PPLD’s Winter Adult Reading Programs kicked off January 14! Win prizes when you read a book, listen to an audio book, ebooks, books on CD or e-books. The program is open to anyone age 18 and older with a Pikes Peak Library District library card. Read any eight books of your choice. After you read your first…
ALAMOSA, COLO. (Jan. 10, 2016) . . . Julie Starkey, daughter of Kathy and Sean Starkey, is among the 36 exceptional science and mathematics students named Adams State University Porter Scholars for 2016-17. A graduate of Fountain-Fort Carson High School, Starkey is majoring in cellular and molecular biology and plans to conduct microbiological research. Adams…
COLORADO SPRINGS — Residents and visitors are being asked to avoid the area around Cheyenne Mountain State Park as strong winds have downed power lines, shifted dirt and brush, and overturned at least one camper. Power lines were blown down in front of the park entrance, and while fire and utility crews are on scene,…
Women’s Night out is back due to popular demand. This years event will be held at French Elementary located at 8225 Alturas Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80911. The event is being sponsored by The Widefield Parks & Recreation Center and Security Library. The first 150 in the door will get a goody bag. This will…
We are excited to provide all Pikes Peak Library District supporters with a CPK Philanthropizza Card. Every time you use this card, 20%* of your net food and beverage purchases will be donated back to Pikes Peak Library District. It’s easy – the more you visit CPK, the more money we donate. It makes raising…
The Widefield School District 3 Positive Action Team cordially invites you to participate in this years Annual Toy Drive. Toys can be donated through December 15 at all Widefield Schools, Fountain Valley Senior Center, Security Public Library and the Security Fire Department. Santa and his elves will be travelling by school bus to collect toys…
DENVER – With the holiday season upon us, Secretary of State Wayne Williams asks Coloradans to give generously to their favorite charities but also to give wisely by guarding against scams. “It is important for Coloradans to research the charities they support and trust that their donations are being used prudently,” Williams said. “To this…
COLORADO SPRINGS — Cheyenne Mountain State Park is hosting its annual Holiday Open House this Saturday, Dec. 3, from 1 to 4 p.m. The open house will kick off with a tree-lighting ceremony at 1 p.m., on the new patio located on the east side of the visitor center. Plans for the new patio include…
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Join us for a reopening celebration on Friday, December 2 at 8:30 a.m. at the base of the Manitou Incline. Please park in the COG parking lot, 515 Ruxton Av, 80829. The Manitou Incline will be reopened to the public after closing for repairs the past three months. Phase 2 construction…
The Secretary of State’s office is hosting a working group to discuss the Colorado Open Records Act. The next meeting of the CORA Working Group will be held in the Blue Spruce Room at the Secretary of State’s office, 1700 Broadway, Suite 200, Denver, CO, 80290, at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, December 2, 2016. Meeting…
Today was a sad day for the Colorado State Patrol. A trooper was investigating a property damage crash on Northbound Interstate 25, just south of Castle Rock. While out of his vehicle the trooper was hit and killed by a passing commercial vehicle. We are saddened that Trooper Cody Donahue, an 11 year veteran of…
Join Wifdefield Parks and Recreation on Tuesday, December 6 for a wonderful evening! We will have local crafters, vendors, hayrides, kids crafts, marshmallow roasting, hot cocoa & apple cider with a cookie, storytime and more. This is a free event for the entire family. You don’t want to miss it! If you are an interested…
DENVER – Colorado Parks and Wildlife was honored to accept the 2016 Library Project of the Year award on Oct. 21 from the Colorado Association of Libraries. CPW was recognized for the Check Out Colorado State Parks program, which allows Colorado library users to check out Colorado state parks passes. The award recognizes “a creative…
Looking for a job? Great News…The US Chamber of Commerce, Hiring Our Heroes Networking and Hiring Event for Military Spouses is coming to Peterson. Active Duty, Retires, Guard and Reserve, and Gold Star Spouses are also welcome to attend the hiring affair! Networking Reception is on November 9, 2016 from 7 pm to 9 pm at Mt.…
Registration is now open for youth basketball at Widefield Parks & Recreation. Leagues are available for 1st through 6th graders. There will be a total of seven games per team played on Saturdays and or weeknights. Fee to register is $40. Lots of fun for the kids. Go to our website to sign your kids…
LARIMER COUNTY – The Colorado State Patrol is requesting assistance from possible witnesses regarding a fatal vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash that took place Oct. 25 at approximately 11:40 PM. Troopers were called to investigate a crash between a 2002 Chevy pickup, driven by Joshua Coulter, 35, and pedestrian Chase Murdoch, 21 at the intersection of Mulberry and…
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