At Flying Pig Farm in Manitou Springs, community and resilience is not only its origin story, but its enduring mission
Tucked just below Pikes Peak lies a vibrant sanctuary of plants, bees and other animals, no pigs though — and it’s far from a traditional farm.
Empty shelves, growing lines: Colorado food banks adjust to a decrease in supply and an increase in demand
Food banks across Colorado are facing a perfect storm.
Why Colorado Springs wants to delay closing its last coal plant
The CEO of the city’s utility says closing the power plant by 2030 would threaten power reliability and increase energy bills
Want to take the shuttle up Pikes Peak? Here’s what to expect
Whether you’re catching sunrise views, avoiding rental car hassles, or simply along for the ride, traveling to Colorado’s iconic peak aboard a classic yellow school bus offers another way to reach the summit.
Colorado Springs Utilities unveils new, grid-scale battery storage facility
Colorado Springs Utilities CEO Travas Deal said the battery storage will not only help the city meet clean energy targets set by the state, but will also be more cost effective for rate payers and address growing electricity demands.
Pueblo officials emphasize the importance of wearing a life jacket during water recreational activities
So far, there have been four confirmed deaths at Lake Pueblo State Park this summer. None of them were wearing life jackets.
Herds over highways: Colorado’s largest wildlife overpass is now under construction above I-25
Located on the interstate between Monument and Larkspur, the Greenland Wildlife Overpass aims to provide a safe passage for large animals such as deer, elk, and pronghorn over six lanes of traffic.
Report on life in Pikes Peak region found job growth, high satisfaction with outdoor recreation, but a rise in adult obesity
The Quality of Life Report from Pikes Peak United Way looked at everything from crime, the economy and social well-being.
History Colorado expands Hands-On History camps to the San Luis Valley
The educational camps aim to fill gaps in childcare when school is not in session.
Pigs, goats, sheep, chickens and more seized in El Paso County animal cruelty investigation
More than 50 animals were seized from what investigators called “deplorable conditions.” Two people now face criminal charges.
Online open house for Colorado’s Front Range Passenger Rail closes Sunday, June 15
The open house is a self-guided online tour with information on the development of the intercity passenger rail service with stations from Fort Collins to Pueblo.
