Why do people compete in the Colorado State Fair? For some it’s continuing tradition, for others it means trying new things
Baking, fine arts, livestock shows and more – people of all ages vie for blue ribbons in hundreds of different competitions at the Colorado State Fair.
More than half a million dollars from the state is flowing into a demonstration wastewater treatment project in Southern Colorado
The project is designed to address challenges some small communities are having in meeting increasing federal environmental standards combined with the demands created by a growing population.
Work to reclaim the century-old Pikeview Quarry northwest of Colorado Springs is nearing completion
The massive red dirt terraces look very different than they did for more than 100 years when limestone that helped build the city was being mined there.
In reversal, controversial annexation of 3,200 acres southeast of Colorado Springs fails
Two weeks ago, after an initial vote by Colorado Springs city council, it looked as though a controversial proposal to annex a planned development known as Amara was on its way to becoming part of the city.
Live in Pueblo’s Colorado Smelter Superfund site? Last chance to sign up for free indoor lead and arsenic dust testing
The dust inside most of the 2,000 homes in the Superfund area has already been tested. But hundreds of homes are still eligible for the free evaluation and – if needed – clean ups at no cost.
Controversial Amara annexation proposal moves closer to reality in Colorado Springs
The proposed development near Fountain would cover nearly 3,200 acres with a projected build out of 9,500 residential units and 2 million square feet of commercial space, as well as parks and trails, space for schools and other services.
US Army transfers first parcel of land at Pueblo Chemical Depot to PuebloPlex
More than 5,100 acres now belong to the agency charged with redeveloping the site that was used for chemical weapons storage.
Ammo vending machines are coming to these three southern Colorado towns
The kiosks use AI technology, card scanners and facial recognition to verify the buyer’s identity and age.
Are there turquoise mines in Colorado? Yes! Hear more from a Cripple Creek turquoise miner
Clint Cross of North Star Turquoise has been mining turquoise near Cripple Creek for decades.
Changes approved by city zoning board for six-story apartment building overlooking the Arkansas River in Pueblo
The project is still pending approval from various city agencies and Pueblo Water.
Colorado State Fair general manager to leave position in the fall
After six years as general manager of the Colorado State Fair, Scott Stoller will leave the position at the end of September.
Plans for a proposed six story apartment building overlooking the Arkansas River in Pueblo are nearing final approval
The developer of the proposed 98-unit apartment building is requesting several exceptions to the city’s zoning codes.
Home prices and new listings in the San Luis Valley are ticking up, while the number of sales is mostly down – like much of Colorado
Realtors in Costilla County in the San Luis Valley reported an eye-popping 700 percent increase in sold listings there in May when compared to the same time last year. That number needs context though.
Colorado Springs planning and neighborhood services director resigns after more than a decade on the job
Wysocki’s resignation comes at a time when some large and controversial proposed development projects are on the table.
Historic carousel at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs starts turning again
The carousel was removed last summer as part of plans for an ongoing $50 million construction project.
New home construction is on the rise in the Pikes Peak region after a two-year slump
Building permits issued for single family homes increased by 32 percent year-to-date when compared to the same time last year.
