Salida Baseball Falls to Woodland Park 22-2, 10-0
Salida Baseball is 0-4 on the year after a tough offensive outing against the Woodland Park Panthers. Check out highlights from today's games sponsored by Salida Ace Hardware here....
Community Forum “Immigration 101” Scheduled Tonight in Salida
The First Presbyterian Church in Salida will host a community forum this evening focused on immigration education and awareness. Presented by the church’s Justice and Advocacy Committee, the event—titled Immigration 101—will feature personal immigrant stories...
Colorado DMV Warns of New Scam Texts Targeting Residents
The Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles is alerting residents to a new wave of fraudulent text messages impersonating the agency, as scammers attempt to steal personal and financial information. According to officials, the DMV is aware of the scam and is working...
“The Heat Is On” DUI Patrols Intensify for St. Patrick’s Day
The Colorado State Patrol is joining forces with local law enforcement agencies for a heightened DUI enforcement effort as part of the statewide “The Heat Is On” campaign this St. Patrick’s Day. Drivers across the region can expect to see increased patrol presence,...
Salida City Council to Review Liquor Licenses, Fireworks Funding at Tonight’s Meeting
The Salida City Council will hold its regular meeting tonight at 6 p.m., with several key items on the agenda ranging from liquor licensing decisions to community event planning. Acting as the Liquor Licensing Authority, council members will consider a new liquor...
Funeral Home Co-Owner Sentenced to 18 Years in Federal Fraud Case
Carie Hallford, co-owner of a Penrose funeral home, was sentenced yesterday to 18 years in prison on federal fraud charges, marking another major development in a case that has shocked families and communities across Colorado. According to court officials, Hallford’s...
Weather Forecast for Tuesday March 17
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Warmer and drier conditions can be expected through the end of the week, with the potential for elevated fire weather conditions. Winds today will be gusting to 30 mph. Salida...
Aspen Valley Health launches Epic Connect partnership, pioneering new collaboration model for rural hospitals
ASPEN, Colo. (March 16, 2026) — Aspen Valley Health (AVH) has launched a new Epic Connect partnership that could help reshape how independent rural hospitals access advanced healthcare technology while maintaining local governance. Through Epic’s Community...
South Ark Neighborhood Infrastructure Construction Underway and Temporary Closure of Open Space along River
Salida, Colorado – Construction for the South Ark Neighborhood infrastructure project is officially underway, marking a major step toward expanding workforce housing opportunities and critical infrastructure in the community. Site preparation and construction of...
Application Period Open for Colorado Big-Game Hunting Licenses
The application period for Colorado’s big-game hunting licenses through Colorado Parks and Wildlife is now open and will run through April 7. Colorado Parks and Wildlife encourages hunters hoping to draw a license this year to review the 2026 Colorado Big Game...
Community Forum on Immigration to Be Held in Salida
The First Presbyterian Church in Salida will host a community forum presented by the church’s Justice and Advocacy Committee titled “Immigration 101.” The event will feature stories from immigrants and include discussion aimed at exploring common myths and facts...
Buena Vista School Board to Hold Study Session and Regular Meeting Tonight
The Buena Vista Board of Education will meet tonight beginning at 5 p.m. for a study session focused on the district’s budget and salary schedules. Following the study session, the board will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. Board members are expected to...
