South Ark Project Continues with Trail Upgrades and Future Open Space Access
Salida, Co- Construction on the South Ark Neighborhood Infrastructure Phase I project has been underway for the past several months, with significant progress made on site preparation and water main extensions along the US-50 corridor. The project will provide the...
Sports in the Rockies 05-12-2026
Andrew Stossmeister was back tonight for another installment of Sports In The Rockies at the Poncha Pub. As we start closing in on the end of spring sports, Andrew spoke with some of the spring sport coaches about their season this far. If you missed the show, don't...
Robert Harold McCormick May 9, 1947 ~ May 6, 2026
Robert McCormick Obituary Robert Harold McCormick, age 78, of Salida, Colorado, died Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at the Conejos County Hospital in Colorado. He was born May 9, 1947 in Salida, CO to Harold and Evelyn McCormick. Robert lived in Salida, graduating from Salida...
Christopher B. Clements July 7, 1947 ~ May 4, 2026
Christopher Clements Obituary Chris Clements, formerly of Chestertown, Maryland, passed away on May 4, 2026, after calling Buena Vista home for the past 50 years. Chris retired from Buena Vista Corrections in 1995 following a dedicated 19-year career. Even after...
Dell Herschel Morfitt June 10, 1948 ~ May 7, 2026
Dell Morfitt Obituary Dell Herschel Morfitt, age 77, of Moffat, CO passed away on May 7, 2026 at his home surrounded by family. Dell was born June 10, 1948 in Sibley, Iowa to Delmar and Mary (Thorp) Morfitt. The family moved to Paxton, Nebraska where he lived for 13...
Chaffee County Patriots to Host Town Hall on ‘Freedom to Petition’
Chaffee County Patriots will host a Town Hall discussion on “Freedom to Petition” this Thursday evening in Buena Vista. The event is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion Hall.
Arkansas River Outfitters Preparing for Full 2026 Rafting Season Despite Low Snowpack
Arkansas River Outfitters Association says its members are preparing for a full 2026 rafting and fishing season despite below-average snowpack and expectations for lower river flows this year. Outfitters across the Arkansas River Valley report they are open, staffed...
Salida Community Center Hosting Community BBQ This Saturday
Salida Community Center is sponsoring a Community BBQ this Saturday as part of preparations for this summer’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Community Center located at the...
Chaffee County Public Health Seeking Volunteer Trishaw Pilots in Buena Vista
Chaffee County Public Health is inviting Buena Vista residents to participate in a unique volunteer opportunity this summer by becoming trained Trishaw pilots. The program offers free bike rides for older adults, helping provide fresh air, social connection and...
Buena Vista Trustees to Hold Regular Meeting Tonight
Town of Buena Vista Trustees will hold a regular meeting tonight beginning at 7 p.m., following a work session scheduled for 6 p.m. During the work session, Trustees will hear presentations from the Recreation Department and the Town Treasurer. Under the consent...
Salida Police Warn Public About Fraudulent Emails Impersonating Police Chief
The Salida Police Department is warning the public about several suspicious or fraudulent emails that appear to have been sent by Police Chief Russ Johnson. According to the department, the emails may contain encrypted links and credentials designed to make the...
Weather Forecast for May 12th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Mostly sunny skies and warm temperatures continue. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 87. A low of 47. (87) The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 83, a low of 39. (81)...
