Author: William J. Dagendesh
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Deck the halls, not wildlife, with Christmas lights, decorations
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is encouraging Teller County residents to deck the halls, not wildlife, with Christmas tree lights and decorations this holiday season. That’s because wildlife, particularly deer, are drawn to and may become trapped or entangled in brightly-colored lights and dazzling decorations. Once entangled, the animal may be unable to free itself, and…
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Deck the halls, not wildlife, with Christmas lights, decorations
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is encouraging Tri-Lakes area residents to deck the halls, not wildlife, with Christmas tree lights and decorations this holiday season. That’s because wildlife, particularly deer, are drawn to and may become trapped or entangled in brightly-colored lights and dazzling decorations. Once entangled, the animal may be unable to free itself, and…
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Deck the halls, not wildlife, with Christmas lights, decorations
Colorado Parks and Wildlife is encouraging Tri-Lakes area residents to deck the halls, not wildlife, with Christmas tree lights and decorations this holiday season. That’s because wildlife, particularly deer, are drawn to and may become trapped or entangled in brightly-colored lights and dazzling decorations. Once entangled, the animal may be unable to free itself, and…
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Recycling program cares for sheep, environment
When Bill Vogl started a homegrown fruits and veggies garden, he never imagined his tiny plot would one day lead to a recycling program where pumpkins are the star attraction. Vogl Homestead Farm, a regenerative agriculture farm located in Black Forest, raises sheep for grass-fed lamb and cultivates crops, focusing on permaculture to enhance soil…
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Recycling program cares for sheep, environment
When Bill Vogl started a homegrown fruits and veggies garden, he never imagined his tiny plot would one day lead to a recycling program where pumpkins are the star attraction. Vogl Homestead Farm, a regenerative agriculture farm located in Black Forest, raises sheep for grass-fed lamb and cultivates crops, focusing on permaculture to enhance soil…
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Alexander Schoolsky secures PPAC honor
Alexander Schoolsky has good reason to smile. The Palmer Ridge High School tennis team member beat the No. 1 singles players from four local schools in the Pikes Peak Athletic Conference, securing the All-Conference Player of the Year for No. 1 singles, and 4A Tennis All-Conference. The schools are Air Academy, Cheyenne Mountain, Discovery Canyon…
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Alexander Schoolsky secures PPAC honor
Alexander Schoolsky has good reason to smile. The Palmer Ridge High School tennis team member beat the No. 1 singles players from four local schools in the Pikes Peak Athletic Conference, securing the All-Conference Player of the Year for No. 1 singles, and 4A Tennis All-Conference. The schools are Air Academy, Cheyenne Mountain, Discovery Canyon…
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Sports roundup
Discovery Canyon Campus Boys The Thunder varsity football team lost their home game to the Lewis-Palmer Rangers 21-13, Oct 24. In Pikes Peak Athletic Conference tennis (First Team), senior Zac Tabor and sophomore Levi Perry hold the number one spots in doubles. Senior Andrew Hiles and Junior Asher Davis are second, with sophomore Jace Clawson…
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Sports roundup
Discovery Canyon Campus Boys The Thunder varsity football team lost their home game to the Lewis-Palmer Rangers 21-13, Oct 24. In Pikes Peak Athletic Conference tennis (First Team), senior Zac Tabor and sophomore Levi Perry hold the number one spots in doubles. Senior Andrew Hiles and Junior Asher Davis are second, with sophomore Jace Clawson…
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Human trafficking awareness session set for Nov. 6
A “Know the Signs, Change A Life: Human Trafficking Awareness” session will be held from 6:30-8 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 6 at Monument Community Presbyterian Church, 238 Third St. The session will educate the community on human trafficking by presenting facts, correcting misconceptions and offering ways to help combat this out-of-control heinous crime in Colorado. Kristin…