Monarch Mountain Wraps Up Season with Closing Weekend Celebration
It’s the final weekend of the season at Monarch Mountain, with the resort set to close for the season on Sunday. Monarch is sending off the season with a full lineup of festivities. Today marks Ski Patrol Appreciation Day, honoring the team that keeps the slopes safe,...
Chaffee County Republicans to Hold Assembly in Poncha Springs
The Chaffee County Republican Party will hold its county assembly tomorrow at Poncha Springs Town Hall, with proceedings set to begin at 9 a.m. During the meeting, Republicans are expected to discuss preparations and key details for the upcoming Republican State...
Investigation Underway After Human Remains Found in Costilla County
The Costilla County Sheriff’s Office has requested assistance from the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) following the discovery of human remains earlier this week. According to authorities, a hiker found the remains on Tuesday in the Sangre de Cristo Ranches...
Highway 115 Reopens After Closure Due to 24 Fire
Highway 115 has officially reopened following a temporary closure that began on the 18th due to the 24 Fire burning on Fort Carson land in Fremont County. The wildfire has grown to approximately 7,400 acres and is now 60% contained, with crews continuing to make...
Weather Forecast for March 27th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Cooler temperatures can be expected today but warm back up for the weekend. Critical fire weather conditions return Saturday and Sunday. Salida and Buena Vista will see a high of...
Catherine Ruth Gonzales October 26, 1951 ~ March 22, 2026
Catherine Ruth Gonzales, the oldest of 4 siblings born to Joe and Bernie Martinez on October 26, 1951 in Gilman, Co. Affectionately known as Cathy to all who loved her, leaves behind a beautiful legacy of laughter, music, and unwavering devotion to her family. Cathy...
Mountainfilm on Tour Comes to Salida Tonight
The Greater Arkansas River Nature Association is bringing Mountainfilm on Tour to Salida this evening, offering a night of inspiring films and community engagement. The event runs from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at SteamPlant Event Center and will feature a curated selection of...
Chaffee County Launches “Safer Together” Self-Defense and De-Escalation Program
Chaffee County Public Health is introducing a new community safety initiative designed to help residents feel more confident and prepared in potentially dangerous situations. The program, called Safer Together, combines practical self-defense training with techniques...
Buena Vista Police to Host Safety Training for Churches and Businesses
The Buena Vista Police Department will host a specialized safety training session for local churches and businesses on April 8, focusing on building security, threat assessment, and emergency preparedness. According to BV Police, the training comes in direct response...
Court Reversal Deals Setback in Chaffee County Land-Use Dispute
A long-running land-use dispute in Chaffee County has taken a significant turn following direction from the Colorado Court of Appeals. District 11 Judge Amanda Hunter has formally reversed her earlier ruling that favored Alison Brown in her lawsuit against Chaffee...
Highway 115 Closed as 24 Fire Continues to Burn in Fremont County
Highway 115 remains closed as crews continue battling the 24 Fire, which is burning on Fort Carson land in Fremont County. The wildfire has grown to approximately 7,400 acres and was reported to be 44% contained as of last night. Investigators have determined that the...
Chaffee prevails in latest chapter of Brown legal saga
Under direction of the Colorado Court of Appeals, District 11 Judge Amanda Hunter has ordered a reversal of a ruling that favored Alison Brown, Ph.D., in her lawsuit against Chaffee County over a land-use dispute. Hunter had originally ruled that Chaffee County...
