Author: Annika Schmidt
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Colorado Springs, YMCA knock out lifeguard shortage as outdoor pools open
As the weather warms and Colorado Springs residents flock to outdoor pools this weekend, the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is equipped with enough lifeguards for full operations this summer — the first time in over three years. Pandemic-related lifeguard shortages continue to make headlines nationally, but YMCA Chief Operating Officer Theresa Johnson said…
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Colorado Springs spray grounds and pools are reopening. Here are 9 places to cool off this summer
Swimmers, splashers and sun-tanners have a lot to look forward to this weekend: Splash pads, fountains and public pools are reopening Memorial Day weekend as the weather warms up. The Watering Hole at Venezia Park — Enjoy more than a dozen water features at the John Venezia Community Park in northeast Colorado Springs. Operating hours…
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Colorado Springs ‘Jeopardy!’ champ loses title on day two
A Colorado Springs resident who became “Jeopardy!” champion Tuesday night had a short stint in the winner’s seat after earning second place on Wednesday. Defending her title on day two, Lynn Di Vito, a retired museum educator, answered 16 questions correctly by the end of Double Jeopardy!, erring on three, and finished in second place…
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Garden of the Gods access road reopens after long improvements project
Access to Garden of the Gods Park is open from both the north and the south after an improvements project turned the corridor into a more functional wildfire evacuation route for nearby neighborhoods. After a year-long closure for construction, 30th Street recently reopened to the public between Gateway Road and Fontanero Street, according to a spokesperson…
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El Paso County sheriff’s deputy arrested on felony charges
An El Paso County sheriff’s deputy was arrested Thursday on suspicion of menacing and first-degree official misconduct, according to a news release from the Sheriff’s Office. Colorado Springs police took Daniel Garcia into custody in connection with an ongoing investigation, for which the Sheriff’s Office provided limited details. Public court records show Garcia is charged…
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8 Memorial Day weekend events around Colorado Springs
Check out some local events happening in the Colorado Springs area this Memorial Day weekend: Memorial Day Run & March Hosted by the Colorado Veterans Project since 2015, Memorial Day Run & March invites attendees to run, walk, or ruck one of three routes on Saturday. The event will gather donations to help feed homeless…
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Police activity in Fountain neighborhood clear, detectives conducting search warrant
The City of Fountain asked residents to avoid an area south of Colorado Springs as police execute a search warrant, according to spokesperson Lisa Schneider. The police activity was in a neighborhood in the 11000 block of Berry Farm Road. Around 2:30 p.m., the City of Fountain announced the activity was clear. Detectives remain on…
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Stabbing at Barr Trail investigated, suspect held on $1 million bond
A man has been arrested in connection with a stabbing near the base of the Manitou Incline, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. Law enforcement received reports of the assault in the parking lot at Barr Trail around 7:40 p.m. Monday. The victim, 60-year-old Eric Snay, was found with more than 15 stab…
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Suspect in hockey mask attempts robbery at knifepoint in Colorado Springs
A person in a hockey mask who attempted to rob a northeast Colorado Springs business Wednesday morning is at large, according to police. The suspect allegedly entered a business in the 6000 block of Dublin Boulevard around 11:12 a.m., displayed a knife and demanded money. The suspect left the scene without taking any money and…
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Man arrested for allegedly luring undercover detective posing as 14-year-old for sex: Police
An undercover investigation into subjects exploiting minors on the internet led Colorado Springs police to arrest a man who has been messaging an online undercover account posing as a 14-year-old girl. Garry Henderson, 38, allegedly made contact with the account in April and chatted for approximately one month with who he thought was a 14-year-old…