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Widefield District 3 is on Facebook

Widefield School District 3 is now on Facebook and Twitter.  For all the latest news and updates you can follow Widefield District 3 at the following Facebook and Twitter links: “Follow” us – www.twitter.com/WidefieldD3 “Like” us – www.facebook.com/WidefieldSchoolDistrict3 Have a great day!

4-H Fall Carnival Fun and Costume Contest

Calling all superheroes, princesses, cartoon characters — and ghosts, too! The 4-H clubs in El Paso County invite you to an evening of fall family fun, highlighted by a petting zoo, bounce house and costume contest at the fourth annual El Paso County 4-H Fall Carnival on Saturday, Oct. 26. From 5 p.m. to 8…

Help Raise the Barn at Venetucci Farm

Venetucci farm is need of a new barn.  The barn collapsed years ago and the community is being asked to help fund the community project.  The barn at Venetucci Farm will help keep animals warm in harsh winters, protect hay from being destroyed be being outdoors, will be used as a green house to start…

Hepatitis, Liver Failure in Persons Taking Diet Supplements

HEALTH — The Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) is alerting local retailers and requesting the voluntary removal from sale of the product OxyElite Pro pending an ongoing investigation of cases of liver failure and acute hepatitis. DOH Food and Drug Branch today began notifying retailers and distributors to voluntarily suspend sales and remove the…

Time to Blow Out Sprinkler System

by ELIZABETH ALEXANDER COLORADO SPRINGS – Temperatures are getting colder in Colorado and it is time for homeowners to get their sprinkler systems blown out.  If not done in time, pipes could freeze and burst and end up costing thousands to repair.  Blow out service costs range between $50 to $100. Most homeowners blow out…

Pumpkin Carving Party at Nature Center

Carve a pumpkin at the Fountain Creek  Nature Center Pumpkin Carving Party.  The Pumpkin Carving Party will be on Saturday, October 26 from 9:00 am to Noon.  Pumpkins, patterns and carving tools will be provided.    The pumpkins will be used to  light a path for the Jack-O Lantern Trail that will be held at…

Venetucci Pumpkin Patch Closed For The Season

The Venetucci Pumpkin Patch is closed for the season.  Pumpkins will be available for sale at the Venetucci Farm Stand on Saturday, October 19th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for $.050 per pound. Come and get your pumpkin!  

Marissa Rudd name Ms. CSU

Marissa Rudd, 2012 Mesa Ridge Graduate attends Colorado State University – Fort Collins and was named Ms. CSU on October 6, 2013. Marissa is a sophomore studying vocal performance. Marissa was also named Ms. Congeniality.  Congratulations Marissa!

Harvest Moon Dance and Tot Walk

The annual Harvest Moon Dance and Tot Walk are this Saturday, October 12 at the City Hall Plaza in downtown Fountain located at 116 S main Street.  The Trick or Treat Tot Walk is from 5-7 pm and is for ages nine and under.  Cost is $2 and there will be a bounce house, games…

Widefield District 3 Community Parade Is On

The annual Widefield School District 3 Community Day will take place Saturday, Oct. 5.        The Community Parade kicks off the day’s events starting at 10:30 a.m. The parade will start, as always, in the Big R parking lot, 165 Fontaine Boulevard. This year’s parade theme is “Positive Impact.” It’s inspired by positive…

Noodles & Company Opens in Fountain

Broomfield, CO (September 20, 2013) – Noodles & Company, serving classic noodle and pasta dishes from around the world, will open a new location on Mesa Ridge Pkwy in Fountain, CO on Monday, September 23. The restaurant will open at  10:30 AM and is located at 6825 Mesa Ridge Pkwy.  The first 50 guests in…

Invitation to the Fountain Creek Nature Center Ground Breaking Ceremony

You’re Invited to the Fountain Creek Nature Center’s Ground Breaking Ceremony on Friday, September 20; 4 pm. Join us and Commissioner Hisey for the official ground breaking ceremony for the Fountain Creek Nature Center located at 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817.  For more information please call 719-520-6745.  Friends of El Paso County Nature…

BOY SCOUT TROOP 268 CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY

Boy Scout Troop 268 is celebrating 25 years of camping, high-adventure trips, and supporting boys as they grow into leaders.   Troop 268 is celebrated its 25th Anniversary on September 8, 2013 in Colorado Springs at St. Patrick’s Church, 6455 Brook Park Drive, Colorado Springs, CO. “This is an exceptionally busy camping troop,” said Gary Eiden,…

44th Annual Fountain Fall Festival and Parade

Celebrate the Labor Day weekend at the 44th Annual Fountain Fall Festival.  Start with a hardy breakfast at the Fountain Fall Festival Pancake Breakfast from 7:00 am to 9:30 pm. Calvary at the Fountain Fall Festival Parade. After breakfast get ready for the annual parade on Monday, September 2nd at 10:00 am. Line up begins…

Fountain Fall Festival Pancake Breakfast

The Fountain Fall Festival Pancake Breakfast if back!  Come and enjoy a great breakfast and visit with your neighbors before the annual Labor Day Parade. Eat a Tasty Breakfast Breakfast includes eggs, bacon, toast, pancakes and orange juice or coffee.Breakfast is from 7:00 am to 9:30 am at Fountain Middle School located at 515 Santa…

Fireworks at Fort Carson Labor Day Weekend

Fort Carson will be hosting its annual Fourth on the 3rd event on August, 31, 2013 from 3 pm to 9 pm at Iron Horse Park at Fort Carson.  There will be live music, wild west photos, activities for the whole family.  Fireworks start at 8:15 pm. Not pets or glass containers allowed.  Event is…