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July 16 Commissioners Meeting is Canceled

Due to a scheduling conflict there will be no Board of El Paso County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday, July 16, 2019. Commissioners and several County staff will be attending the 84th annual National Association of Counties Conference. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of El Paso County Commissioners is Tuesday, July 23 in…

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Get a Ride to the El Paso County Fair

Envida will provide transportation to the 114th annual El Paso County Fair which is Saturday, July 13, to Saturday, July 20, at the Fair & Event Center in Calhan. “El Paso County Fair is a highlight of the summer, and Envida is thrilled to help individuals and families access a fun event in Calhan,” said…

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Register for July Workshops

Looking for a way to boost your own knowledge while helping your business? The Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is offering the following workshops in July: Wednesday, July 17, 2019 Developing a Solid Marketing Plan Time: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Location: Pikes Peak SBDC, 559 East Pikes Peak Avenue, Ste. 101…

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Come to the County Fair

The 114th annual El Paso County Fair is Saturday, July 13, to Saturday, July 20, at the Fair & Event Center in Calhan. “The 114th edition of the El Paso County Fair will feature amazing entertainment options, many of which are included with daily admission,” said Stacy Starr, Fairgrounds Program Coordinator. Come see the Camel…

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Closure and Fireworks for Independence Day

All El Paso County administrative offices, County affiliated agencies, El Paso County Combined Courts and the offices of the Fourth Judicial District Attorney will be closed Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The Board of El Paso County Commissioners also shifts to its summer schedule in July and August with all regularly scheduled…

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New State Law Expands Vaping Rules

A change to an existing Colorado law goes into effect prohibiting vaping indoors in most public places in El Paso County and the rest of the State. The change, made by state legislators at the 2019 legislative session, include vaping along with smoking in restrictions already outlined in the Colorado Clean Indoor Air Act. The…

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Nature Centers Events and Programs for July 2019

El Paso County’s Fountain Creek Nature Center and Bear Creek Nature Center announce the events and activities for July 2019 which includes: photography, hikes, stories, trout, a tea party and a nature camp. Fountain Creek Nature Center 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817 719-520-6745, www.ElPasoCountyNatureCenters.com Fountain Creek Nature Adventures: Forts & Fairies…