Tag: monument
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Birthday bash promises ‘monumental’ family fun
The community is invited to a high octane birthday party that promises to take the cake. The first-ever Monumental Birthday Bash will be held from 5-10 p.m., on June 4 in Limbach Park. The free, family fun event will honor the town’s incorporation in 1879 and highlight the community’s 147-year history. Two music acts top…
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Buc-ee’s affiliates buy land, may proceed with controversial Tri-Lakes location
A recent land transfer is sending signals that Buc-ee’s may be committed to building its second Colorado location at a controversial site near Monument Hill. The property on I-25 and County Line Road, at the northern border of unincorporated El Paso County, has long been eyed for the Texas chain of travel centers known for…
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‘Status quo is not an option’: Monument braces for multi-year water rate increases
A study is recommending significant increases to the rates residents would pay for water in the town of Monument. Kevin Burnett, a consultant with Willdan Financial Services, told town councilmembers on Monday that Monument’s water enterprise was operating on a spending deficit that would deplete its reserve by 2029. “The status quo is not an…
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‘Status quo is not an option’: Monument braces for multi-year water rate increases
A study is recommending significant increases to the rates residents would pay for water in the town of Monument. Kevin Burnett, a consultant with Willdan Financial Services, told town councilmembers last week that Monument’s water enterprise was operating on a spending deficit that would deplete its reserve by 2029. “The status quo is not an…
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Lewis-Palmer grad becomes youngest elected board member for NRA
Nick Smith and Doug Fitzgerald A Lewis-Palmer High School graduate has just become the National Rifle Association’s youngest board member, and he’s gunning to bring a fresh perspective to leadership. Huey Laugesen, 25, was elected to the board of directors for a one-year term, according to preliminary results from the NRA’s 2026 mail-in ballot election.…
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Monument Fire District plans expansions, first-ever seasonal mitigation team
The Monument Fire District has big plans this year, including new facilities and a boost to fire mitigation capacity. The district with 23 daily staff broke ground this month on a new Station 3 by Jackson Creek Parkway, replacing the old building on Woodmoor Drive. Chief Andy Kovacs said the 17,000-square-foot station will have four…
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Monument Fire District plans expansions, first-ever seasonal mitigation team
The Monument Fire District has big plans this year, including new facilities and a boost to fire mitigation capacity. The district with 23 daily staff broke ground this month on a new Station 3 by Jackson Creek Parkway, replacing the old building on Woodmoor Drive. Chief Andy Kovacs said the 17,000-square-foot station will have four…
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Student redefines ‘heavy metal’ with welding project
A larger-than-life guitar sculpture is being praised for its artistry, quality craftsmanship and considered for display in downtown Monument. Measuring 7 feet tall and weighing about 150 pounds, the intricately detailed sculpture is a symbol of immense, versatile sounds produced by today’s top guitar virtuosos. What’s more, its creator — artist and musician Kayla McKenzie…
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Ladies event offers shopping, sweet surprises
A popular shopping staple offering women an opportunity to find and purchase unique items for themselves is returning to downtown Monument this month. The No Boys Allowed Tour will be held from 5-8 p.m. April 16 at The Love Shop, 251 Front St., No. 13, Monument. The NBA is a private, women-only shopping experience that…
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Monument dedicates bench in honor of late councilman Jim Romanello
Ask anyone who knew Jim Romanello what he was like, and they’ll tell you he was warm, friendly, gracious — a man of faith who was deeply committed to his family, his community, and had a laugh like no other. Among roughly 40 friends, family members and colleagues of the former Monument councilman, several recalled…