Tag: top stories
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New management eyed for Maroon Bells, continuing a trend across federal lands in Colorado
One of Colorado’s top postcard images will remain the same. But behind the scenes, the management of Maroon Bells Scenic Area could look different. The U.S. Forest Service is considering a special-use permit for Pitkin County to manage the day-to-day around the iconic lake reflecting the twin peaks. Between May and October of last year,…
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Gazette, Centennial Institute cosponsoring Republican gubernatorial debate Tuesday
The Gazette and the Centennial Institute are cosponsoring a Republican gubernatorial debate Tuesday at Colorado Christian University, featuring candidates state Rep. Scott Bottoms, a Colorado Springs pastor, and longtime GOP insider state Sen. Barb Kirkmeyer. Candidates will field questions on major issues facing Colorado, including the economy, crime/public safety, state budget/TABOR, energy, infrastructure and affordability.…
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The best bagels in Colorado Springs? The vote is in
In this weekly feature, we’re celebrating the best of Colorado Springs’ food and drink scene ー as determined by voters in the 2026 Best of the Springs (thebestofthesprings.com). We’ll throw in our own recommendation, too. Up this week: bagels. Gold: Bella’s Bagels Bella’s recently made headlines for the Pueblo green chile cream cheese winning Schmear…
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Pikes Pick: Your ticket to free drinks around Colorado Springs
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. I know, I know ー we’re a long way away from Christmas. It’s only the start of summer. And that means it’s time for the annual Crafts and Drafts Passport, which is kind of like finding gifts under the tree. Around this time every year, Visit Colorado…
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Free shuttle starts to Red Rocks, other destinations west of Denver
A long-envisioned shuttle to top outdoor destinations in the Denver area has officially hit the road. Memorial Day weekend marked the launch of Westracks ー beginning an initiative to cut back emissions and hassles for drivers who might otherwise fight traffic and struggle for parking. The free shuttle is also aimed at getting people without…
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Be The People campaign hopes to reignite American spirit | Vince Bzdek
“If we want to be We the People, then we need to Be the People.” That’s the battle cry of a collection of more than 50 of the most prominent philanthropic organizations and donors in the country, who are launching a new national campaign this summer to revitalize citizenship. The campaign is called Be The…
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Happy Trails: A favorite loop at Stratton Open Space in Colorado Springs
Meadows Trail Stratton Open Space is a poster child of Colorado Springs’ Trails, Open Space and Parks (TOPS) initiative, which voters approved in 1997. That set aside a portion of sales tax revenues to preserve natural areas 一 an early example being this hilly mosaic of meadows and woods between the neighborhood and North Cheyenne…
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Here are 4 of the best barbecue spots in Colorado Springs
In this weekly feature, we’re celebrating the best of Colorado Springs’ food and drink scene ー as determined by voters in the 2026 Best of the Springs (thebestofthesprings.com). We’ll throw in our own recommendation, too. Up this week: barbecue. Gold: The Chuckwagon On the Springs’ east side, fans line up before the doors open Thursday-Sunday…
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MeadowGrass Music Festival returns to Black Forest for Memorial Day weekend
Typically, it’s a quiet stretch of forest. A historic lodge hides in the Colorado landscape as surrounding trails wind through pine trees, and a small chapel perfectly frames Pikes Peak in the distance. By Memorial Day weekend, it’s something else entirely. The grounds of La Foret Conference & Retreat Center will fill with music lovers,…
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Vision shaping for long-sought bike path off scenic, deadly highway in Colorado
In Boulder, local and visiting cyclists have long sought a dedicated path away from the popular but dangerous shoulders of a highway through scenic, hilly countryside. They’ll have to keep waiting. A bike path along U.S. 36 between Boulder and Lyons still requires bureaucratic approvals, tens of millions of dollars and potentially another year or…