Fountain, Colorado – In early April of this year, the Fountain Police Department’s Investigations Division investigated counterfeit one hundred dollar bills being passed to local businesses. During the course of the investigation, five suspects were identified and through a series of interviews and search warrants, information was obtained confirming their involvement in the counterfeiting conspiracy.…
Thunder in the Valley Car Show had some nice looking cars out this year. Cars lined up at Metcalfe Park for the Thunder in the Valley Car Show. Loved this one! Nice paint job! Jump on in. Let’s go for a ride! Congratulations to all this years winners!
Flooding in The Fountain Valley has stranded residents as the bridge along Peaceful Valley Road flooded. Water was at least a foot above the bridge. The road was blocked by Police in an effort to keep residents from crossing the dangerous waters. The bridge is covered with at least a foot of water. The green…
NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -By Patty Babb, Navy Wounded Warrior — Safe Harbor- The Wounded Warrior Team Navy Trials begin June 4 in Norfolk, Va., as seriously wounded, ill and injured service members face off in archery, shooting, swimming and wheelchair basketball. The trials – which take place at Naval Station Norfolk, Norfolk State University and…
The annual Thunder in the Valley car show and cruise will take place July 12th in Fountain, Colorado. The car show runs from 8 am – 2 pm at Metcalfe Park located at 704 E Ohio in Fountain, CO. Entry is free to the public for the show and swap meet. Come see all makes and…
You’re invited to celebrate the most anticipated day of the year – 7-Eleven Day! Stop in on Friday, 7/11/14, from 11am – 7pm and get a FREE small Slurpee drink. That’s right, a FREE small Slurpee drink and a true reason to say T.G.I.F. At participating stores, while supplies last.
July 9, 2014 (FHTNC)–Navy Seaman Julian A. Uribe, son of Felipe M. and Maria D. Montano of Fountain, Colo., recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Uribe completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting,…
Throughout history, Fountain Creek has drawn people from all walks of life to its banks. This watery highway of history, has quite a story! Join us at Fountain Creek Nature Center for an evening around the campfire (conditions permitting) and hear first-hand accounts and historical fiction of everyone from explorers to settlers. Hear live music…
The Parade of Homes offers a first hand look at the current trends and greatest innovations in new home design. This years event showcases the latest design trends in affordable living to luxury dream homes. Each home is professionally judged for floor plan design, landscaping, architectural design, interior decorating and every year the HBA (Home…
The 74th Annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Parade is July 8, 2014, in downtown Colorado Springs (on Tejon, from St. Vrain to Vermijo). Free to watch and fun for the whole family, this beloved Western cultural event kicks off the annual Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo in grand fashion. Money raised by parade entries…
The Annual Fourth of July Pancake Breakfast with the Security Fire Departments is on. The Security Firefighters will serve pancakes for breakfast along with orange juice and coffee. There will also be music and entertainment during the Fourth of July pancake breakfast and firetrucks on display. This is a fun event for the whole family.…
Widefield Football Booster Club will be holding one of its largest fundraisers for the year on Saturday June 14th. The profits earned will ensure the Widefield Booster Club can support the teams and coaches in various ways such as purchasing spirit wear for reselling, running concessions, serving pre – game meals and hosting a year…
COLORADO- The Great Outdoors Colorado Board has approved seven grants that will preserve more than 15,000 acres in nine counties, which will create a new public open space near Colorado Springs and a mile of new public fishing access on the Arkansas River. Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) invests a portion of Colorado Lottery proceeds to…
The Widefield Community Center will be hosting a summer concert on July 3, 2014 at Pi-Ute Park. Performing will be Suga’ Bear & the Showtime Band is one of the hottest high energy live bands based out of Colorado Springs. The seven member group is composed of a diverse group of musicians that helps define…
Hanover Fire Protection District Board is excited to announce the groundbreaking ceremony for our Fire Support Building. The new building will include a living area to support operations out of station 2, kitchen, training/Community meeting room, and an office space. Construction of the project is scheduled to begin at the end of June 2014, with…
The Fountain Valley Senior Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for older adults by providing County-wide leadership, direct services as needed, information and referral, networking, advocacy and collaboration for adult protection. The Senior Services are run under the Department of Human Services and is located at 5745 Southmoor Dr in Fountain Colorado off…
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