Author: Benn Farrell

A casual gathering in a flower shop just under two years ago has since blossomed into a growing nonprofit organization serving young adults with developmental disabilities throughout the Pikes Peak region. Rocky Mountain Inclusive Connections (RMIC), based in Colorado Springs, was officially founded in March 2024, but its roots trace back to a “speed-friending” event…

A historical one-room school built in 1912 was the focal point of a celebration by School District 38 having recently been restored. Lewis-Palmer School District 38 hosted a community celebration May 3 on the grounds of Ray E. Kilmer Elementary School in the Black Forest area of Colorado Springs marking the restoration of the Pine…

A popular taqueria in Palmer Lake has officially been sold after plans to relocate to a larger location fell upon bad luck earlier this year, leaving the owners reeling for new inspiration and opportunity. And above all, take care of their family. Sasquatch & Yeti Taqueria, a popular but tiny restaurant in Palmer Lake’s dining…

Among a sea of fedoras and flapper headwear, the Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce once again celebrated its entrepreneurial and philanthropic community at one of its biggest annual events. The Chamber’s annual awards dinner, auction and casino night fundraiser came roaring back for another year of celebration, recognition and merriment April 25 at Hotel Polaris. Dubbed…

Town of Monument councilmember Jim Romanello passed away from injuries related to a motorcycle crash on CO 67 outside Deckers on April 13. The Tri-Lakes community responded to the announcement with sadness and tributes to the long-serving public servant of the Tri-Lakes community. ​Romanello’s involvement with the Town of Monument local government began with his…

An amendment to the proposed agreement between the Town of Monument and the Loop Water Authority missed the mark on clarity and ultimately was voted down. During its regular meeting, April 7 at Monument Town Hall, the Monument Town Council voted to not approve a resolution which would have amended the Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) establishing…

The Lewis-Palmer School District 38 announced a new internal search for its next superintendent of schools. D-38 Director of Human Resources Alicia Welch announced the search to community stakeholders, April 11, and detailed the process which aims to ensure continuity and a renewed focus on the district’s educational goals, she said. “This leadership transition offers…

Renovations on Lewis-Palmer School District 38’s new Career & Innovation Center are officially underway. District 38 marked the beginning of renovations with a Wall-Breaking Ceremony on March 31 at the Career & Innovation Center at 1200 Synthes Avenue in Monument. Nearly 100 guests attended the event, where they used sledgehammers to literally begin demolition of…

Bella Art and Frame, a longtime staple of the Tri-Lakes arts and business community, is under new ownership as Micaela Cimino and her husband, Joseph Jesse, have recently taken the helm. The couple, who recently relocated from Brooklyn, New York, bring a blend of fine arts and craftsmanship to the gallery, along with a vision…