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Three Arrested in Colorado Springs Robberies

Colorado Springs, CO – Beginning in January of 2017, the Colorado Springs Police Department’s (CSPD) Violent Crimes Section, Robbery Unit, investigated a series of business robberies which occurred at various locations throughout the city. During these robberies, several masked suspects armed with weapons would enter the business and flee with cash and other items. During…

St. Patrick’s Day Walk in Colorado Springs

The Falcon Wanderers Volksmarch Club invites you to our 20th Annual St. Patrick’s Day walk on Saturday, March 11th in Colorado Springs.  Come join us for some “green goodies” and an invigorating walk.  The walk will start at the Modern Woodmen of America, 2924 N Beacon St.  The 5 & 10K routes will be on…

Support Colorado’s Endangered Wildlife

DENVER – Help threatened and endangered wildlife with a voluntary contribution through the “nongame and endangered wildlife cash fund” on your Colorado tax returns this year. Filling out line No. 1 of Colorado tax form 104CH (the Voluntary Contributions Schedule form) supports wildlife rehabilitation and preservation of threatened and endangered species in the state through…

Math Tutoring at PPLD.org

Is math homework getting you down? Are finals freaking you out? Do you need to brush up before the ACT, SAT, GRE, or GED? The Pikes Peak Library District has math tutors who can help you improve your grades and take the stress out of math. Tutoring for all ages and levels at the Colorado…

Pikes Peak Crime Stoppers

If you have information on any of the wanted persons shown below, please call 634-STOP (634-7867) or Submit a Tip Online.  There may be a reward for submitting your tip. ** No representation is made that the persons listed here have current, outstanding warrants. All names presented on this site were gathered at a prior date.…

Missing Children Poster Contest in Colorado

Lakewood, CO— In honor of missing children across the country, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is hosting a coloring contest for Colorado 5th grade students as part of a national campaign sponsored by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ). The poster theme is “Bring Our Missing Children Home” and will feature the artistic…

Paint Mines Park Photography Workshop

Winter is a wonderful time to explore the beauty of the Paint Mines. Join award-winning Colorado Springs photographer, Mike Pach, as he guides you through the hoodoos to help you capture photos of this impressive landscape. Mike owns 3 Peaks Photography & Design, is the founder of the Colorado Photography Learning Group, and hosts The…

Rep Mike Coffman Introduces Veteran Access to Mental Health Bill

Washington, D.C. – Representatives Mike Coffman (R-CO) and Derek Kilmer (D-WA) led the bipartisan reintroduction of the Veteran Urgent Access to Mental HealthCare Act (H.R. 918). This bill would allow mental health assessments and urgent mental healthcare services to veterans at risk of suicide or harming others, even if they have an other than honorable…

Winter Adult Reading Program

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…

Fountain-Ft. Carson HS grad named Adams State University Porter Scholar

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…

High Winds Shut Down Cheyenne State Park

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

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…

Pizza for a Cause

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…

Widefield District 3 Toy Drive

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…

Give Generously But Give Wisely

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…

Cheyenne Mountain Holiday Open House

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…