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HSPPR helps pet out of slithery situation
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Multiple staff members at the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) came together to help a snake that had slithered himself into a bit of a situation. According to a post on HSPPR’s Facebook page, the snake was exploring his owner’s car when he suddenly found himself stuck. HSPPR said […]
Annual Best of the West Wing Fest is back for third year
(SPONSORED) — Who has the best chicken wings in town? That’s a very popular question amongst visitors, newcomers, and long-time locals alike!. It’s the exact question that fueled this idea when Co-Founder Flip Aguilera read it on the Colorado Word of Mouth Facebook group online. Best of the West Wing Fest is the only Chicken Wing Competition in all of Colorado! Displaying the city’s diversity through food and live entertainment acts. A community-building event where the attendees get to vote on who they think is the best, NOT a panel of judges!
VIEWER PHOTOS: Overnight rain brings morning rainbows to Pikes Peak region!
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - Following an overnight downpour, those who woke up early enough in the Pikes Peak region Sunday were treated to a morning rainbow!. Below are photos from a few viewers. We have so many more in our album on our website. Click here to view and to add your own!
Sunrise train experiences up to Pikes Peak began, with now three chances left to see the breathtaking views
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - All aboard the Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway, as sightseers, made their way up to Pikes Peak Sunday morning, to see the sunrise. The train departed at 4:30 a.m., and there’s only three chances left for this “unique” experience. “There’s...
Journey To The Top of America’s Mountain: Manitou Incline
Nestled in the breathtaking scenery of Manitou Springs, Colorado, the Manitou Incline stands as a formidable challenge and a testament to human endurance and determination. Known as one of the toughest hikes in the United States, this mile-long trail gains a staggering 2,000 feet in elevation, presenting a relentless ascent that attracts fitness enthusiasts, adventurers, and nature lovers alike.
Cat Fest Colorado returns to celebrate all things feline
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Returning to the springs for its second year on Saturday, July 21, “Cat Fest Colorado” is, as its name implies, about all things cats. Featuring education programs, adoptions, celebrity cat meet-and-greets, and cat goods, the event served as a mecca for local cat worshippers. Celebrity cats, such as Liebchen Travels, Madfluffs, Alpha […]
Ivywild Garden Art Toure reveals fanciful gardens and art
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The third annual Ivywild Garden Art Toure took place on Saturday, July 20, giving locals a chance to visit several whimsical gardens around the Ivywild neighborhood. Visitors started at the Millibo Art Theatre and followed a map provided by the event for a self-guided tour. Featured gardens included urban farm-style plots with […]
“Undivide Us”: Bulletin, Rocky Mountain PBS screen film on bringing news and communities together
UPDATE: In order to accommodate the great response to this event, it is being moved to Wednesday, July 31, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the El Pomar Foundation Penrose House Garden Pavilion located at 1661 Mesa Ave. We look forward to you joining us for this amazing opportunity!. “Undivide...
Rare Proof $5 coins at Stack’s Bowers Rarities Night sale
Two Proof gold $5 half eagles are among the exciting lots at Stack’s Bowers Galleries’ Aug. 13 Rarities Night auction, with lot viewing at the ANA World’s Fair of Money, Aug. 4 to 9. Making a quick return to the auction block after selling for $630,000 at...
At this Larkspur greenhouse, families and friendships flourish with each summer sale
Inside a split-level home in northeast Colorado Springs, 6-year-old Eliot Hicks savored the last spoonfuls of his SpaghettiOs, his small feet swinging beneath the kitchen table, during an evening late this spring. His father, Justin Hicks, was nearby, tending to a collection of plants that made their living space feel like a miniature jungle.
Hive Kitchen Market summer buzz: local flavors & classes
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Hive Kitchen Market is creating a buzz in southern Colorado! This shared kitchen houses many small businesses, including bakers, chefs, and food product manufacturers. The Hive is a pickup location for specialty orders and, most recently, a place to take cooking classes. Kim Barnes, the...
How this L&L Hawaiian Barbecue franchisee is spreading Hawaiian culture in Colorado
If founders, chefs and other creatives are the beating heart of the restaurant industry, then franchisees are the veins delivering their ideas to all corners of the globe. Franchising is critical to the success of the industry, allowing brands to quickly scale their big ideas using other people’s capital. And whether it’s a mom-and-pop restaurant owner with one or two franchised restaurants or a seasoned veteran whose influence in the industry is well-known, franchisees — with all their individual attributes, styles and personalities — make a huge impact on the success of a business.
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