Between April 8 and 22, any 4-year-old can stop by one of 14 Pikes Peak Library District locations for a free copy of Penguinaut! by Marcie Colleen. Pikes Peak Library District is one of many library systems across the state participating in One Book Colorado. The program gives away over 75,000 copies of the same…
The Boettcher Foundation announced in April that it is recognizing a group of standout Colorado teachers for their impact and dedication to students. Band teacher Josh Race and science teacher Tobin Chandler from FFCHS teachers are month the group to be recognized for 2019 As part of the Boettcher Scholarship program, which provides Colorado’s most…
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The City of Colorado Springs’ City Forestry division is grinding up fallen trees and debris recovered after this month’s blizzard into mulch. The mulch will be used in our local parks and playgrounds. Some of it will also be available at no charge to local residents. It’s available for pick up…
Colorado Springs, CO – On April 4, 2019, at approximately 3:26 AM, officers with the Colorado Springs Police Department responded to the 700 block of South 8th Street on a reported shooting. Upon arrival, officers located an adult female inside a vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds. The Colorado Springs Fire Department responded to the scene…
Chief Vince Niski today announced Commander Adrian Vasquez as his selection for the next Police Deputy Chief. Adrian joined the Colorado Springs Police Department in 1995. In his lengthy tenure with CSPD, Commander Vasquez served as a patrol officer in the Sand Creek Division before transferring to the Metro, Vice, Narcotics, and Intelligence (Metro VNI)…
Update: James Hanlon is in custody in the Denver metro area. Thanks to the community for their numerous tips. The Colorado Springs Police Department’s Violent Crimes Section/Homicide Unit has an active arrest warrant for First Degree Murder and is actively pursuing James W. Hanlon, white male, 53 years of age, 5’ 11”, 180 lbs., brown…
UPDATE: Christopher Williams has been found and has been reunited with his family. Thank you to everyone for your help. Keep safe. The Colorado Springs Police Department is looking for Christopher Williams, a missing 9-year old from the area around the Fountain Springs Apartments, 4400 block of Fountain Springs Grove. Williams who is 4′ 10″…
Virgil Ortiz tells the story of the 1680 Pueblo Revolt through his artwork, contemporizing the central characters as sci-fi superheroes to engage younger generations. This significant historic event is rarely taught, but represents one of our nation’s most dramatic uprisings as the Puebloan people banded together to defeat their Spanish colonizers. Hailing from a celebrated…
On Saturday, February 16th, 2019 at approximately 8:33 AM, the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) responded to a reported armed robbery at the Valero convenience store located at 5790 North Carefree Circle. Prior to patrol officers’ arrival, the suspect fled the scene in a vehicle. When the officers arrived on scene they discovered that the…
Join us for our 12th Annual Veteran’s Small Business Conference! The event includes a full day of workshops and key takeaways to immediately implement in your business. This event also offers keynote speakers, access to expert consultants for free one-on-one consulting throughout the day, and resource exhibitors. Your registration also includes breakfast and lunch. Visit the…
The El Paso Board of County Commissioners approved two new park rules that go into effect immediately. The new rules include regulations that dogs must be on a leash in parks and a change in park hours. “We’re looking for a safe and enjoyable time for all park users,” said Tim Wolken, Community Services Executive…
Grab your dog and join us for this special hike! We’ll be hitting the Black Forest Section 16 trail, enjoy a nice walk, and then head to Black Forest Brewing to enjoy a well-deserved beer. Participants will also learn how to taste beer by picking out malt and hops in both flavor and aroma, and…
Fountain Valley Crafters will be holding registration on Wed., January 9, 2019 from 9 – 11 for 10 weeks of crafting classes at VFW Post 3917, 4715 W. Clearview Drive, Security, CO. Membership is open to all residents of El Paso County with classes beginning Wed., January 16. Late registration is possible if needed. Cost…
WELD COUNTY – Investigators with the Colorado State Patrol are asking the public for witnesses or information related to a serious injury hit-and-run crash on December 31. At approximately 8:00 PM on Interstate 25, near mile marker 244 (just south of Highway 66) a two vehicle crash occurred that sent a 91 year old male…
Music/Concert: USAFA Chamber Recital Series – USAFA Band – The United States Air Force Academy Band from Colorado Springs presents their January 2019 Chamber Recital Series. The theme is “Rhythm and Blue” and features true jazz along with jazz-inspired contemporary music performed by a variety of eclectic ensembles. Date: January 22, 2019 Time: 7:30 pm Location: Packard Performance…
Whether your job requires the training, you work with youth or you just want to get certified; these classes are for you. Get the information you need to provide assistance when someone is faced with a cardiac or breathing emergency, or needs First Aid. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive certification through…
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