Avalanche Closes Highway 50 Over Monarch Pass, Road Now Reopened with Hazardous Conditions
Highway 50 over Monarch Pass was closed for much of yesterday after an avalanche impacted the area, according to transportation officials. The Colorado Department of Transportation reported the closure extended between Monarch Peak Campground, located about one mile...
24 Fire Expands to 4,600 Acres, Prompts Evacuations and Highway Closure
The 24 Fire burning on Fort Carson land along Highway 115 in Fremont County has rapidly expanded to 4,600 acres and remains 0% contained, according to the latest updates from officials. Due to ongoing fire activity, Highway 115 remains closed as crews work to contain...
March 23rd Weather Forecast
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Above normal temperatures and dry conditions return to the area this week bringing with it critical fire weather conditions. Winds today will be gusting to 30 mph. A Red Flag Fire Warning is in...
Weather Forecast for March 22nd
Here's your forecast for Heart of the Rockies Radio: In Salida & Buena Vista: Partly sunny, with a high near 76. Winds will stay around 15mph. Tonight we will see a low near 38. In The San Luis Valley: Partly sunny, with a high near 73. Then back down to a low...
Weather Forecast on Saturday, March 21st
Record high heat along with dangerous fire weather conditions are forecast today across the area. Temperatures will climb well into the 80s to mid 90s across the Plains with Gusty winds near 45 mph. In Salida & Buena Vista: Sunny, with a high near 86. Winds could...
Buena Vista Baseball Sweeps Their Double-Header Against Custer County15-0, 25-8
The Buena Vista Demons are going into their break 4-1 after getting the sweep over the Custer County Bobcats. Game one was won 15-0 after four innings, and game two was won 25-8 after three and a half innings. Listen below to the Buena Vista Ace Hardware highlights...
Free “Nurturing Fathers” Classes Begin Monday in Poncha Springs
Family and Youth Initiatives is offering a free “Nurturing Fathers” class series beginning Monday at the Poncha Springs Town Hall. Classes will be held every Monday evening from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. through June 22, providing an opportunity for fathers and father...
Salida Rotary Club Hosts Annual Fish Fry Tonight to Support Clean Water Projects
The Salida Rotary Club is serving up its annual Fish Fry tonight, inviting the community to enjoy a classic meal while supporting a global cause. The event will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Salida Community Center, located at 305 F Street. Attendees...
Ski Cooper Announces Early Closing Day Due to Warm Weather
Ski Cooper has announced that this Sunday will mark the final day of the ski season, citing unseasonably warm temperatures and a limited snow base. In a post shared on its Facebook page, the resort said the decision to close early was a difficult one and not what...
Lake County Sheriff Issues Alert After Reports of Assault on Mineral Belt Trail
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public about a concerning situation on the Mineral Belt Trail near the local animal shelter following reports of harassment and assault. According to authorities, a white male believed to be between 30 and 35 years old,...
Wildfire on Fort Carson Grows to 670 Acres, Highway 115 Closed
Fire crews continue working to contain a rapidly growing wildfire burning along Highway 115 on Fort Carson land in Fremont County. According to the latest update from Fort Carson officials, the fire has expanded to approximately 670 acres and remains at 0% containment...
Buttermilk Fire Near Westcliffe 95% Contained; Evacuations Lifted
Emergency crews in Custer County have largely contained the Buttermilk Fire burning off County Road 182 northwest of Westcliffe. According to officials, the fire was sparked when an aspen tree fell onto a power line. Authorities say the line’s automatic power...
