Tribune news briefs for March 25
Snow removal award
El Paso County’s Department of Public Works was named a 2026 recipient of the Excellence in Snow and Ice Control Award by the American Public Works Association.
The national recognition reflects sustained performance across a 2,130-square-mile service area and 4,400 lane miles of roadway, where crews respond to an average of 24 plowable snow events each year and clear more than one million lane miles annually.
“This award represents the consistent, professional work our snow fighters deliver year after year,” said Jack Ladley, Executive Director of El Paso County Public Works. “Our team combines strong training, proven technology, and disciplined operations to provide reliable service for residents while being responsible stewards of public resources.”
Amphitheater lineup
It’s beginning to look a lot like concert season at Ford Amphitheater.
The lineup is filling out at the open-air amphitheater Billboard recently included on its 2026 list of top music venues around the world.
Recent additions include comedian John Mulaney, who, as of now, will kick off the season May 14, along with Fred Armisen and Mike Birbiglia. Tickets are $73-$398.
Other new acts include Tik-Tok singer-songwriter gone viral Alex Warren on June 3, country star Dierks Bentley on July 2, rock bands The Black Crowes and Whiskey Myers on Aug. 1, and ska punk band Sublime on Aug. 6.
Famed cellist Yo-Yo Ma will play with the Colorado Symphony June 5, O.A.R. visits June 18, violinist Lindsey Stirling on Aug. 8, Alison Krauss and Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas on Aug. 14, and country singer-songwriter Brantley Gilbert on Sept. 5.
For tickets, go online to fordamphitheater.live.
Five-vehicle collision
At least six people were taken to a hospital following a five-vehicle collision on Interstate 25 near Monument, according to the State Patrol.
The crash took place just before 9:30 a.m. March 15 in the southbound lanes of the interstate, officials said.
The highway was shut down for about 90 minutes, with traffic diverted to Jackson Creek Parkway, while emergency responders cleared the scene and transported the injured motorists, according to State Trooper Gabriel Moltrer.
State Patrol could not confirm the cause of the crash, but a high wind warning was in effect, with snow showers in some areas, according to the National Weather Service in Pueblo.
Easter photos
Bass Pro Shops at 13012 Bass Pro Drive is offering FREE photos with the Easter Bunny from March 28 through April 5.. Families are encouraged to make a free reservation online and will receive a FREE 4×6 studio-quality photo, with additional photo packages available for purchase. After visiting the Easter Bunny, families will receive a free Bass Easter Egg with a special prize, while supplies last.
Photo hours are:
Saturday, March 28: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, March 29: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Monday, March 30 – Thursday, April 2: 5 – 8 p.m.
Friday, April 3: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday, April 4: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, April 5: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Education accolades
- Alyssa Murphy of Monument made the dean’s list for the Fall 2025 semester at the Georgia Institute of Technology.
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