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Newlook Air Force offensive line hopes to find rhythm with five new starters
If Air Force’s new offensive line were a boy band, Alex Moore would be known as the boisterous, outgoing one. OK, let’s stop the analogy there. It just doesn’t fit. “Alex Moore is probably the loudest,” center Costen Cooley said. “We’re all pretty much mellow, though, so that’s not saying much.”
Almost 800 animals at HSPPR seeking their forever home
(EL PASO/PUEBLO COUNTIES) — The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) is asking for help as shelters are currently housing almost 800 animals waiting for their ‘fur-ever’ home. HSPPR is asking for the community’s support in adopting a pet. A spokesperson with HSPPR said they have more than 790 animals — in shelters […]
Major demolition work completed at former Drake Power Plant in Colorado Springs
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - Community leaders are marking the completion of major demolition work at the former Martin Drake Power Plant on Thursday. An event commemorating the milestone began at 3 p.m. That replay is available at the top of this article. According to Colorado Springs Utilities, the former...
El Paso County Offices Closed Monday, September 2 for Labor Day
August 29, 2024 – El Paso County administrative and elected administrative offices and affiliated agencies will be closed on Monday, September 2, in observance of Labor Day. El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office (all locations) All locations will also be closed August 30 – September 2, 2024...
Labor Day Lift Off starts new era after death of longtime organizer
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) - Banning Lewis Ranch hosted its annual "Aloft" event Thursday previewing the weekend's "Labor Day Lift Off" balloon show for the first time without lead organizer, Scott Appelman. "Scott had a vision of what ballooning could be and how it could be presented to more of the public and brought it The post Labor Day Lift Off starts new era after death of longtime organizer appeared first on KRDO.
Has rent increased in COS? Study says yes… and no
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A new study reported that the overall median rent in Colorado Springs rose in August, but has decreased over the past twelve months. According to a Colorado Springs Rent Report, rent in Colorado Springs increased by 0.3% in August, compared to a 0.1% decrease nationwide. The overall median rent in the city […]
Rocky Mountain College Kick-Off
Tailgate with us this college football season! Rocky Mountain College Kick-Off presented by Bank of Colorado is hosted by Brady Hull, Tanner Schwindt and several KFKA voices including Mike Danson and Dustin Erbes and will focus on Colorado State, Colorado, Northern Colorado, Air Force and Wyoming with in-depth game previews, interviews from coaches, players, insiders and much more.
Palmer Ridge and Ponderosa highlight big week of high school football games
For Palmer Ridge and Ponderosa, it’s time to jump into the deep end. Both teams open their football seasons on Thursday night and they’ll meet at EchoPark Stadium in massive Week 1 showdown. This battle is our spotlight game to watch in a very loaded schedule of high...
CSPD: Man causes thousands of dollars in property damage
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) arrested a man on Thursday, Aug. 28 after he caused damage estimated to be several thousand dollars. At approximately 9:45 p.m., CSPD officers received multiple calls about an individual damaging property in the area of West Colorado Avenue and South 31st Street. CSPD said at least […]
50 Gallons of Diesel Spill into Shooks Run Creek from Truck Crash in Colorado Springs
A recent crash in Colorado Springs led to a significant environmental hazard when a truck's punctured diesel tank resulted in a spill into Shooks Run Creek. As reported by Denver7, approximately 50 gallons of diesel fuel escaped into the creek following the incident on Wednesday afternoon. The crash occurred near...
Wind grounds pre-Labor Day hot air balloon launch in Colorado Springs, but the show goes on
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) - Windy conditions grounded the pre-Labor Day Lift Off event, Colorado Springs ALOFT, at Banning Lewis Ranch Thursday, but the show went on with some adjustments. Chris Sabia, a hot air balloon pilot, explained that winds over 10 mph make balloons difficult to control and potentially...
CSPD: Man chasing person with knife, banging on windows
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) said in the afternoon hours of Wednesday, Aug. 28 officers were called to reports of a man chasing someone with a knife. Police said on Wednesday at around 4:30 p.m. officers were called to the 5700 block of North Academy Boulevard just south of Vickers Drive […]
Colorado Springs triathlete Melissa Stockwell talks with FOX21 ahead of 2024 Paralympic Games
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The 2024 Paralympic Games are officially underway in Paris and around 4,400 athletes are expected to compete, including triathlete Melissa Stockwell from Colorado Springs. Stockwell joined the U.S. Army in 2002. After being deployed to Iraq in 2004, she became the first female American soldier to lose a limb in active combat […]
FCS Merrimack Visits Air Force for the Start of the 2024 Season
Air Force will open the 2024 football season with the typical FCS opponent for Parent’s Weekend on Saturday, August 31 with the kickoff at 1:30 PM MT. The game will be televised on CBS Sports Network. Saturday’s opponent will be the Merrimack College Warriors, who will be playing their...
UPDATE: Missing woman found safe
UPDATE: THURSDAY 8/29/2024 9:49 a.m. The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) said Diane Currington has been found safe. CSPD thanks the community for its help. ORIGINAL STORY: CSPD looking for missing adult who needs regular medication THURSDAY 8/29/2024 8:59 a.m. (COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) is asking for the community’s help […]
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