The Colorado State Fair entertainment series lineup for 2014 has been released. Tickets go on sale June 7 at 10 a.m. and can be purchased by clicking here, by calling 866-461-6556, or visiting the Colorado State Fairgrounds. “Each ticket also gives fans the option of coming early and enjoying a full day at the fair…
June 6 is National Doughnut Day — The Chicago Salvation Army started the holiday to remember the women who served doughnuts to soldiers during World War I. To celebrate, two of the largest doughnut chains in the country are offering up freebies. Whether it’s powdered, filled or a hot Original Glazed®, stop in for a free…
El Paso County, CO– El Paso County launched a new program to help county residents better manage the cost health services. As a member of the National Association of Counties (NACo), El Paso County is able to offer the Prescription/Health Discount and Dental Discount Programs to residents that will provide savings on prescriptions, health services…
Wear your western boots, hat, and gear and come downtown to celebrate our western heritage on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 from 5:30-9:00AM at the corner of Pikes Peak and Tejon for the 54th Colorado Springs Western Street Breakfast. Breakfast is prepared and served by Fort Carson volunteers; $5.00 will get you eggs, pancakes, milk, coffee,…
Colorado residents and visitors can fish without a license during Free Fishing Weekend, June 7 and 8. Each year, the first full weekend in June is set aside to promote sport fishing and no fishing license is required in Colorado. Licensing requirements are set aside for these days to make it as easy as possible…
Colorado Springs – Tiffani Jackson, has signed her letter of intent to play basketball at Bethany College for the 2014-2015 academic year. Jackson, a 5’9″ guard, played basketball and volleyball for all four years at Mesa Ridge High School in Colorado Springs. She was also a defender on the soccer team for a year and…
Taking the first step to starting your business can be difficult! This workshop will be a realistic starting point for all budding entrepreneurs. The hour and a half workshop will be PACKED and FAST PACED. At the end, you will have a good feel for the level of effort and commitment it will take to…
Colorado Springs, CO – On Monday, June 9th the El Paso County Department of Human Services (DHS) Office located at the Loraine Center in Fountain will move into Peak Vista’s new Health Center in Fountain located at 350 Lyckman Drive, Fountain, Colorado 80817. Due to the move the office will be closed on June 9th…
The City of Fountain and the Appletree community are trying to bring back the Peaceful Valley golf course, mitigating tumbleweeds in the area and are seeking investors or grants for development of the golf course. Appletree Community Meeting Date: Thursday, May 29th, 2014 Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm Location: Restoration Church
by Jody Krisko Looking for a combination of sports and arts – this camp is for you! Geared toward first-generation college bound students, this camp will give participants opportunities in opera, swimming, rock climbing, Shakespeare in the Park, and in a festival! For Grades 4 – 8 Mondays – Thursdays (No program on Fridays AND the…
The Mining Museum will host the 51st Annual Pikes Peak Gem & Mineral Show! This year’s eventful weekend will take place on June 6, 7, 8 – 2014:, produced by our partners from the Colorado Springs Mineralogical Society, centers around the Colorado Snow Mastodon Project! • Learn about Mastodons and Mammoths! See bones, fossils and remains…
Get outdoors this summer at one of these Summer Camps for Grades 1 – 5. Mondays – Thursdays June 2 – July 24 – 9:00 a.m. – 3 p.m. 3 Locations: Golden Hills Park – Hikes and Bikes (No program on Fridays AND the week of June 30 – July 4) Come for the adventure……
Territory Days is a three day annual event and is one of the Colorado’s largest outdoor festivals with an “Old West” theme. Territory Days was created in 1976 to commomorate Old Colorado City being the first territorial capital of the region. Join this years festival for music, Native American Dancing, pan for gold! There will be…
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Each year Colorado waters are home to dozens of boating accidents. In an effort to help bring these numbers down, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is hosting several boating safety courses across the southeast region. In Colorado, operators of motorboats must be at least 16 years old, however 14 and 15 year…
Do you like watching the Thunderbirds flyover the Air force Academy’s Graduation? Having trouble finding a place to watch them that has a great view and is safe and comfortable? Look no more! WMMI has 27 acres of land that is perfect for a Thunderbird flyover picnic! Bring and enjoy a picnic lunch by our spring…
Widefield School District 3 is alerting parents about a reported incident that occurred Monday morning, May 19, as students were arriving to school. A student was walking to Venetucci Elementary and was approached by an older model red car with two adult males inside. The passenger attempted to grab the student through the passenger window.…
