Comedy Fundraiser to Support Hospitality Workers in Chaffee County
Synergy in the Service Industry will host a night of comedy this Saturday at A Church in Salida. The event will feature local performers along with a national headliner for an evening of entertainment and community support. The annual fundraiser benefits Chaffee...
Chaffee County Community Foundation Accepting 2026 Community Grant Applications
The Chaffee County Community Foundation (CCCF) is now accepting applications for its 2026 Community Grants program. A total of $196,000 in funding is available through contributions from Sangre de Cristo Electric Association, Monarch Mountain Community Outreach, the...
SPOT Seeking Board Members, Adopt-a-Trail Coordinator
Salida Parks, Open-Space, and Trails (SPOT) is seeking new board members and an Adopt-a-Trail coordinator to support its work in the greater Salida area. SPOT is a volunteer-based nonprofit dedicated to creating, preserving, and improving parks, open space, and...
Pike-San Isabel National Forests Hiring Seasonal Workers for Recreation Season
The Pike and San Isabel National Forests are hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and are encouraging local residents to apply. Available positions include roles in recreation and visitor services, trail and facility maintenance, and active...
Chaffee County Seeks Public Input on Transportation Planning
Chaffee County is inviting residents and visitors to provide feedback through three transportation-related surveys aimed at guiding future infrastructure planning. Community members can weigh in on topics including Electric Vehicles, Bus Routes, and...
Human-Triggered Avalanches Prompt ‘Considerable’ Danger Warning in Southern Colorado
A series of large, human-triggered avalanches since Friday has led the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) to warn of considerable avalanche danger across the southern Colorado mountains. Forecasters say a combination of fresh snowfall, clear weather, and...
Weather Forecast for February 25th
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Critical fire weather conditions will continue into the weekend. Winds will be gusting to 45 mph. Wind driven snow will be possible today over the mountains with only 1 to 2 inches possible in...
Buena Vista Boys Fall to Centauri 60-37
The Demons fall to 7-14 overall on the year with a loss to the Centauri Falcons 60-37. The Demons will play this weekend in the Tri-Peaks League Classic held at Florence High School. Check out highlights from tonight's game sponsored by Buena Vista Ace Hardware here....
Lady Demons Fall to Centauri 52-30
The Lady Demons took on 3A #6 Centauri Falcons on the road and fall 52-30. The Buena Vista girls are 16-5 overall headed into the Tri-Peaks League Classic at Florence High School. Check out highlights from tonight's game sponsored by Buena Vista Ace Hardware here....
Iron Mountain Tool and Equipment Rental is Hiring!
Love the open road but want to be home every night? Join your local tool and equipment rental experts at Iron Mountain Rental as a Class A CDL Driver! We’re looking for a safety-focused pro to deliver and pick up equipment. Competitive pay, full-time benefits, steady...
Salida Launches 6-Week Cornhole League at SteamPlant
The City of Salida is hosting a six-week Cornhole League beginning tonight and running through March 31. Games will take place at the SteamPlant Ballroom, offering participants a chance to enjoy some friendly competition indoors this winter. Players can register with...
Colorado Sees Slight Rise in Human-Bear Conflicts in 2025
Colorado experienced a slight increase in conflicts between humans and black bears in 2025, with unsecured trash continuing to drive the majority of encounters. According to Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW), the agency recorded 5,299 reports of human-bear conflicts...
