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CSFD and CSPD go to bat for Black Forest Fire Victims

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – The Colorado Springs Fire Department and Colorado Springs Police Department, including “team managers” Interim Fire Chief Tommy Smith and Police Chief Pete Carey, will go head-to-head in the first annual Heroes Classic Softball Game at Sky Sox Stadium on Saturday, June 22 at 7:05 p.m. The Colorado Springs Sky Sox have…

Colorado Springs and Fountain Memorial Day Events

Evergreen Cemetery located at 1005 Hancock Expressway will host its annual Memorial Day Celebration.  The ceremony begins at 11 a.m. with the U.S. Cavalry Buffalo s Soldiers.  At 12 p.m. there will be a balloon release to remember all those who have passed before us at the Historic Chapel.  This event is free and open…

Looking For a New Pet to Adopt?

Try our new Petfinder online search to find animals who need homes in the Pikes Peak region.  Every year, more than 19,000 animals pass through the doors of the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region.  Some animals are lost, given up by their families, injured strays and abused animals.    Now you can find pets…

Splash Park in Fountain is Open

The Splash Pad in Aga Park is now open.  Lots of fun for the kids.  The water park features an aqau dome, aqua jumpers, dumping bells, whale spray and more. Pelican Dumping Water The Splash Pad is located at Aga Park at 213 W. Alabama Ave in Fountain, Colorado Snakes Spitting Water The Fountain water…

Nitro at Night at Bandimere Speedway

If you love NITRO at NIGHT, jet dragster flames lighting up the valley, and high-horsepower 200 mph racing action… we’ll see you at the NAPA Auto Parts “Night of Fire & Thunder! While the track opened in mid-April for the 55th anniversary season at Bandimere Speedway, the first nighttime fire show of the season happens…

Manitou Incline is Open for Recreational Use

Colorado Springs Press Release After years in the making, the Mt. Manitou Incline is officially open for recreational use. Mt. Manitou Incline is a former cable-car route turned trail located at the former site of the Mt. Manitou Scenic Railway in Manitou Springs, Colorado. The trail is a one-mile ascent with an elevation gain of…

City of Fountain 2013 Clean Up Weeks

Fountain, Colorado The City of Fountain will have Clean-Up Week starting May 6 through May 15. Please do not put items out more than 24-hours prior to your scheduled day for pick-up. Any items left at or along the curbside, which are not intended for removal by the City, must be clearly marked. All items…

Security Public Library Learn a Language

The Security Public Library is now offering Mango Languages learning system to members of the Security Public Library.  Mango is an online language-learning system that can help you learn languages like Spanish, French, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese, German, Mandarin Chinese, Greek, Italian and more  Learn one of twelve language from the comfort of your home.   A library…

2013 Fairview Cemetary Cleanup Week

Fountain, Colorado The annual Fairview Cemetery Cleanup begins Monday, April 8 through Friday, April 12. Please remove all flowers, vases, etc. by April 7 to enable City crews to clean up the area. Your cooperation is appreciated. You may put new flowers and arrangements on April 13.

Jump Forward Into Spring!

Don’t forget to move your clocks forward one hour Sunday, March 10, 2013 at 2 am. Cell phones and computers will update automatically.

Scam Phone Calls

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO We have been notified that small business owners are receiving a call from the number 889-777-1117, which is a company claiming to be with the State of Colorado Small Business Development. This group is asking companies if they are moving, are persistent and rude. We have learned that this group is selling…

Teen Volunteer Opportunities at Fountain Creek Nature Center

FOUNTAIN , Colorado Teens 14 years and older are invited to submit applications for Spring Break & Summer Nature Camp Aides and Special Event Aides at Fountain Creek Nature Center.  Applicants should have a positive attitude, an interest in the outdoors and assisting young children with games, crafts, activities; willingness to help with set up…

Two Vehicle Crash North of Fountain

The Colorado State Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle crash on I-25 near milepost 132, north of Fountain.  At 8:26 p.m., a pickup traveling northbound on I-25 lost control, spinning across the northbound lanes and into the center median, where it rolled.  The driver, whose identity has yet to be determined, was ejected from the pickup…

Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex Opens at Fort Carson

FORT CARSON, Colo. – The Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex opens to the public Jan 23 at 1:30 p.m. The public opening will be proceeded by an invitation only” ribbon-shooting” ceremony at 11 a.m. The shooting complex, which is the largest outdoor shooting range in the State of Colorado, is a joint project between Fort Carson,…

Today’s Deal: Get $2 BBQ Chicken Sandwich at Dickey’s BBQ Pit

Get two dollar Big Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches at Dickey’s for only $2 on Monday’s now thru February 28, 2013.  Limit 2 sandwiches per person at participating locations.

Homeless Veterans Need Your Help

At Crawford House we need a small volunteer force of about 20 people for a few hours who can help organize the pantry, clean a little, and or paint a room on January 19, 2013. Crawford House (415 S. Weber) is a program providing safe emergency housing for veterans who are homeless and receiving mental health…