Robert A Backofen February 16, 1946 ~ June 16, 2026
Robert Backofen Obituary Robert Backofen February 16, 1946 – June 16, 2026 Robert Backofen passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on February 16, 1946, in Rockville, Connecticut, Robert grew up with a strong sense...
Flow Report for Tuesday, June 23
Here’s your flow report for Tuesday, June 23. The Arkansas River is running low, making for fun and technical rapids throughout the valley. Current river flows: Pine Creek / Numbers: 197 cubic feet per second Browns Canyon: 264 CFS Royal Gorge: 273 CFS Looking ahead,...
Plant Sale Benefiting Brew & Bloom
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Free Lifeguard Certification Program Offered in Salida
The Salida is offering a Lifeguard Certification Program during the month of July for individuals interested in employment at the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center. The opportunity is open to students seeking their first job as well as adults looking for part-time...
Free Pet Microchips and ID Tags Available This Week
The Ark Valley Humane Society is offering free microchip and pet identification tag services throughout the week at its shelter located at Ark Valley Humane Society Shelter, 701 Gregg Drive. The program runs Monday through Sunday and includes free microchip...
Last Recommended Day to Mail Primary Election Ballots
Today is the last recommended day for Colorado voters to mail back their primary election ballots. Voters are selecting the candidates they would like to nominate for a variety of county, state, and federal offices that will appear on the general election ballot....
Buena Vista School Board Meets Tonight
The Buena Vista School Board will hold a regular meeting tonight beginning at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will begin with the administration of the Oath of Office to newly appointed board member Joseph Teipel. Following the swearing-in ceremony, board members will hear...
Weather Forecast for June 22nd
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Warm, windy and dry conditions continue. The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Fire Warning. Elevated fire danger is expected. Fires will catch and spread rapidly. No open...
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...
