Tag: monument
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Lewis-Palmer D-38 to close schools Tuesday after threat
Lewis-Palmer District 38 announced on Monday afternoon that all of its schools will be closed on Tuesday “out of an abundance of caution.” In a statement sent out to district families and staff, D-38 communications director Amy Matisek said that law enforcement informed administration of a potential risk involving Monument-area schools. “We understand this is…
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Lewis-Palmer D-38 to close schools Tuesday after threat
Lewis-Palmer District 38 announced on Monday afternoon that all of its schools will be closed on Tuesday “out of an abundance of caution.” In a statement sent out to district families and staff, D-38 communications director Amy Matisek said that law enforcement informed administration of a potential risk involving Monument-area schools. “We understand this is…
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Monument closes budget gap, despite flat revenue projections
The town of Monument is finalizing its budget for 2026 after working through what town officials previously described as a financial crisis. The budget offsets stalled sales tax revenue and deficit spending in the town north of Colorado Springs. The latest figures see the town ending 2025 with a 32.73% general fund reserve of about…
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CBI searching for missing teen with developmental disability last spotted in El Paso County
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is searching for 17-year-old Avery Hull after she was last seen Saturday near the 19800 block of Sundance Trail in Monument. Hull, who has a developmental disability and requires medication, was spotted on a Ring doorbell getting into an unknown vehicle. Hull has brown hair and green eyes, and is…
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Palmer Ridge defeats Broomfield, moves on to semifinals
Palmer Ridge had 23 points in last year’s semifinal game against Broomfield. This time, it had 28 points in the first half and went on to upend the 4A defending champions. A stout Bears defense helped No. 3 Palmer Ridge gain a 28-7 lead in the first half on Saturday. And its momentum continued for…
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Tri-Lakes area offers something for everyone this holiday season
People embrace the Christmas holiday season because of community spirit, historical tradition and a desire to celebrate the season with colorful, festive mountain town events. That’s because the holiday season evokes cherished memories, and Christmas events provide an opportunity to create new memories and celebrate the most joyous of all seasons. The shared experience of…
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Tri-Lakes area offers something for everyone this holiday season
People embrace the Christmas holiday season because of community spirit, historical tradition and a desire to celebrate the season with colorful, festive mountain town events. That’s because the holiday season evokes cherished memories, and Christmas events provide an opportunity to create new memories and celebrate the most joyous of all seasons. The shared experience of…
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Colorado EDC approves incentives to bring new fabrication facility to El Paso County
A mechanical contracting and systems engineering company is considering opening a new fabrication facility in Monument, north of Colorado Springs. The Colorado Economic Development Commission approved up to $453,000 in Strategic Fund incentives to the unnamed company labeled as “Project Cobalt” on Thursday. The EDC often does not disclose company names to protect confidentiality throughout…
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Lewis-Palmer D-38 approves coursework for new career center
Lewis-Palmer D-38 is rounding out its career-readiness offerings for its high schoolers. D-38’s board of education approved new courses in robotics engineering and manufacturing, as well as entrepreneurship, during its regular meeting Monday night. The courses will be offered at the district’s Career and Innovation Center, which opened this fall, starting in the 2026-27 schoolyear.…
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Lewis-Palmer D-38 approves coursework for new career center
Lewis-Palmer D-38 is rounding out its career-readiness offerings for its high schoolers. D-38’s board of education approved new courses in robotics engineering and manufacturing, as well as entrepreneurship, during its regular meeting Nov. 17. The courses will be offered at the district’s Career and Innovation Center, which opened this fall, starting in the 2026-27 schoolyear.…