LAKELAND – Drivers heading west over the George Jenkins Boulevard overpass can easily catch a glimpse of more than a half dozen construction vehicles, scurrying back and forth over rolling hills like oversized ants at work. It’s a team effort bringing a new life to Bonnet Springs Park. Hundreds of newly planted oak, […]
Lockout lifted at Liberty High School, one suspect apprehended | Colorado Springs News
UPDATE 6:10 p.m. The suspect in the social media threat made against Liberty High School has been apprehended and the lockout has been lifted, according to District 20. Tuesday will be “business as usual” for students, staff, and faculty. UPDATE at 3:23 p.m. District 20 announced the two schools remained […]
Why Swapping Your Sneakers for Loafers Is This Spring’s Go-to Menswear Move
I’ve been pondering a controversial question: Are we advancing into a post-sneaker age in which the loafer reigns supreme? To answer that, it’s worth bearing in mind that sneakers have dominated the footwear market for some years now, driven by hypebeasts with an insatiable appetite for rare kicks and a […]
Former Palm Springs home of Trini Lopez going up for auction
CLOSE The late Trini Lopez’ Palm Springs home “Casa Lopez.” (Photo: Austyn Moreno Media) Casa Lopez, the Palm Springs home of late musician Trini Lopez, is headed to auction April 13. The four-bedroom, five-bath, mid-century modern home at 1139 Abrigo Road in the Vista Las Palmas neighborhood was designed by architect […]
Dish and Design St. Paddy’s event springs with tips for refreshing your space
Advice on decluttering the closet, freshening décor and inspecting your exterior were part of the virtual event, along with food and cocktail demos Spring is a good time to take a fresh look at your domestic world — your decor, the exterior of your home, closets, pantry and even liquor cabinet — […]
Dish and Design St. Paddy’s Day event springs with tips for refreshing your space
Mar. 18—Spring is a good time to take a fresh look at your domestic world — your decor, the exterior of your home, closets, pantry and even liquor cabinet — and Wednesday’s virtual Dish and Design event presented by The Detroit News’ Homestyle section was full of tips and inspiration […]
Amazon continues to grow its Colorado Springs delivery network | Business
Amazon, which plans to open a massive fulfillment center this summer near the Colorado Springs Airport, has taken another major step toward expanding its presence in the Pikes Peak region. Major Colorado Springs construction projects make strides heading into 2021 The Seattle-based online retail giant has agreed to sublease a […]
Colorado Springs ‘lost and preserved’ buildings explored in documentary | Arts & Entertainment
You could call it a love letter to Colorado Springs. And to the buildings, whether they’re still standing, that tell its story. Ahead of the city’s 150th anniversary, Kate Perdoni, a filmmaker and journalist with Rocky Mountain PBS, set out to tell that story, or as much as she could […]
Major Colorado Springs construction projects make strides heading into 2021 | Business
The COVID-19 pandemic didn’t stop numerous high-profile construction projects in the Pikes Peak region from making significant progress during 2020, and several remain on track to open their doors this year — though a few won’t cut their ribbons until 2022. Here’s a look at the status of several of […]
Officials warn of holiday house fires caused by decorations, cooking | Colorado Springs News
The National Fire Protection Association is warning Coloradans to beware of holiday fire risks as celebrations begin this season. Holiday cooking and decorations lead to an increased fire risk. According to NFPA, Christmas Day and Christmas Eve are two of the top days each year for home fires caused by […]
Fiber arts like macrame making a comeback in the Springs and beyond | Cheyenne Edition
The art of macrame — tying knots to make artful and functional things — is making a comeback in the Pikes Peak region, especially with more people home during the pandemic. A quick search on Google leads to 72 million macrame results. Janel Rogers, owner of Red Earth Knots in […]
Fiber arts like macrame making a comeback in the Springs and beyond | Woodmen Edition
The art of macrame — tying knots to make artful and functional things — is making a comeback in the Pikes Peak region, especially with more people home during the pandemic. A quick search on Google leads to 72 million macrame results. Janel Rogers, owner of Red Earth Knots in […]
Unusual gems lurk in Colorado Springs architectural landscape | Lifestyle
Slow down and look around as you travel the streets of our fair city. For there are hidden architectural gems to be found in the Pikes Peak region. Have you really looked at the exterior of the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum on Tejon Street as you hurry past? The magnificent […]