Black Forest Section 16 Trail: Explore Our Parks
For our latest episode of Explore Our Parks we’re taking a look at the Black Forest Section 16 Trail. It’s a nice easy trail with some interesting history in the…
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El Paso County News, Stories, Events and Videos
Regional Building Warns of Carbon Monoxide Dangers
The Pikes Peak Regional Building Department is asking area residents to protect themselves and their families from the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning as they work to recover and rebuild…
Temporary Hail Assistance Center Closed
The Temporary Hail Assistance Center at the Citizens Service Center has had long lines since opening this morning and all funds have now been expended. No new applications can be…
El Pomar Donates Provides Second $250,000 Gift to Help in Storm Aftermath
William J. Hybl, Chairman and CEO El Pomar Foundation, and the El Pomar Board of Trustees have generously provided a second $250,000 gift to provide grants to individuals to assist…
El Pomar Donates $250,000 to Help Those Impacted by Storms
People in Colorado Springs, El Paso County and Teller County who were impacted by unprecedented hail and flood damage from severe weather during July and August 2018 may apply for…
Volunteer Needed for the Pikes Peak Library District Board
The Pikes Peak Library District is seeking a community-minded citizen volunteer to serve on the Pikes Peak Library District Board of Trustees. Applications for the open position are due by…
County Urges Residents to Be Prepared for Severe Weather
The National Weather Service today is forecasting more severe thunderstorms, hail, and flash flooding likely for parts of El Paso County. El Paso County joins other area governments, public safety…
Avoid Long Waits at the DMV, Click for Services
Due to lingering issues with the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and Governor’s Office of Information Technology rollout of a new computer system, Colorado DRIVES, El Paso County citizens…
Repairs to Old Pueblo Road Could Take 4-6 Weeks
Repairs to a section of Old Pueblo Road that washed out during a torrential thunderstorm last month are in the works, but it will likely take longer than originally expected.…
CSU Extension Offers Canning Workshop
The Colorado State University Extension is offering another great workshop and this one could help you stock your pantry with your very own canned goods. The workshop is called Intro to…
County Awarded for Work with Breastfeeding Mothers
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has just awarded El Paso County Public Health with a major award for it’s work with breastfeeding mothers. El Paso County Public Health…
Fort Carson Motor Vehicle Branch Closed Tuesday
Due to the severe weather from the storm and extensive damage caused, the El Paso County Clerk and Recorder’s Motor Vehicle Branch on Fort Carson will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday,…
Statewide DMV Update a Success, Ahead of Schedule
All El Paso County Motor Vehicle Offices are now operating on a new State DRIVES computer system, which will allow for faster transaction processing, additional online services and better county-to-county…
MyCoBenefits App Helps People Manage Assistance Details
The El Paso County Department of Human Services is joining forces with Colorado DHS in announcing the launch of the MyCoBenefits mobile device app that will make managing personal benefits…
Judge Orr Road Closure Begins Aug. 13
El Paso County Public Works will be doing a culvert replacement project along Judge Orr Road between Eastonville Road and US24 starting August 13, 2018. Weather permitting, the project is…
Public Health Offers Free Vaccines at Summerfest
School is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to make sure your children are up to date on their vaccines. In an effort to protect children from…