WinterFest Brings Ski Films, Music, and Community to Buena Vista Tonight
The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association (GARNA) and Buena Vista Mountain Adventures will host WinterFest tonight, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Lariat on East Main Street in Buena Vista. The event features an evening of ski films, live music, and a silent...
Monarch Mountain Opens No Name Basin, Expanding Lift-Served Terrain
Monarch Mountain opened its long-anticipated No Name Basin today, significantly expanding the ski area’s lift-served terrain. The opening adds 377 acres and 12 new runs to Monarch’s offerings, giving skiers and riders access to expansive views and a variety of new...
Central Colorado Humanists Open Applications for 2026 Education Scholarships
Central Colorado Humanists are now accepting applications for their 2026 Education Scholarships, offering financial support to students pursuing post-secondary education. This year, the organization is partnering with the Chaffee County Community Foundation and...
City of Salida Seeks Volunteers for Advisory Commissions
The City of Salida is seeking volunteers to serve on two advisory commissions: the Historic Preservation Commission and the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission. Residents interested in applying may submit their applications by email to the City Clerk...
Colorado Population Surpasses 6 Million, Renewing Focus on Growth Challenges
New estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau show that Colorado’s population has surpassed 6 million residents, marking a year-over-year increase of 0.92 percent. Governor Jared Polis welcomed the milestone, pointing to the state’s continued appeal. “The secret is out,...
Colorado Snowpack Remains at Record Lows Despite Recent Winter Storm
Despite a winter storm last weekend that delivered a foot or more of snow to parts of Colorado’s high country, statewide snowpack levels remain at record lows, and forecasters say the medium-term outlook offers little immediate relief. The recent storm provided a...
Weather Forecast for January 29th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Light snow will remain possible over the mountains today, with little to no impact expected. Otherwise, expect mostly sunny skies along with mild and breezy conditions. Winds will be out of the...
Sierra Storey Obituary
Sierra Lorene Storey Obituary Sierra Lorene Storey, age 32, died in Aurora, Colorado. She was born in Leadville, Colorado on March 27th, 1993 to Annette and Jeffery Nichols. She is preceded in death by her brother, Bretton Storey. She is survived by her parents;...
Community-Led Campaign Launches to Sustain Salida Fireworks Celebrations
A new community-led effort is underway to ensure that Salida’s fireworks celebrations can continue well into the future. The Chaffee County Community Foundation (CCCF), in partnership with the Salida Community Center, High Country Bank, and the City of Salida, has...
Buena Vista Girls Basketball Defeats Banning Lewis 45-22
The Lady Demons advance to 11-3 on the season after getting their fourth consecutive win against the Lady Stallions. 45-22 Listen below to the Buena Vista Ace Hardware sponsored highlights from tonight's game....
David Patrick “Pretty Boy” Soules October 10, 1963 ~ January 21, 2026
David passed away at 62 on January 21, 2026. He was born October 10, 1963. He lived in Salida CO and was born in Thornton CO.Growing up, he lived in Buena Vista CO and the Temple/Belton TX area.He started working at a young age to support his mother and sister, but...
CHAFFEE COUNTY DEMOCRATS TO HOLD CAUCUS AND ASSEMBLY
The Chaffee County Democrats will hold their County Caucus followed by the County Assembly at the Salida Middle School on Saturday, March 7th from 11 am to 3 pm. These meetings are where Democrats elect local party leaders, choose delegates and vote on which...
