Weather Forecast for March 24th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Above normal temperatures and dry conditions will last through Thursday. A cold front will move in on Friday but fire concerns are still expected through the weekend. Winds today will be gusting to 30...
CCPH Announces Session 2 of the SAFER TOGETHER Program
Chaffee County, CO- SAFER TOGETHER is a program offered by Chaffee County Public Health (CCPH) that combines practical physical self-defense training with skills to recognize and de-escalate conflict. Instruction is provided with Nonviolent Communication...
Gregory Alan Pace October 2, 1949 ~ March 19, 2026
Celebrating the life of Gregory Alan Pace 10/02/1949-03/19/2026 Born October 2nd, 1949, Greg was the second oldest of six siblings. He loved his family dearly: Sisters Sherron, Beth, Marsha, Sue, & Brother Terry. Greg attended Alamosa High School. After...
Easter Egg Hunt Scheduled for Saturday April 4th
Spaghetti Dinner in Buena Vista to Support Veterans and First Responders
The Sons of the American Legion in Buena Vista will host a community spaghetti dinner on April 25 to benefit Mountains Move, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans, first responders, and their families. Mountains Move is a 501(c)(3) organization that...
Local Businesses Invited to Join “Pinwheels of Possibility” Contest for Child Abuse Awareness Month
Local businesses are encouraged to take part in the “Pinwheels of Possibility” Window Decorating Contest in recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month. Hosted by Chaffee County DHS and Family and Youth Initiatives, the contest begins April 1 and invites businesses to...
Final Call for Artists: Valley Visions Art Showcase Applications Closing Soon
Applications for artists to participate in the 14th annual Valley Visions Art Showcase will close next Monday, according to the Salida Council for the Arts. Valley Visions is a highly anticipated annual exhibition that highlights up to 70 of the region’s top...
“No Kings 3” Rally and March Planned in Salida This Saturday
Ark Valley Indivisible is organizing the “No Kings 3” march and rally this Saturday in Salida as part of a nationwide day of action. The event is scheduled from noon to 2:30 p.m., beginning at Alpine Park. Participants will then march to Riverside Park, where a...
Buena Vista Police Offering Free Safety Training for Churches and Businesses
The Buena Vista Police Department will host a specialized training session focused on building security, threat assessment, and emergency preparedness on April 8. According to BV Police, the training is being offered in response to community requests and increased...
Avalanche Closes Highway 50 Over Monarch Pass, Road Now Reopened with Hazardous Conditions
Highway 50 over Monarch Pass was closed for much of yesterday after an avalanche impacted the area, according to transportation officials. The Colorado Department of Transportation reported the closure extended between Monarch Peak Campground, located about one mile...
24 Fire Expands to 4,600 Acres, Prompts Evacuations and Highway Closure
The 24 Fire burning on Fort Carson land along Highway 115 in Fremont County has rapidly expanded to 4,600 acres and remains 0% contained, according to the latest updates from officials. Due to ongoing fire activity, Highway 115 remains closed as crews work to contain...
March 23rd Weather Forecast
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Above normal temperatures and dry conditions return to the area this week bringing with it critical fire weather conditions. Winds today will be gusting to 30 mph. A Red Flag Fire Warning is in...
