Tag: car crash
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Traffic blocked at Marksheffel and Highway 94
The Cimmaron Hills Fire Department (CHFD) is currently working with the Falcon Fire Department in response to a car crash blocking traffic at Marksheffel and Highway 94. In a post on X, CHFD stated that eastbound traffic along Highway 94 and southbound traffic along Marksheffel have been blocked because of the crash.
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Craving Colorado | Cooper’s on the Creek
After years in the restaurant industry, Amanda and Ryan Cooper fulfilled their dream of opening up their own place, Cooper’s on the Creek in Georgetown. The restaurant attracts locals and tourists alike with standout dishes such as crispy Brussels sprouts and duck confit.
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Scientists studying effects of dam removal at Eleven Mile Canyon
Scientists are studying the effects of removing an abandoned concrete dam in Eleven Mile Canyon, Colorado, to observe how the ecosystem repairs and reshapes itself. They’re closely monitoring changes in the streambed, habitat recovery, and the response of fish populations, aiming to apply their findings to similar dam removal projects in the future, with particular…
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Protesters not finding much support among Americans, or Coloradans | Vince Bzdek
I keep harking back to the lessons of my “War and Violence in the 1960s” class in college as I watch the protests over Gaza and Israel sweep across the country and into Colorado. I remember a key document we studied in that class, The Port Huron Statement, written in 1962, which called for college…
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Deaf cattle dog, trainer to perform at Colorado Springs Pet Expo
Maddie, a deaf Australian cattle dog, is trained through hand signals and positive reinforcement by her owner, Eric Melvin, who continues his mission of inspiring people and advocating for deaf dogs. Together, Eric and Maddie perform tricks and attend public events, showcasing the capabilities of deaf dogs. The duo will be showcasing their talents at…
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Crash debris, videos helped CSPD make arrest in fatal hit-and-run at Platte and Academy
The evidence in the case of a man killed on a scooter in a hit-and-run collision in the early-morning hours of April 26 stacked up quickly. Those details, as well as the voluntary surrender of the suspected driver, are included in the arrest affidavit obtained by The Gazette. Colorado Springs police received a call about…
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Suspect arrested in deadly Colorado Springs hit-and-run
A person has been arrested in a hit and run that killed a person riding a scooter late Friday night at Platte Avenue and Academy Boulevard. The Colorado Springs Police Department says the scooter rider, who has not yet been identified as police notify next of kin, was driving east on Platte Avenue when struck…
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Goodwill of Colorado’s Outlet Center provides unique shopping experience
The Goodwill of Colorado’s Outlet Center offers a unique shopping experience akin to a treasure hunt, where shoppers sift through donated items sold by the pound. The outlet’s system ensures that unsold items are salvaged or recycled, contributing to sustainability efforts.
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UPDATE: Suspect vehicle ID’d in fatal hit-and-run crash near Colorado Springs mall
Colorado Springs police have released a photo of the vehicle believed to have been involved in a hit-and-run that killed a person riding a scooter near The Citadel mall early Friday morning. The crash happened at about 1:20 a.m., near the intersection of Platte Avenue and Academy Boulevard, police said in an online blotter entry.…
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A Colorado fly fishing legends reflects on life, career
A.K. Best is best known for his prolific contributions to the world of fly tying, where his meticulously crafted flies, detailed instructional books, and innovative techniques have earned him widespread acclaim among fly fishers worldwide.