Salida Schools Earn ‘Snow Day’ After Soccer Ticket Goal Reached
Students in Salida Schools will get a day off tomorrow after the district reached its ticket sales goal for an upcoming rivalry soccer match. Superintendent Dr. David Blackburn announced that Thursday will be a “Snow Day” after the community met the milestone of...
Colorado’s Hands-Free Driving Law Linked to Drop in Distracted Driving and Crashes
A recent Colorado law banning the use of hand-held devices while driving is showing measurable improvements in road safety across the state. According to a new study, distracted driving declined by nearly 5% over the past year and dropped by 8% in the first month...
24 Fire Near Fort Carson Reaches 96% Containment
Fire officials at Fort Carson report continued progress on the 24 Fire burning in Fremont County. The wildfire remains at 7,400 acres, with containment now at 96%, marking significant gains in control efforts. Highway 115 remains open, and all pre-evacuation notices...
Weather Forecast for April 1st
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Moderate to heavy snow will continue over the mountains through the evening hours. Rain can be expected over the lower elevations. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of...
Salida Recognized as a Top “Trail Town”
Salida, Colorado has been recognized as a 2026 IMBA Trail Town, a new national designation from the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) honoring communities with an exceptional commitment to building, maintaining, and celebrating trail systems....
Fremont County Electronics Recycling Event Set for April 25
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New Costilla County Sheriff Joe Smith Outlines Plan to Restore Trust and Stability
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Chaffee County Growing Strong Kids EXPO
“We Are Chaffee’s HEART”: Free Program Builds Mental Health Support Skills in the Community
Salida Community Center to Host Monthly Drive-Through Food Distribution
The Salida Community Center will hold its monthly food distribution tomorrow beginning at 10 a.m. The event will be conducted as a drive-through. Participants are asked to remain in their vehicles while food is brought directly to them. No paperwork is required....
Buena Vista Chamber to Host Monthly Community Coffee Event
The Buena Vista Chamber of Commerce will host its monthly Community Coffee tomorrow morning from 8 to 9 a.m. at the BV Community Center. The event brings together business leaders, elected officials, and local nonprofit organizations to share updates and discuss...
South Arkansas Fire District Seeking Wildland Firefighters, Hiring Key Support Role
The South Arkansas Fire Protection District is urgently seeking certified wildland firefighters as officials prepare for what experts are calling a high-risk fire season. The district is looking to add personnel to help protect the community and strengthen emergency...
