đž Pet of the Week: Meet Switch
This weekâs Pet of the Week is Switch, a sweet and affectionate 4-year-old cat currently in the care of Ark-Valley Humane Society. Switchâs story began on a cold winter night when she was accidentally caught in a humane trap while AVHS...
Free Christmas Dinner Offered at Salida Community Center
The Salida Community Center will host its annual Christmas Dinner on Thursday, December 25, serving the community from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The traditional holiday meal is free and will be available through dine-in, carry-out, and delivery options, ensuring...
âWhatâs Up Salidaâ Community Coffee Happening Tomorrow
The Heart of the Rockies Chamber of Commerce is inviting the public to attend âWhatâs Up Salidaâ, a community coffee event taking place tomorrow from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the Salida Community Center. This informal gathering brings together local business...
Hallford Funeral Home Owners Plead Guilty in State Court
Jon and Carie Hallford, co-owners of the Return to Nature Funeral Home, entered guilty pleas to multiple state charges yesterday in connection with a case that shocked communities across Colorado. Investigators discovered nearly 200 decomposing...
High Wind and Red Flag Fire Warnings Issued Across Colorado
Residents across much of Colorado are urged to take precautions as High Wind Warnings and Red Flag Fire Warnings remain in effect due to dangerous weather conditions. Today has been declared a no burn day because of strong and sustained winds. Wind gusts are expected...
Weather Forecast for December 17th
Hereâs your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Windy conditions return to the area today. Gusts in excess of 50 mph can be expected. Snow showers with light accumulation will be possible over the higher peaks into Thursday. 1 to 3 inches can...
Free Nurturing Parenting Class Offered to Support Local Families in Poncha Springs
Families in Chaffee County will soon have access to a free, supportive parenting resource designed to strengthen families and enrich childrenâs lives. Beginning in January 2026, the Nurturing Parenting Class will be offered weekly in Poncha Springs, providing parents...
Scammers Posing as City Community Development Department
The City has been alerted to a phishing scam in which hackers are posing as the City of Salida Community Development Department. These emails come from the address - and request payment via wire transfer. If you...
High winds forecast and fire weather watch in place for parts of the Front Range
Denver - The Colorado Department of Transportation is urging motorists to prepare for dangerous travel conditions as high winds are forecast to impact the Front Range, where peak gusts may reach 75 to 85 mph on Dec. 17. Wind speeds will lessen as you move east of...
‘Finish the AVC Act’ passes U.S. Senate
The Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit (AVC) Act unanimously passed the Senate Tuesday, Dec. 16, by unanimous acclamation and will head to the Presidentâs desk to be signed into law. Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper sponsored the...
Buena Vista Girls Basketball Defeats Lake County 53-19
The Lady Demons dominate the Lake County Panthers with crushing defense that led to offense for the whole team. The Lady Demons improve to 3-1 on the year with the 53-19 victory. Check out highlights from tonight's game sponsored by Buena Vista Ace Hardware here....
USPS Holiday Shipping Deadlines Approaching for Christmas Delivery
Several important deadlines are approaching this week for anyone planning to send gifts through the United States Postal Service and have them arrive before Christmas. Tomorrow is the deadline to mail packages using USPS Ground Advantage...
