Author: By Courier staff
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Gold Camp Victorian Society becomes a sponsor of Cripple Creek District Museum
The Gold Camp Victorian Society of Cripple Creek announced on Sept. 2 its 2024 sponsorship of the Cripple Creek District Museum. The mission of both the Cripple Creek District Museum and of the Gold Camp Victorian Society is the preservation of the history of the Cripple Creek Gold Mining District. Several Gold Camp Victorian Society…
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CPW seeks help solving elk poaching case west of Tarryall Reservoir
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is asking the public for help identifying the person or persons who killed a bull elk between June 24 and the morning of June 26 between the towns of Como and Hartsel. Wildlife officers were alerted to a bull elk carcass which had been dumped alongside Pike National Forest Road 146,…
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Woodland Park School District garners awards
The Woodland Park School District announced achievements by two of its schools. According to the district, Woodland Park High School earned the Marzano High Reliability Schools Level 1 certification, which recognizes a commitment to establishing a “safe, supportive and collaborative culture” as the foundation for student success. “By addressing and evaluating day-to-day school operations, WPHS…
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WPSD recognizes three graduates for academic excellence
The Woodland Park School District recognized three graduating seniors for academic excellence. Recognized were Adam Lanucha, Kamila Conley and Makayla Newcom. “These individuals consistently demonstrated exceptional dedication, perseverance, and a strong work ethic throughout their high school journey.,” WPSD said in a press release. “We applaud these students for their outstanding academic accomplishments and encourage…
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Colorado State Patrol reminds recreationalists to load trailers properly
Seeing a camper, boat or trailer swiftly moving side to side as it is pulled down the road can put the fear into most passing motorists for good reason, it can be deadly. Ensuring that a vehicle is hitched safely, distributing the weight on the trailer or camper properly and driving responsibly are key in…
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Complaint filed challenging election of new Florissant fire board
Starla Thompson has filed a complaint in Teller County District Court seeking a stay on certification of the election results for the Florissant Fire Protection District Board. Thompson, a former board member, was an unsuccessful candidate for the election May 2. In the petition, Thompson charges that the winners, David Groat, Allen Schultz, Robert Perry…
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Woodland park teachers will get free PACE membership
All school-based staff will now be able get Professional Association of Colorado Educators (PACE) membership free of charge. The Woodland Park School District announce it will cover the cost of membership for the 2023-24 school year. PACE members get a variety of benefits, including liability insurance and legal protection, professional development opportunities, access to newsletters,…
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‘Peer coaches’ help foster culture of success for Panthers
With only two weeks left in the regular track season, the Woodland Park track team is looking to qualify more athletes for state and continue to set school and personal records. Coach Jeremy Grier attributes the team’s successful season to its nine captains, who Grier describes as peer coaches. The nine captains are seniors Dan…
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Panthers rack up wins, personal records at track meet in Rye
Daniel Summeril took first place in the discus and second in the shot put as the Woodland park track and field team racked up personal records at the Thunderbolt Invite in Rye on April 21. The Panthers also took home the team titles in both the boys and the girls competitions. “There are too many…
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Woodland Park track team rises to higher level of competition
Trips to Denver over the past two weeks exposed the Woodland Park High School track and field team some of the best competition from larger schools in the area. Several Panthers responded to the higher level of competition, scoring new personal records in their respective events. Several athletes have already secured their spots in the…