Poncha Springs Trustees to Tackle Key Decisions at Tonight’s Meeting
The Poncha Springs Board of Trustees will convene this evening at 6:30 p.m. to address several important community matters, including funding requests, board appointments, and local initiatives. Among the highlights of the agenda, Trustees will hear a presentation and...
Buena Vista Trustees Set Agenda for Tonight’s Meeting
The Buena Vista Board of Trustees is scheduled to hold its regular meeting tonight at 7 p.m., with a range of community-focused topics on the agenda. Several key items will be addressed under Business Items. Trustees will consider an encroachment request from the Boys...
24 Fire Grows to Over 7,000 Acres as Containment Improves
Fire crews continue to make progress battling the “24 Fire” burning on Fort Carson land along Highway 115 in Fremont County. As of last night, officials confirmed the wildfire has expanded to more than 7,000 acres, with containment reaching 24%. There is some...
Weather Forecast for March 24th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Above normal temperatures and dry conditions will last through Thursday. A cold front will move in on Friday but fire concerns are still expected through the weekend. Winds today will be gusting to 30...
CCPH Announces Session 2 of the SAFER TOGETHER Program
Chaffee County, CO- SAFER TOGETHER is a program offered by Chaffee County Public Health (CCPH) that combines practical physical self-defense training with skills to recognize and de-escalate conflict. Instruction is provided with Nonviolent Communication...
Gregory Alan Pace October 2, 1949 ~ March 19, 2026
Celebrating the life of Gregory Alan Pace 10/02/1949-03/19/2026 Born October 2nd, 1949, Greg was the second oldest of six siblings. He loved his family dearly: Sisters Sherron, Beth, Marsha, Sue, & Brother Terry. Greg attended Alamosa High School. After...
Easter Egg Hunt Scheduled for Saturday April 4th
Spaghetti Dinner in Buena Vista to Support Veterans and First Responders
The Sons of the American Legion in Buena Vista will host a community spaghetti dinner on April 25 to benefit Mountains Move, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting veterans, first responders, and their families. Mountains Move is a 501(c)(3) organization that...
Local Businesses Invited to Join “Pinwheels of Possibility” Contest for Child Abuse Awareness Month
Local businesses are encouraged to take part in the “Pinwheels of Possibility” Window Decorating Contest in recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month. Hosted by Chaffee County DHS and Family and Youth Initiatives, the contest begins April 1 and invites businesses to...
Final Call for Artists: Valley Visions Art Showcase Applications Closing Soon
Applications for artists to participate in the 14th annual Valley Visions Art Showcase will close next Monday, according to the Salida Council for the Arts. Valley Visions is a highly anticipated annual exhibition that highlights up to 70 of the region’s top...
“No Kings 3” Rally and March Planned in Salida This Saturday
Ark Valley Indivisible is organizing the “No Kings 3” march and rally this Saturday in Salida as part of a nationwide day of action. The event is scheduled from noon to 2:30 p.m., beginning at Alpine Park. Participants will then march to Riverside Park, where a...
Buena Vista Police Offering Free Safety Training for Churches and Businesses
The Buena Vista Police Department will host a specialized training session focused on building security, threat assessment, and emergency preparedness on April 8. According to BV Police, the training is being offered in response to community requests and increased...
