Library, Author Donate Books to DHS Youth
There are many ways to support foster children, as illustrated with a partnership involving the Department of Human Services, the library district and an author. The All Pikes Peak Reads…
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El Paso County News, Stories, Events and Videos
El Paso County Seeks Volunteers for City/County Drainage Board
October 20, 2020 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County City/County Drainage Board. Applications for the open…
Additional Voter Service and Polling Centers Open Monday
October 16, 2020- The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office will open seven more Voter Service and Polling Centers (VSPC), on Monday, October 19. 27 additional locations will…
Economic Development Hosts Free Renter’s Resources Webinar – Thursday, November 12
October 15, 2020 –El Paso County Economic Development is offering a free webinar on Thursday, November 12th, focused on renter’s resources. The webinar will focus on two topics: 1.…
Boo! At Bear Creek Nature Center
October 15, 2020- El Paso County’s Bear Creek Nature Center has found ways to continue offering quality educational programs while adhering to Covid-19 guidelines and best practices. They also continually…
October 19: Overnight Maintenance Operations on Las Vegas Street, B Street and S. Academy
October 15, 2020 – El Paso County Department of Public Works has contracted with Avery Asphalt for the 2020 Pavement Crack Sealing Contract. Beginning Monday, October 19, 6:30 PM –…
Clerk’s Office Ribbon Cutting First Solar-Powered Ballot Drop Box
October 14, 2020- The County’s first solar-powered ballot drop box is now available for voters in the city’s south-central area. The 24/7 secure drop box is located at Broadmoor Towne…
El Paso County Parks to Host Annual Ghouls and Stools Day- Volunteers Needed
October 13, 2020 – El Paso County Parks will host the annual Ghouls and Stools Day on Saturday, October 31, to cleanup Bear Creek Dog Park. Ghouls and Stools Day…
El Paso County Seeking Volunteers for Community Corrections Board
October 13, 2020 – The El Paso County Board of Commissioners is seeking community-minded citizen volunteers to serve on the El Paso County Community Corrections Board. Applications for the open position…
2020 General Election Ballots Mailed
October 9, 2020– The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Office has mailed nearly 427,000 ballots to all eligible, active registered voters for the 2020 General Election. The ballots should arrive…
Widefield Community Park Construction Project Underway
October 8, 2020 – An El Paso County construction project is currently underway, which will require intermittent closures of the playground, surrounding sidewalks, and a portion of the main parking…
El Paso County Awards $13,858,527 in Grants to Local Small Businesses and Nonprofits
October 7, 2020 – El Paso County’s Economic Development Department awarded $13,858,527 in grants to 864 local small businesses and nonprofits as part of the El Paso County Regional Business…
Expect Delays at Struthers Road-Glenealge Drive Roundabout-Minor Turn Lane Work
Friday, October 2, 2020 – Starting on October 6th, the traffic pattern at the Struthers Road/Gleneagle Drive Intersection will be altered. El Paso County Department of Public Works’ contractor, Olgoonik…
Security Drinking Water Mitigation System Project Begins Friday
September 30, 2020 – Beginning on Friday, October 2, Bradley Road will be closed to through traffic between Cody Drive and Hancock Expressway for work on the Security Drinking Water…
Clerk’s Office Announces Public Test to Ensure Accuracy of Voting Equipment
September 28, 2020– The Clerk and Recorder’s Office will conduct a public Logic and Accuracy (L&A) test on all ballot counting equipment that will be used for the 2020 General…
Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center Honored by Colorado SBA
September 23, 2020 – On Wednesday, the Colorado Small Business Association honored the Pikes Peak Small Business Development Center with not one but two awards for their hard work during…