Easter Egg Hunts Planned Across Chaffee County This Saturday
Families across Chaffee County will have several opportunities to celebrate Easter this weekend with community egg hunts in Salida, Poncha Springs, and Buena Vista. The Salida Community Center will host its annual Community Easter Egg Hunt beginning at 9 a.m. Saturday...
Sustainable Chaffee to Host ‘Green Drinks’ Event Focused on Safe Streets
Sustainable Chaffee will hold its monthly Green Drinks gathering tonight in Salida, bringing the community together for conversation and connection. The event begins at 6 p.m. at The Office Bar, located at 146 First Street. This month’s discussion will center on the...
Final Day to Apply for Valley Visions Art Showcase in Salida
Today is the final day for artists to apply for the 14th annual Valley Visions Art Showcase. Applications are available online at salidacouncilforthearts.org. The event, hosted by the Salida Council for the Arts, highlights up to 70 established and emerging artists...
Buena Vista Implements Outdoor Watering Restrictions Amid Drought Concerns
The Town of Buena Vista has enacted outdoor watering restrictions as officials warn of worsening drought conditions driven by record low snowpack and rising temperatures. An earlier-than-normal runoff season is expected, which could significantly impact water...
Federal Agencies Implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Across Region
The Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service have both moved into Stage 1 Fire Restrictions as conditions continue to dry across the region. Under Stage 1 restrictions, campfires are only allowed in permanent fire rings located within developed, organized...
Arkansas River Outfitters Association Launch 2026 Season withStrong Economic Momentum and New Strategic Partnership
Arkansas River Valley, Colorado — [Insert Date] — As Colorado’s spring and summerrecreation season approaches, the Arkansas River community is preparing for another excitingsummer on one of the most iconic whitewater rivers in the United States. Today, the...
Costilla County Sheriff Resigns Following Indictment by Grand Jury
Costilla County Sheriff Danny Sanchez resigned Saturday, one day after being indicted by a 12th Judicial District grand jury. The Costilla County Board of Commissioners is expected to appoint a new sheriff today. The grand jury issued indictments against Sheriff...
Weather Forecast for March 30th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Record warmth along with elevated fire weather conditions begin the week. Rain and snow showers will be possible Tuesday and Wednesday. Warm and windy conditions return for Thursday and Friday. A better...
Salida Baseball Defeats Meeker 12-2
The Salida Spartans kept their win streak alive by getting their second win of the season over the Meeker Cowboys, 12-2. Salida is now 2-6 on the season. Listen below to the Salida Ace Hardware highlights from the game....
Weather Forecast for March 28th
Critical fire weather conditions will return Saturday across the mountains, & valleys. Gusty winds and low humidity will lead to conditions favorable for fire spread. In Salida & Buena Vista: Mostly sunny, with a high near 75. Winds could gust as high as 35...
Weather Forecast for March 29th
Salida & Buena Vista: Sunny, with a high near 75. Breezy, with a west wind 5 to 10 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. In The San Luis Valley: Sunny, with a high near 71. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph increasing to 10 to 15 mph in the afternoon....
Salida Baseball Gets First Win Of The Season 21-1
The Salida Spartans record their first win the of season over the Steamboat Springs Sailors, 21-1. The Spartans will be taking on the Meeker Cowboys tomorrow at 12:30p.m. with coverage starting at 12:15p.m. on 92.3 The Peak and for free at Heartoftherockiesradio.com....
