Chaffee County Economic Development Corporation Hosts 2026 Ascent Launch Event in Salida
The Chaffee County Economic Development Corporation (CCEDC) is hosting the 2026 Ascent Launch Event tonight at Salida’s SteamPlant, bringing together local leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members for an evening focused on economic growth and collaboration. The...
Colorado Delays Third Round of Gray Wolf Reintroduction This Winter
Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) officials announced yesterday that a planned third round of gray wolf reintroduction, expected to take place this winter, will no longer move forward. The decision comes just one month after CPW received a letter from the federal...
Travel Expected to Become Hazardous This Weekend as Winter Weather Moves In
Travel conditions across Colorado are expected to deteriorate this weekend as winter weather impacts the region, bringing slick and snow-covered roads. Drivers are urged to use caution and plan ahead as conditions may change rapidly. The Colorado Department of...
Colorado Snowpack Slips Further Below Average as State Awaits Arctic Front
Colorado’s winter snowpack continues to tell a sobering story as the state reaches another unwelcome milestone in an already challenging season. As of this week, Colorado’s statewide snowpack sits at just 57% of the seasonal average, marking a 6% decline from last...
Weather Forecast for January 22nd
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Artic air will push into the area late tonight and last into Sunday. Very cold temperatures and snow is expected Friday through early Sunday. Up to 2 feet of new snow will be possible along the Divide,...
Chaffee County Republican Central Committee Elects Tom McCracken as New Chair
The Chaffee County Republican Central Committee (CCRCC) is proud to announce theunanimous election of Tom McCracken as its new Chair during its January 2026 meeting.McCracken, a dedicated conservative leader with deep roots in Chaffee County, steps intothe role...
Salida Boys Basketball Defeats James Irwin 63-48
The Salida Spartans get their third win in a row against the James Irwin Jaguars after their win 63-48. Listen to the Salida Ace Hardware sponsored highlights below....
Salida Girls Basketball Defeats James Irwin 66-40
The Salida girls basketball team gets their sixth win in a row and advances to 8-2 on the season after the win over the Lady Jaguars. 66-40. Listen to the game highlights brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
Original Paintings by Salida Artist Sally Mather on Display at HRRMC
SALIDA, Colo.— A collection of original paintings from Salida artist Sally Mather are on display at Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC) now through March 31 of this year. Mather’s connection to healthcare goes beyond her exhibit at HRRMC, as she...
Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office Accepting Applications for Student Scholarship
The Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for a $500 scholarship aimed at supporting local students pursuing post-secondary education. The scholarship will be awarded to one student who plans to attend either a vocational training program or an...
League of Women Voters to Host Public Forum on Colorado’s TABOR Amendment
The League of Women Voters of Chaffee County will host an open community forum focused on the Colorado Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR), offering residents an opportunity to learn more about the amendment, its impacts, and emerging ideas for potential modifications to...
Middle School Students Invited to Compete in National Civics Bee
Middle school students across the Upper Arkansas Valley are encouraged to apply for the National Civics Bee, a nonpartisan competition designed to promote civic engagement and community involvement. The competition is open to students from public, private, charter,...
