Salida City Council to Hold Work Session Tonight
The Salida City Council will hold a work session tonight beginning at 6 p.m. Several updates and discussion items are scheduled for the meeting, including reports from the Chaffee Housing Authority, the PROST Board, and an update on SteamPlant cost...
Highway 69 Resurfacing Project Begins Between Hillside and Texas Creek
The Colorado Department of Transportation will begin a highway resurfacing project today on Highway 69 between Hillside and Texas Creek. The work will include resurfacing both the northbound and southbound lanes, constructing a new maintenance pull-off, installing...
Salida Fire Department Conducting Live-Fire Training Through Wednesday
The Salida Fire Department is continuing live-fire training exercises behind the new firehouse at 507 Scott Street through Wednesday. Residents in the area may notice smoke during the early morning hours. City officials say the smoke is part of planned and controlled...
Man Dies After Fishing Boat Capsizes on Lake Pueblo During High Winds
High winds and choppy conditions on Lake Pueblo over the weekend led to a tragic boating accident that left one man dead and another rescued after their fishing boat overturned. According to authorities, the incident occurred when strong winds and rough waters caused...
Weather Forecast on Monday March 16th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Warm, dry and windy conditions can be expected this week. Winds today will be gusting to 40 mph. Critical fire weather returns on Wednesday. Salida and Buena Vista will...
Weather Forecast for March 15th
Here's your forecast from Heart of The Rockies Radio: Sunday will bring a mix of sunshine, strong winds, and a few lingering snow showers across central and southern Colorado, with the chilliest conditions expected in the high country. Salida & Buena...
#5 Salida Girls Basketball Are 3A State Basketball Champions!
The Salida Girls are the 3A State Basketball Champions for the first time in program history. The Salida girls defeated the #3 Yuma Outlaws 48-38 to win their first state title. The girls end the year 25-3 with most wins in program history. Check out highlights from...
Weather Forecast for Saturday, March 14th
RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 10 PM SATURDAY FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY. Winds will stay around 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph today. Salida & Buena Vista: Sunny, with a high near 69. Very windy, with winds increasing to 35...
Salida Girls Are Headed to the State Championship Game For First Time in Program History!
The Salida Girls Basketball team is playing in the state championship game for the first time in program history. The #5 Salida girls upset #1 Denver Christian Thunder 50-47. Check out highlights from the history making game sponsored by Salida Ace Hardware here....
Run Through Time Race Returns to Salida This Weekend
The 21st annual Run Through Time race takes place tomorrow in Salida, bringing runners to the Arkansas Hills Trail system and surrounding dirt roads for a day of trail running and community fun. The event features a marathon, half marathon, and a two-mile fun run,...
Highway 69 Resurfacing Project Begins Monday
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) will begin a highway resurfacing project Monday on Highway 69, stretching from Hillside to Texas Creek. The project will include resurfacing both the northbound and southbound lanes, construction of a maintenance...
Live Fire Training Planned Behind Salida Fire Station
The Salida Fire Department will be conducting live-fire training exercises behind the new fire station at 507 Scott Street through next Wednesday. Residents in the area may notice smoke during the early morning hours. City officials say the smoke is part of a planned...
