Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Fun Bus

The Fun Bus goes to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo on Tuesday June 7, 2011.  Bring a sack lunch with a drink.  No glass containers or plastic straws.  Children 4 and 5 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.  Children 6 to 11 must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years of age. …

Welcome Home Event for Vietnam War Veterans

FORT CARSON, Colo. — On June 10, just over fifty years since the first U.S. troops deployed to Vietnam, the Mountain Post will host a Welcome Home event for veterans of the Vietnam War.  The day-long event will begin at 10 a.m. at Iron Horse Park on post and will include veterans’ information booths, food…

Today is National Doughnut Day

Today is National Doughnut Day and in celebration participating Dunkin Donuts will be giving a free doughnut with the purchase of any beverage (except for those from the refrigerated case). National Doughnut Day was created to honor Salvation Army lassies who fried up doughnut treats for soldiers during World War I.    Learn how you can help…

Memorial Day is on Monday

Memorial Day is celebrated on the last Monday of May in remembrance of soldiers who have died while serving in the military.   Many families visit cemeteries and clean the grave site, place flowers and flags at the headstone.  Many families visit memorials on Memorial Day to honor those who have died serving in the military.  In Arlington…

Bark in The Park at Metcalfe Park

The 2nd Annual Fountain City Dog Expo will be help at Metcalfe Park in Fountain, Colorado on June 25, 2011 from 10 am until 4 pm.  There will be vendors, vets, adoptions, micro-chipping, doggie massage,police dog demonstration and trainers. Kids Fun Show– judging categories include longest tail, most spots and shortest legs. Kids and Dog…

6th Annual Small Business Veterans Conference to be Held

The Small Business Administration and Small Business Develpment Center will be holding its 6th Annual Small Business Verterans Conference.  The purpose of the Veterans conference is to ensure that Veteran businesses successfully start, grow and prosper in Colorado. To help reach this goal, there will be a 2-day event full of speakers, classes, counseling, resources,…

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group at Security Public Library

A new Multiple Sclerosis support group is starting June 10, 2011 at the Security Public Library, 705 Aspen drive. The group will meet every 2nd Friday of the month from 11am – 1pm.  These groups offer an opportunity for MS clients and family members to give and receive support and feedback for the accomplishments and challenges…

Fountain Creek Spring Bird Count

The annual Fountain Creek Spring Bird Count is on Saturday, May 14, 7:00 am tp 11:00 a.m. Beginning to advanced birders are invited to observe and record the numbers of bird species and populations found in the Fountain Creek Regional Park during the height of the spring migration. Reservations Required ($5 donation, RR) For more…

Osama Bid Laden Dead

President Obama addresses the Nation to announce that the United States has killed Osama bin Laden, the leader of al Qaeda.

Congratulations Fountain Valley Senior Class of 2011

Congratulations to the Senior Class of 2011.  At this special time in your life remember the words of Walt Disney,  “All our dream can come true…if we have the courage to pursue them”. Fountain-Fort Carson High School Graduation Date:  Saturday, May 28, 2011 Time: 9:00 am -1:00 pm Location:  Fountain-Fort Carson High School 900 Jimmy Camp…

Active Duty Mility Ride Free

In honor of National Military Appreciation Month, Mountain Metropolitan Transit is offering active duty military free rides on its fixed-route city buses. This military appreciation program will last for the entire month of May and includes all active duty U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, National Guard and Reserves. To ride free, active…

Prescription Drug Disposal Day

by LIZ ALEXANDER On April 30, 2011 the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)  and local law enforcement agencies will have a one day Prescription Drug Take Back Initiative. The statewide event will give the public an opportunity to dispose of pharmaceutical controlled substances and other medications to law enforcement for destruction.   The event will be from…

City of Fountain Clean Up Weeks

by LIZ ALEXANDER The City of Fountain Clean Up Week event starts on May 2, 2011 to May 11, 2011.  This is the time to clean up and get a new start.  All items must be at the curbside by 7:00 am on the day of the scheduled pick up for your area.  There is a…

Police Looking for Missing Fountain Woman

The Fountain Police need your help in finding Jamie M Essig who has been missing for nearly a month. On April 14, 2011, the Fountain Police Department was contacted by a family member of Jamie M. Essig, who said Jamie had not telephoned as expected and missed an appointment. Her family said this is unusual behavior…

Hazerdous Material Spill in Monument

MONUMENT, CO Over 250 homes in the Monument area were evacuated on April 20 due to a leak of hydrochloric acid from a tanker on a northbound Burlington Northern Sante Fe train.  The vapor leak was noticed by a train going in the opposite direction.  The northbound train was stopped just inside the town of Monument where it was…

Fountain Creek Nature Center

320 Pepper Grass Lane Fountain CO  80817  Tel.  719-520-6745 Hours:  9:00 am – 2:00 pm  Wed – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm  Saturday Website:  Fountain Creek Nature Center  Wildlife area which has been set aside as a quiet preserve for wildlife and outdoor classroom for visitors of all ages.  View a diversity of birds,…