Cottonwood Pass Closed For Winter Season; Independence Pass Remains Open
Cottonwood Pass is officially closed as of today. County officials note that no winter maintenance will occur beyond the gate on County Road 306 until further notice. Meanwhile, Independence Pass (Highway 82) between Twin Lakes and Aspen remains open. The Colorado...
Chaffee Housing Authority Seeks New Board Members
The Chaffee Housing Authority (CHA) is seeking four new members to join its board of directors, with openings representing Salida, Buena Vista, Chaffee County, and one at-large seat. Board members play a key role in shaping local housing policies and guiding the...
Salida City Council to Discuss Ice Rink, Housing, and 3-D Homebuilding at Tonight’s Work Session
The Salida City Council will hold a work session this evening beginning at 6 p.m. Tonight’s agenda includes updates from the Extraordinary Teen Council and the Chaffee Housing Authority, along with a discussion about the potential development of an ice rink in the...
Weather Forecast on November 3rd 2025
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Mostly sunny skies and mild temperatures are in store for the week. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of 69. A low of 35. 71 The San Luis Valley can expect a high of 61, a low of...
High Voter Turnout Expected as Chaffee County Heads to the Polls
As Election Day approaches tomorrow, Chaffee County officials are reporting a steady increase in voter participation. Chaffee County Clerk and Recorder Lori Mitchell is reporting that 1,155 ballots were returned over the weekend for a total of 5,784. Local election...
Chaffee County Activates Emergency Response as SNAP Benefit Delays Loom
Facing a major disruption in federal food-assistance funding, Chaffee County is stepping in, activating a coordinated emergency response to help families in need. Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, funds for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program...
Sunday, November 2nd Weather Forecast
Here's your forecast from Heart of The Rockies Radio-- In Salida & Buena Vista: Will be Sunny & breezy today, with a high near 74. Tonight we will see an overnight low near 33. In The San Luis Valley, Sunny, with a high near 66. Then back down to a low near...
Salida Volleyball Falls to North Fork in Straight Sets
The Salida Spartans fall to straight sets to the North Fork Miners 25-22, 25-23. The Spartans conclude their season at 15-8 overall and await to see where they will travel for regionals. Check out highlights from this afternoon's game sponsored by Salida Ace Hardware...
Buena Vista Volleyball Defeats Middle Park 2-1
The Lady Demons conclude the regular season 19-4 with a victory over the Middle Park Panthers 26-24, 15-25, 15-13. The Demons look to host a regional tournament for the first time in program history. Check out highlights from today's game sponsored by Buena Vista Ace...
Salida Volleyball Defeats Del Norte In Two Sets
The Salida Spartans get their 15th win of the season over the Lady Tigers in two straight sets. 25-12, 25-21. Highlights are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
Saturday, November 1st Weather Forecast
Here's your forecast from Heart of The Rockies Radio: In Salida & Buena Vista, will be sunny, with a high near 62 today then back down to 35 overnight. In the San Luis Valley, Sunny skies are expected with a high near 56. Tonight we will see a low near 30. In...
#1 Buena Vista Football Defeats #6 CSCS 28-7
The Buena Vista Demons end their regular season as All-Out League Champions after their win over the CSCS Lions. The Demons won 28-7 to bring their regular season record to 9-0. Highlights are brought to you by Buena Vista Ace Hardware....
