Weather Forecast for June 21st
Salida & BV: Sunny and breezy, with a high near 86. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph. Then back down to an overnight low near 49. SAN LUIS VALLEY: Sunny, with a high near 86. Tonight we will see a low around 46. LEADVILLE & FAIRPLAY: Sunny, with a high near...
Weather Forecast for June 20th
A Red Flag warning remains in effect throughout the region SALIDA & BUENA: Mostly sunny, with a high near 89. Breezy, Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. Tonight we will see a low near 51. San Luis Valley: Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. Breezy,...
Free Pet Microchips and ID Tags Available Next Week in Buena Vista
The Ark Valley Humane Society will offer free microchip and pet ID tag services throughout next week, Monday through Sunday, at its shelter located at Ark Valley Humane Society Shelter on Gregg Drive. The free services include microchip implantation for both cats and...
Free Google Business Workshop Offered for Local Business Owners
The Central Mountain Small Business Development Center is offering a free, hands-on workshop to help local business owners improve their Google Business Profile and strengthen their online presence. Participants will learn how to appear more effectively in Google...
Weekend Activities Around the Arkansas Valley
The 78th annual FIBArk, the nation's longest-running whitewater festival, continues through Sunday in Salida. Today's activities include carnival rides and live music at Riverside Park through 10 p.m. River competitions include the Head-to-Head Raft and SUP Sprint,...
FIBArk Festival Continues Through Sunday in Salida
The 78th annual FIBArk, the nation's longest-running whitewater festival, continues through Sunday in Salida. Today's activities include carnival rides, food vendors, and live music at Riverside Park through 10 p.m. River events include the Head-to-Head Raft and SUP...
KO Fire in Fremont County Now Fully Contained
Fire officials report that the KO Fire in Fremont County is now 100 percent contained. The fire prompted mandatory evacuation orders in the area of Fremont County Road F45 and resulted in the temporary closure of Colorado Highway 115. Authorities say...
Juneteenth Holiday Closures Today
Today is Juneteenth, a federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. As a result, most federal, state, county, and local government offices are closed today. Banking institutions and financial offices are also closed in observance of the...
Weather Forecast for June 19th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Warm and windy conditions will continue into the weekend. Isolated showers will be possible this afternoon with fire weather conditions returning on Saturday. Salida and Buena Vista...
Flow Report for Thursday, June 18
Happy FIBArk! Here’s your flow report for Thursday, June 18. The Arkansas River is running low, making for fun and technical rapids throughout the day. Current river flows: Pine Creek / Numbers: 269 cubic feet per second Browns Canyon: 337 CFS Royal Gorge: 391 CFS...
City of Salida Offering Free Lifeguard Certification Opportunity
The Salida is offering a Lifeguard Certification Program during the month of July for individuals interested in working at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center. The program is open to both students seeking their first job and adults looking for part-time employment....
78th FIBArk Whitewater Festival Kicks Off Today in Salida
The 78th annual FIBArk begins its four-day run today, bringing whitewater competition, live entertainment, family activities, and community celebrations to Salida. Events will take place throughout Riverside Park and along the Arkansas River. Today's festivities begin...
