Salida’s beloved Holiday Park tradition is returning once again, featuring 100 festive trees decorated by local families, nonprofits, and businesses. The display will be open to the public from November 24 through early January. The Salida Sunrise Rotary, which...
The Chaffee County Early Childhood Council (CCECC) is once again conducting a survey to assess the childcare needs of the local workforce. The information gathered will help the Council collaborate with community partners, local businesses, and potential funders to...
The Chaffee Housing Authority is currently accepting applications for four open board positions representing Salida, Buena Vista, Chaffee County, and one at-large seat. Board members play a key role in shaping the organization’s mission to ensure that every resident...
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) has officially wrapped up the final phase of the Highway 285 and Colorado 9 intersection improvement and bridge replacement project in Fairplay. The newly completed intersection now features two through lanes and a...
Here’s your forecast from Heart of the Rockies Radio- Mostly sunny skies and breezy conditions can be expected today. Winds will be gusting out of the west at 30 mph. Temperatures will be cooler for the weekend. Salida and Buena Vista will see a...
Loretta LaVerne Ordaz, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, friend, and teacher, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025, in Monte Vista at the age of 85. Loretta spent 84 years of her life in her hometown Salida that she loved. Born in Salida to Frangie and Bern...
