Halloween Events in Salida, Buena Vista, and Poncha Springs
Get ready for a fun-filled Halloween in Chaffee County with events happening across Salida, Buena Vista, and Poncha Springs. In Salida, the Heart of the Rockies Halloween kicks off tonight with activities at Alpine Park and on F Street. From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., enjoy...
Over 7,300 Ballots Cast in Chaffee County General Election
According to Chaffee County Clerk Lori Mitchell, 7,323 residents have already cast ballots in the ongoing General Election. In-person voting remains open at the Salida Voter Center, located at 235 West 10th Street, available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4...
Highlands Lake Fire in Teller County 80% Contained, Restrictions Lifted
The Highlands Lake Fire in Teller County has reached 80% containment, and all restrictions, including evacuations, were lifted by the Teller County Sheriff’s Office as of yesterday. The fire, which burned over 160 acres and tragically destroyed one home, is suspected...
New Arrival: Avie XianRui Sako
SALIDA, Colo.— Avie XianRui Sako was born at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center’s Family Birthing Center in Salida on October 28, 2024 at 5:59 a.m. She weighed 6 pounds, 2 ounces, and measured 19 inches long. Avie’s parents are Tiffany and Rick Sako of Buena...
Mary A. Messamer – September 18, 1928 ~ October 26, 2024
Mary Helen Cline Messamer passed away peacefully in Buena Vista, Colorado on October 26, 2024. She was born in McClave, Colorado on September 18, 1928. She was the only child of Joseph Keith and Sarah Mae Spitzer Cline. Her family eventually moved to McPherson, Kansas...
Thursday, October 31st Weather
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Mostly sunny skies and milder temperatures can be expected today and into the weekend. There will be an increase in precipitation probabilities late in the weekend into early next week. Salida and Buena...
El Pomar Foundation approves $87,000 to organizations in the Central Peaks region
Colorado Springs, Colo. — October 30, 2024 — El Pomar Trustees approved $87,000 allocated to eight nonprofit organizations and government entities in the Central Peaks region at the Foundation’s September Trustees meeting. Through the Foundation’s grant making...
Meet Calvin – Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week!
2 year-old Calvin recently arrived from one of Ark-Valley Humane Society's transfer partners. Through transfer partnerships, AVHS has worked with 17 shelters in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Texas, and California. Last year, AVHS was able to transfer in 125...
Salida Hosts Halloween Festivities with Safety Reminders and DUI Enforcement
Halloween celebrations are underway in Salida with Heart of the Rockies Halloween tomorrow evening in downtown Salida! From 5 to 8 p.m., F Street (from 3rd to 15th Street) will be closed for the festivities, featuring activities at Alpine Park and along F Street....
Final Voting Details for Chaffee County Ahead of Election Day
Election Day is almost here! In-person voting will continue at the Salida Voter Center (235 West 10th Street) until the polls close on Election Day, November 5. The Salida Voter Center hours are: Monday–Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to noon Election Day,...
Cottonwood and Independence Passes Closing for Winter 2024-25
Cottonwood Pass is set to close for the winter season this Friday at 6 a.m. The pass, which reaches an elevation of 12,120 feet, connects Chaffee and Gunnison Counties via Chaffee County Road 306 and Gunnison County Road 209. Due to heavy snow accumulation, Cottonwood...
Chaffee County Reports Increase in Pertussis Cases: Symptoms, Prevention, and Vaccination
Chaffee County Public Health has reported a recent uptick in pertussis (whooping cough) cases in the area. Pertussis is a highly contagious respiratory infection that begins with cold-like symptoms—runny nose, low-grade fever, and a mild cough. After about a week, it...
