Lakewood, Colorado – Colorado sent 17 fire engines (Type 3 and 6) to support California wildfire operations. The request was made Tuesday, December 5, 2017, through the National Interagency Resource Ordering and Status System (ROSS). The fire engines will support CalFire and are traveling from Colorado to Chino, California for staging and assignments. DFPC expects a second group of fire engines…
LAKEWOOD, COLORADO — December 2017— The Division of Fire Prevention and Control (DFPC) has sent one of its two Multi-Mission Aircraft’s (MMA) to assist with the wildfire situation in California. The second Multi-Mission Aircraft will remain in Colorado. The national structure for combating wildland fires is a cooperative, interagency system involving local, state, and federal agencies. “When Colorado…
The Pikes Peak Hot Rod Rock and Rumble will take place at the Pikes Peak International Raceway on September 29th and 30th. There will be live bands and DJ. Bands include Lee Rocker, Nekromantix, Hillbilly Casino, Aquasonics and the Atomic Drifters. Other events include car show, vintage drag and oval racing, swap meet, kids games…
El Paso County, Colorado – El Paso County Public Health is urging residents to take steps to protect themselves, pets, and livestock from rabies after a skunk found south of the Colorado Springs Airport has tested positive for rabies. This is the fifteenth confirmed rabid animal (8 skunks, 7 bats) in El Paso County in 2017…
FORT CARSON, Colo. – Fort Carson will host the annual Joint Forces Retiree Appreciation Day at the Mountain Post Soldier Center, Building 1525, on post Oct. 14 at 8 a.m. to provide retirees with essential services. The annual event recognizes the service of the military retiree population and provides updated information that is pertinent to…
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – It will be a two-wheeled extravaganza Sept. 30 when Cheyenne Mountain State Park (CMSP) hosts “Bike Your Park Day” with a bike expo, guided rides and workshops as part of a national celebration of the joys of bicycling in parks and public lands. The public is invited as CMSP partners with…
City of Fountain’s Community Night in the Park is Tuesday September 19 from 4 pm to 7 pm at Metcalfe Park located at 704 W Ohio Avenue.. There will be information booths, information about non-profits and vehicle display with police cars and fire engines. There will also be live music by the Fort Carson 4th…
Thanks to our military personnel for their continued service to our great country. This week’s military discount features 50% off normal admission base price*, which is offered to all active-duty, veteran and retired military personnel and their dependents living in the same household. March on up to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo for a week full of stars,…
There will be a car show at the Fountain Walmart located at 6310 S Highway 85/87 benefiting Children’s Hospital Colorado on Saturday, September 23rd. The vehicle entry fee for the car show is $10. Prizes will be awarded to the top five winners. There will be cash prizes and trophies to the top three places.…
All American Pet Photo Day is on July 11th. So get your camera charged and ready and take and share photos of your fluffy family members on our Facebook Page. We would love to see a photo of your pets!
Lakewood, CO— In honor of missing children across the country, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is hosting a coloring contest for Colorado 5th grade students as part of a national campaign sponsored by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ). The poster theme is “Bring Our Missing Children Home” and will feature the artistic…
Join the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life in the Fountain Valley on June 4, 2016. Relay for life is a fundraiser to help the American Cancer Society fight the nation’s biggest health concern cancer. It all started when in May 1985, Dr. Gordy Klatt walked and ran for 24 hours around a track in Tacoma,…
By: Courtney Craig Leftovers gobbling up space in your refrigerator? Here are some tips for keeping things organized, efficient, and tasty. A well-organized refrigerator keeps food fresh longer and lets you grab and go faster. Before you unpack groceries, spend a second thinking about the right place for everything. Here are common sense ways to…
Colorado Springs, CO (December 15, 2014) – ERA Herman Group recently announced the addition of three new broker associates to their growing team of professionals in Colorado Springs. They are excited to announce that Andrea Kohlman, Jesse Hagedorn and Betty Tardonia have all joined their Colorado Springs office, now one of the largest real estate…
Dwayne Johnson (The Rock) posted an emotional message on Instagram after his mother, Ata, and cousin, WWE NXT Diva Lina Fanene, survived a horrific car accident earlier this week. “My mom & cousin @linafanene were struck head on by a drunk driver this week – they lived. First reaction is to find the person who…
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…
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