The U.S. Forest Service is preparing for prescribed burning in Park County. This will include 715 acres of broadcast burning, which involves the ignition of surface fuels within prepared units. The projects are Beaver, 7.5 miles southwest of...
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Pet of the Week: Dexter
Meet Dexter! He's the Heart of the Rockies Radio Pet of the Week! Dexter is a gorgeous 2-year-old male American Pit Bull Terrier mix. He weighs 54 pounds and is one of the most well-mannered Pitties we've had in the shelter! He's lived in a home with other dogs, no...
The Jynneos Vaccine Available in the San Luis Valley
The Jynneos vaccine that protects against monkeypox is now available to a broader range of people who may be at risk in the San Luis Valley. Call for an appointment if you think you may be eligible: Alamosa County Public Health (719) 589-6639, Costilla County Public...
El Pomar Foundation approves $127,500 to nonprofits in the Central Peaks region
El Pomar Trustees approved $127,500 allocated to 18 nonprofit organizations and government entities in the Central Peaks region at the Foundation’s August Trustees meeting. Through the Foundation’s grant making process, the following organizations were awarded grants:...
Salida Volleyball falls to 4A #10 Woodland Park in Straight Sets
The Panthers pounced on the Spartans and dropped them in 3 sets 25-10, 25-14, 25-18. Salida will be in action on the volleyball court again on Thursday against the Atlas Prep Gryphons. Tonight's highlights are brought to you by Salida Ace Hardware....
Forest Service to Resume Prescribed Burns After 90-Day Pause
The Forest Service is resuming controlled burns after a 90-day national pause to review its processes and make improvements. The upcoming burn project is being called the North Trout Creek prescribed fire project and will involve burning some 917...
