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COMMUNITY YARD SALE IN WIDEFIELD

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! Spots in the parking lot by Field 1 at Widefield Parks and Recreation will be available for rent or you can choose to have your house address listed as a yard sale site. It’ll be a morning of selling and shopping for the entire community. Yard sale locations…

Splashpad in Fountain is Now Open

Splashpad in Fountain is Now Open

The splash pad at Aga Park in Fountain, Colorado is now open.  The waterpark is located at El Paso Street and Alabama Avenue in Fountain, and it opens May 28th through Labor Day weekend.  The water park is open daily from 9 AM to 9 PM. Admission to the Fountain Splashpad is Free.  Bring your…

Free Outdoor Fun at Get Outdoors Day Colorado Springs

Free Outdoor Fun at Get Outdoors Day Colorado Springs

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Ever wanted to try paddleboarding, kayaking, biking, fishing, slacklining, archery or shooting? These and other family-friendly activities will be offered for people to explore, for free, at Get Outdoors Day Colorado Springs on June 2 in Memorial Park. The third annual event is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and…

Witness John Elway’s Quest to Compete in U.S. Senior Open

Witness John Elway’s Quest to Compete in U.S. Senior Open

Colorado Springs, CO – Hall of Fame quarterback, John Elway, will attempt to qualify for the U.S. Senior Open field in an 18-hole competition against the best amateur and professional golfers in the region. The top two finishers advance to the U.S. Senior Open this summer at The Broadmoor. Memorial Day. Monday, May 28 The…

Memorial Day brings summer safety tips from Colorado Parks and Wildlife

Memorial Day brings summer safety tips from Colorado Parks and Wildlife

DENVER – Many Coloradans and visitors to our state will be kicking off their outdoor summer plans this Memorial Day. With so many activities and open spaces, Colorado Parks and Wildlife reminds outdoor enthusiasts that our wealth of outdoor activities also come with responsibilities. “Our staff takes pride in seeing so many people getting outdoors…

AUTOMOBILE/PEDESTRIAN COLLISION 1200 BLOCK OF EAST CHEYENNE ROAD

Colorado Springs, CO – On May 7, 2018, at approximately 11:04 PM, the Colorado Springs Police Department was notified of an automobile/pedestrian collision in the 1200 block of East Cheyenne Road. It was further reported the vehicle involved in this wreck fled the scene southbound on East Cheyenne Road. Upon arrival, officers contacted the pedestrian…

Territory Days in Old Colorado City

Territory Days in Old Colorado City

The historic district of Old Colorado City will be holding its annual festival on Colorado Avenue between 23rd Street and 27th Street.  There will be live music, food, fun and entertainment for the entire family. One of the state’s largest craft vendor fairs is highlighted with features including pony rides, kids play area, petting zoo,…

Missing Person Jum Soo Kim Has Been Found

Missing Person Jum Soo Kim Has Been Found

Colorado Springs, CO – On Saturday, May 12, 2018, Colorado Springs Police Officers were sent to the 3200 block of East Fountain Blvd for a missing adult. When officers arrived on scene, they learned that at approximately 1:30 pm, 76-year-old Jum Soo Kim walked away from his residence. Mr. Kim only speaks Korean and suffers…

Bear Attack in Grand Junction

Bear Attack in Grand Junction

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. –  Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating a bear attack on a child in East Orchard Mesa, above the Colorado River corridor, in Grand Junction overnight.   The victim’s mother told CPW officers she heard screaming at approximately 2:30 a.m., Sunday morning. When she went outside to investigate, she witnessed a large…

Free Youth Fishing Derby!

Fountain, CO – Get outside and learn to fish at Willow Springs Ponds! This is a free fishing derby for children ages 5 to 15. Enjoy fishing demonstrations, fun prizes, and a hot dog lunch with Commissioner Gonzalez on the grill! Bring your own rod, reel, tackle, and bait. Sponsored by El Paso County Parks,…

New School Groundbreaking Widefield School District 3

New School Groundbreaking Widefield School District 3

Colorado Springs, CO – by Elizabeth Alexander Widefield School District 3 (WSD3) and Nunn Construction announce the groundbreaking ceremony on May 15, 2018 at 10:00 AM for Grand Mountain School in Lorson Ranch. It is thanks to the voters for passing the bond back in the November 7, 2017 that the new prek-8th grade school…

Fountain Bus Services Now on Saturday

Fountain Bus Services Now on Saturday

Fountain, CO – The Fountain Municipal Transit now has Bus Service on Saturday.  Routes begin at 9:25 am to 4:55 pm.  For bus schedule visit www.fountaincolorado.org.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo #4 Best Zoo in North America

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo ranked #4 for “Best Accredited Zoos in North America in USA TODAY’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice 2018. The top 10 Best Zoo Winners: 1. Saint Louis Zoo 2. Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium 3. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden 4. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo 5. Fort Worth Zoo…

Emergency Notification Road Closure Ohio Ave

Emergency Notification Road Closure Ohio Ave

Fountain, CO – Road Closure on May 9 & May 10 on Ohio Ave. for major repairs.  Ohio Ave. near the railroad tracks will be closed all day. BNSF Railroad will be doing major repairs at the West Ohio Ave railroad crossing (near Loaf n Jug) between Hwy 85 & S. Race St.

New Transit Service to Citizens Service Center

New Transit Service to Citizens Service Center

Fountain, CO – The Fountain Municipal Transit Service started a new direct service to Garden of the Gods Citizens Service Center as of April 4, 2018.  The bus leaves the Fountain Valley  Senior Center at 5745 Southmoor Drive every Wednesday at 9:00 am and returns at 1:00 pm. The following services are located at the…

Neighborhood Wildfire Workshops in El Paso County

This free information day offers homeowners and community groups a choice of two focus areas on two dates. For May 5th, Please indicate the training tracks you’d like to be part of when you register: Learn to evaluate and improve wildlfire risk on individual properties and common spaces; and build and maintain neighborhood wildfire risk…