounding rock...
Buena Vista Police Arrest Suspect of Business Break-Ins
Buena Vista Police have arrested a suspect following a series of break-ins reported early Sunday morning at multiple local businesses. Authorities say the incidents involved Sundog Colorado, Black Burro Bikes, Builders First Source, Once Upon a Trapeze, as well as a...
Weather Forecast for May 5th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Widespread moderate to heavy rain and higher elevation snow is expected through Wednesday. Up to 9 inches could fall along the Divide. Colder air will move in tonight, dropping snow levels down to 6,000...
