Events and Programs for July 2018
El Paso County’s Fountain Creek Nature Center and Bear Creek Nature Center announce the events and activities for July 2018 which includes: puppets, dragonflies, firefly hike, nature camp, a creek…
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El Paso County News, Stories, Events and Videos
Volunteers Needed for El Paso County Board of Adjustment
The Board of El Paso County Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the Board of Adjustment. Applications for the open position are due by July 16, 2018.…
Heat and Drought Force Reduction in Gravel Road Maintenance
When the temperature soared to a record-high of 98 degrees last Wednesday, the El Paso County Highway Division re-evaluated grading operations on rural roads. It was determined that dry conditions…
New Trap and Skeet Shooting Facilities
Trap and skeet shooting enthusiasts can now sharpen their skills on a brand-new range at the Cheyenne Mountain Shooting Complex (CMSC). County Commissioners joined with leaders from Fort Carson, Colorado…
Fireworks and Burn Ban Information
We would like to wish every citizen in El Paso County a safe and happy Fourth of July. Hopefully this holiday will pass without any serious injuries or incidents tainting…
McMillian Retires After 21 Years with DHS
Adrienne McMillian was honored by the Board of El Paso County Commissioners at its regular meeting on Thursday, June 28, marking her retirement from the El Paso County Department of Human…
Register for July Business Courses
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: Thursday,…
Visitor’s Bureau Presents Destination Master Plan
VIDEO: Doug Price, President & CEO of the Colorado Springs Convention and Visitor’s Bureau presented the Destination Master Plan today at the El Paso County Board of County Commissioners.
Practice the ABC’s of Safe Sleep for Babies
Sudden unexplained infant death (SUID) takes the lives of more than 50 babies in Colorado each year. One of the main causes for SUID is accidental suffocation from infant sleep…
Farming and Ranching Tax Information for Drought Conditions
Drought conditions impact farmers and ranchers. Often times, weather related decisions alter production decisions including purchasing feed, selling cows or changing production schemes. These decisions can have financial and tax…
Presentation of Annual Financial Reports
Presentation of the 2017 Financial Statement Audit and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. 2017 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report 2017 Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) 2017 Single Audit
Bellotti Retires
Before hearing emotional words from several of her managers and colleagues, Susan Bellotti said, “It’s been an honor and a privilege to work for El Paso County. When DHS hired…
Seniors Learn How to Protect Themselves, Others
Seniors, caregivers and professionals listen as El Paso County Department of Human Services Deputy Executive Director Chris Garvin speaks Friday, June 15, for World Elder Abuse Awareness Day at Silver…
The Mediterranean Diet
Colorado State University Extension presents The Mediterranean Diet. Colorado State University has created a workshop focusing on the Mediterranean diet. This workshop will answer questions about key characteristics of the…
Record Hail Storm Responsible for Killing Fish
The severe overnight hail storm that destroyed roofs, stripped trees and shattered glass in parts of El Paso County on the morning of Wednesday, June 13, 2018, is also being…
Partnerships between Military Installations and Communities
How communities and citizens share interests and partner with the Pikes Peak region’s five military installations will be explored during a series of public meetings related to the Joint Land…