Jeannie Needs a Home
Jeannie is need of a home. Here is Jeannie’s story, let us know if you or someone you know has a loving home for her. Hi, my name is Jeannie. Once upon a time I lived in a shelter. I was rescued by a great, fun,…
No Powerball Winner
There was no jackpot winners for Saturday’s drawing. Winning numbers for February 8, 2014 were 24, 25, 34, 37, 54, and Powerball number 29. Colorado had 9, 107 Powerball winners and 5, 505 Power Play winners for a total of 14, 612 but no winners for the grand prize. Draw Date White Balls Powerball 2/8/2014…
Two Fountain Valley Residents Sign for College Scholarships
Congratulations to Fountain Valley residents Jacob Volcic and Glen DesBoullions who signed baseball college scholarships last week. Jacob Volcic from Widefield High School, Class of 2014 signed to play with McCook CC in McCook, NE and Glen “Desi” DesBoullions from Mesa Ridge High School, Class of 2014 signed to play with Pratt CC in Pratt…
Fundraiser for Arrazola Family at Morining Glory Espresso
Morning Glory Espresso is holding a fundraiser for the family of Pedro Arrazola who died on Wednesday in downtown Colorado Springs after he fell off a building. Pedro Arrazola is a long time Widefield resident. Arrazola left behind his wife and five children and was the sole supporter of the family. MoGlo will be donating 10%…
Mesa Ridge High School Teacher Resigns After Being Charged With Sexual Assault
Mr. French has tendered his resignation effective January 9, 2014 following an investigation by the Colorado Springs Police Department. Respecting due process for all parties involved Widefield School District 3 will continue to follow district policy and prodecure. Widefield School District 3 is cooperating with law enforcement during this on-going investigation. Detectives believe this is…
Mesa Ridge High School Teacher Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault of Student
On Wednesday evening, January 8, 2014, a School Resource Officer with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office informed CSPD of an allegation of an inappropriate relationship between a Mesa Ridge High School teacher and a female student. While Mesa Ridge High School is in the county’s jurisdiction, the alleged assault occurred in the city’s jurisdiction…
Fort Carson Hosts Joint Retiree Appreciation Day
FORT CARSON, Colo. – Fort Carson will host a Joint Retiree Appreciation Day on Jan. 11 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Special Events Center on post. The annual event recognizes the service of the military retiree population and provides updated information that is pertinent to the well being of the population. During the…
New Listings and Price Reduced in Fountain Valley
This week there are 33 new listing in the Fountain Valley. Click here to see all the new listings in the Fountain Valley for the week of January 4, 2014. There were 15 listings reduced in price this week. Check here for good deals this week in the Fountain Valley area. If you would like more information on any…
El Paso County Tree Recycle Program Starts January 2014
El Paso County will be hosting its annual Tree Recycling Program on Saturday and Sunday from January 4, 2014 to January 12, 2014. Trees will be ground into mulch at all locations and giving away free – bring your own tools. Equipment-loaded mulch available at Rocky Top Resources only. There are several drop off points…
NORAD Santa Tracking is On
Every year NORAD tracks Santa Claus has he travels on his sled giving gifts to boys and girls around the world. You can track Santa Clause along with NORAD by going to www.noradsanta.org. Once you get there click on the blue world globe. Last time I checked he had already delivered 930,476,350 gifts. He was last…
Fountain Valley Christmas Light Tour
Celebrate the Christmas season with a light tour in the Fountain Valley. Fountain Lights with Music 100 Autumn Harvest Ct Security Lights 101 Tewa Dr Security Lights 108 Tewa Dr Animated Lights 5526 Marbou Way Animated Lights 252 Cunningham Dr Animated lights 10066 Rolling Ridge Rd Please contact us to add your Christmas Light…
Cowboy Christmas in Fountain
Historical downtown Fountain Colorado will be celebrating its annual Cowboy Christmas on December 14, 2013 from 10 am to 3 pm. The events will be at 116 Main Street. There will be tractor hay rides, craft fair, local choirs, bands and dancers from the Fountain Arts Center. There will be food and craft vendors along with activities…
Hazards of Smoking and Home Oxygen Use
Wednesday, December 05, 2013 Kim Melchor Smoking when home oxygen is in use is a deadly combination. Normal air contains almost 21% oxygen. However, medical oxygen is 100% oxygen, and when used indoors it increases the oxygen levels of normal air. As a result, many items which would not normally burn in normal air will…
Wagon Rides at Fountain Creek Nature Center
The Fountain Creek Nature Center will be having Horse Drawn Wagon Rides on Saturday, December 14 & 21, 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. & 1:00 p.m. Enjoy the sounds of Suffolk horses clip-clopping down the regional trail with jingle bells and seasonal songs. $5 / person pre-paid reservations required; call 520-6745. (Weather permitting.) Supports the nature…
8th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration
Bring the entire family to the 8th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration on Tuesday, December 3 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Widefield Community Center! Festivities include hayrides, kids craft, local food vendors, caroling, Santa, holiday shopping, photo booth, cookie and hot drink. Donate non-perishable food items and gently used coats to be distributed…
Nature Hike with Santa at Fountain Creek Nature Center
Nature Hikes with Santa will be at the Fountain Creek Nature Center on Saturday, December 14 & 21, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. There will be an interactive reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” poem, make a snowflake craft, and then join Santa for a hike around the nature loop to see what gifts nature gives…
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