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Hawk to be Released by Lucky Visitor at Cheyenne Mountain SP

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Birds of prey will be celebrated and a lucky visitor will get to release a rehabilitated red-tailed hawk in a special event scheduled for 2 p.m., on Sunday, Sept. 3, at Cheyenne Mountain State Park. The park is partnering with the Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo to offer visitors an intimate…

Buy 3D Archery Permit at Cheyenne Mountain State Park

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – As hunting season fast approaches, archers needing to practice their skills are encouraged to visit Cheyenne Mountain State Park and its state-of-the-art archery range. The park’s archery range is located on Pines Oaks Road, which is two miles south of the park’s main entrance off Colorado Highway 115. It is the…

Fountain Creek Nature Center 25th Anniversary Celebration

Celebrate with Water Magic Shows, bug sweeps, pond critters, special dignitaries, cake and more! FREE! Date: July 29, 2 017 Time: 10 am – 2 pm Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center Cost: FRee

Curious About What Happens Inside a Police Car?

The Colorado Springs Police Department is now accepting application for its Citizens’ Academy. The Citizens’ Academy educates citizens about the duties and responsibilities of its police officers, policies and procedures of the department, and the citizen’s role in the interaction of citizens and police through a series of classes. In addition to helping the citizens…

All American Pet Photo Day on July 11th

All American Pet Photo Day is on July 11th.  So get your camera charged and ready and take and share photos of your fluffy family members on our Facebook Page. We would love to see a photo of your pets!

Missing Fisherman in Lake Pueblo

PUEBLO, Colo. – Officials from several area agencies were searching Lake Pueblo on Sunday for a man who went missing while fishing from the north shore in the State Wildlife Area. Witnesses called 9-1-1 at 7:11 a.m., Sunday, after reportedly seeing a 65-year-old Pueblo West man enter the water in an effort to retrieve his fishing…

El Paso County Fair in Calhan

Calhan, Colorado – The El Paso County Fair in Calhan, CO will be July 15th to July 22nd with lots of fun events for the whole family. There will be a tractor pull, car and Tractor show, draft horse pull, rodeo , carnival rides and entertainment. Tickets: Tickets are purchased upon arrival at the gates.…

Thunder in the Valley Cruise and Car Show in Fountain

Fountain, Colorado – Thunder in the Valley Cruise and Car show will be on July 7th and July 8th at Metcalfe Park in Fountain, Colorado.  All years, makes and models can enter the car show. There will be awards, prizes, food, music and fun for the whole family. The Friday  Cruise will be on Friday,…

Cheyenne Mountain State Park Independence Day Fun

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Cheyenne Mountain State Park is holding a special event “Fun Before the Fourth” on July 2 to coordinate with a fireworks display planned that night at nearby Fort Carson. Fun before the Fourth will begin at 5 p.m. on July 2 at the park’s Prairie Skipper picnic pavilion at Cheyenne Mountain.…

Fort Carson Fireworks

Fort Carson will host a Freedom Fest July 1-2, 2017, that replaces the traditional Fort Carson 4th on the 3rd celebration. Please visit http://carsonfreedomfest.com for a complete schedule  of events. The Fort Carson Freedom Fest will have live performances by the 4th Infantry Division Band, car show, food, beverages, and a fireworks display July 2,…

Fort Carson Freedom Fest

FORT CARSON, Colo. – Fort Carson and 4th Infantry Division will host Freedom Fest July 1 and 2 at Iron Horse Park from noon – 10 p.m. both days. The two-day event will feature a carnival and live music from the 4th Infantry Division band. Park admission is free both days.  Fees will apply for…

SHOOTING AT MEMORIAL PARK

Colorado Springs, CO – On June 16, 2017, at 7:37 PM, numerous Colorado Springs police officers responded to the area of the Boathouse near Prospect Lake in Memorial Park on a reported active shooter. Responding officers located one adult male victim with a non-life threatening gunshot wound. Officers also determined there was not an active…

Free Movies at Pi-Ute Park

Widefield, Colorado – Free Movies in  Widefield, Colorado at Pi-Ute Park on the first  Friday of the month.  Movies start at dusk at approximately 8:15 pm. Food Vendors: Kona Ica and Amazing Kettle Corn Movie dates are June 2, July 7 and August 4, 2017. Location:  Pi-Ute Park, 805 Main Street, Colorado Springs, CO Cost: …

Twenty Dollar Reward for Northern Pike at Green Mountain Reservoir

SILVERTHORNE, Colo. – A cash-based incentive offered by Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the Colorado Water Conservation Board encouraging anglers to catch northern pike at Green Mountain Reservoir resumes this year on May 25. Initiated in 2016, the reward program encourages anglers to participate directly in ongoing efforts to remove the illegally introduced predators from…

Free Fishing Derby in Fountain

Free Youth Fishing Derby at Willow Springs Ponds in Fountain, Colorado on June 3, 2017 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm.  Bring your own rod, reel, tackle and bait.  Fishing Derby is for children ages 5 to 15.  There will be great prizes. Hot dog lunch with Commissioner Gonzalez! Date:  June 3, 2017 Date 9:30 am…

Jobs For Veterans

The DAV and Recruit Military will be holding a job fair for Veterans on June 1, 2107 at the Double Tree located at 1775 East Cheyenne Mountain Blvd in Colorado Springs, CO. The event is for Veterans, National Guard Members, Reserve Members and Spouses. Date:  June 1, 2017 Time:  11:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: …