Red Flag Fire Warning Issued For Much of the Region
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Fire Warning for much of the region, signaling dangerous fire weather conditions. A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire conditions are either occurring now or are expected to develop soon. These conditions are...
Weather Forecast for March 5th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Critical fire weather conditions can be expected today as winds pick up ahead of our next weather system. Red Flag Fire Warnings are in effect. Winds will be gusting to 35mph. Light mountain snow,...
Sports In The Rockies 03-04-2026
As the 25-26 basketball season is coming to an end, Andrew Stossmeister and Len Gates speak with the Chaffee County coaches as they get their teams ready for regionals this weekend. On Friday March 6th, the #5 Salida Girls will play #28 Skyview at home at 5p.m, #32...
Community Forum “Immigration 101” Planned in Salida
The Justice and Advocacy Committee at First Presbyterian Church in Salida will host a community forum titled “Immigration 101” later this month. The event will feature immigrant stories and discussions aimed at exploring common myths and increasing understanding about...
Guidestone’s 11th Annual AgriSummit Begins Tomorrow
Guidestone Colorado’s 11th annual AgriSummit kicks off tomorrow and will run through Friday, bringing together farmers, ranchers, food producers, and community members for several days of events focused on agriculture and local food systems. The summit will feature a...
Colorado Big Game License Applications Now Open
Hunters across the state can now apply for 2026 big-game hunting licenses through Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), with the application period open through April 7. CPW is encouraging hunters planning to apply this year to review the 2026 Colorado Big Game brochure,...
Chaffee County Public Health Launches New Women’s Health Programs
Chaffee County Public Health has introduced two new programs aimed at improving access to contraception and helping individuals make informed decisions about if and when to become parents. The programs are designed to reduce barriers to reproductive health services...
Phase 2 of Food Access Grant Launches in Chaffee County
The Chaffee County Community Foundation, in partnership with the City of Salida, Chaffee County, The Colorado Trust, and El Pomar Foundation, has launched Phase 2 of the Food Access Grant, a funding opportunity designed to strengthen food access infrastructure and...
Chaffee County Parties Announce Caucus and Assembly Dates
Chaffee County’s Republican and Democratic parties have announced details for their upcoming county caucuses and assemblies, key events that help determine local party leadership and shape the upcoming primary ballot. The Chaffee County Republican Party will hold its...
Weather Forecast for March 4th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Critical fire weather conditions will ramp up again across the lower elevations as winds pick up ahead of our next weather system. This system will bring showers tomorrow night into Friday. Light...
Chaffee County Community Foundation Announces Phase 2 Food Access Grant Opportunity
(CHAFFEE COUNTY, CO) March 3, 2026 – The Chaffee County Community Foundation (CCCF), in partnership with the City of Salida, Chaffee County, The Colorado Trust, and El Pomar Foundation, is pleased to announce the launch of the Phase 2 Food Access Grant. This funding...
Salida Community Center to Host Monthly Drive-Through Food Distribution
The Salida Community Center will hold its monthly food distribution event tomorrow beginning at 10 a.m. The event will operate as a drive-through distribution. Participants are asked to remain in their vehicles, and food will be brought directly to them. No paperwork...
