El Paso County, Colorado Through a cooperative effort between the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, the Phoenix Police Department and the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, a second arrest has been made in the Daniel Cressey homicide. Mr. Cressey was murdered at a home in the 5000 block of Hopkins Drive in Security and his body…
Kevin Bacon has been spotted in Fountain, Colorado at the Fountain Post Office and the Fountain Creek Nature Center. Cop Car is a feature-length film that is filming in Colorado Springs in May & June 2014. They are seeking to hire P.A.’s and drivers according to the Colorado Springs Film Commission. Please send email to…
Thinking of remodeling your home? Then the Remodelers Council of the Housing & Building Association of Colorado Springs has just the tour for you. The HBA Remodeled Homes Tour is a weekend-long event aimed to inspire, show off trends and demonstrate how smart, sustainable design can fit into any project. The 12 Tour project sites…
El Paso County, CO– The El Paso County Assessor’s office sent a mailing to 20,255 local residents with information on the Colorado Senior Homestead Property Tax Exemption. If it has not already arrived in your mailbox, it should be there any day. “While I’ve worked with our legislators over the years, on behalf of our…
The Colorado State Fair entertainment series lineup for 2014 has been released. Tickets go on sale June 7 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased by clicking here, by calling 866-461-6556, or visiting the Colorado State Fairgrounds. “Each ticket also gives fans the option of coming early and enjoying a full day at the fair…
June 6 is National Doughnut Day — The Chicago Salvation Army started the holiday to remember the women who served doughnuts to soldiers during World War I. To celebrate, two of the largest doughnut chains in the country are offering up freebies. Whether it’s powdered, filled or a hot Original Glazed®, stop in for a free…
El Paso County, CO– El Paso County launched a new program to help county residents better manage the cost health services. As a member of the National Association of Counties (NACo), El Paso County is able to offer the Prescription/Health Discount and Dental Discount Programs to residents that will provide savings on prescriptions, health services…
Wear your western boots, hat, and gear and come downtown to celebrate our western heritage on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 from 5:30-9:00AM at the corner of Pikes Peak and Tejon for the 54th Colorado Springs Western Street Breakfast. Breakfast is prepared and served by Fort Carson volunteers; $5.00 will get you eggs, pancakes, milk, coffee,…
Colorado residents and visitors can fish without a license during Free Fishing Weekend, June 7 and 8. Each year, the first full weekend in June is set aside to promote sport fishing and no fishing license is required in Colorado. Licensing requirements are set aside for these days to make it as easy as possible…
Colorado Springs – Tiffani Jackson, has signed her letter of intent to play basketball at Bethany College for the 2014-2015 academic year. Jackson, a 5’9″ guard, played basketball and volleyball for all four years at Mesa Ridge High School in Colorado Springs. She was also a defender on the soccer team for a year and…
Taking the first step to starting your business can be difficult! This workshop will be a realistic starting point for all budding entrepreneurs. The hour and a half workshop will be PACKED and FAST PACED. At the end, you will have a good feel for the level of effort and commitment it will take to…
Colorado Springs, CO – On Monday, June 9th the El Paso County Department of Human Services (DHS) Office located at the Loraine Center in Fountain will move into Peak Vista’s new Health Center in Fountain located at 350 Lyckman Drive, Fountain, Colorado 80817. Due to the move the office will be closed on June 9th…
The City of Fountain and the Appletree community are trying to bring back the Peaceful Valley golf course, mitigating tumbleweeds in the area and are seeking investors or grants for development of the golf course. Appletree Community Meeting Date: Thursday, May 29th, 2014 Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm Location: Restoration Church
by Jody Krisko Looking for a combination of sports and arts – this camp is for you! Geared toward first-generation college bound students, this camp will give participants opportunities in opera, swimming, rock climbing, Shakespeare in the Park, and in a festival! For Grades 4 – 8 Mondays – Thursdays (No program on Fridays AND the…
The Mining Museum will host the 51st Annual Pikes Peak Gem & Mineral Show! This year’s eventful weekend will take place on June 6, 7, 8 – 2014:, produced by our partners from the Colorado Springs Mineralogical Society, centers around the Colorado Snow Mastodon Project! • Learn about Mastodons and Mammoths! See bones, fossils and remains…
The City of Fountain Farmers Market Opens on June 3rd, 2014. The Farmers Market is held in front of City located at 116 S. Main Street. There will be fruits and vegtables from local farmers, honey, arts and craft items and food. Date: Tuesdays, June 3rd through September 30th Time: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Call…
