Author: Ajia Cuevas [email protected]
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo bids farewell to ‘legendary’ giraffe
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo has bid farewell to another one of its furry family members this month. In a new release, the zoo announced that Mahali, a “legendary” 22-year-old reticulated giraffe, was euthanized Thursday due to age-related decline in health. Born at the zoo in May 2003, Mahali was the zoo’s oldest male giraffe, and the second…
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Top concerts coming to Colorado this summer
With summertime fast approaching, you can almost hear music in the air. As the temperature begins to rise, Colorado’s summer concert lineup is heating up with popular artists like Coldplay, Post Malone and The Weeknd. And with iconic outdoor venues like Red Rocks Amphitheatre and Fiddler’s Green Amphitheater, music lovers have plenty to look forward…
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Beloved Christkindlmarket coming to Colorado Springs area for 2025
Get ready for artisan goods, festive décor and adorable wooden huts because the beloved Christkindlmarket is heading to Old Colorado City this year. The German American Chamber of Commerce – Colorado Chapter (GACC-CO) announced the expansion of the authentic German-style holiday market, bringing the state’s second location to Bancroft Park for two weeks. “The GACC-CO…
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1 dead following shooting in Colorado Springs King Soopers parking lot
One individual is dead following a shooting at a King Soopers parking lot in Colorado Springs Monday evening, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department. Around 4:39 p.m., police received a call for service stating one person had been shot at the King Soopers parking lot off Stetson Hills Boulevard, police told news outlets during…
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Where to get photos with Santa this holiday season around Colorado Springs
He’s making a list and checking it twice—have you let him know if you’ve been naughty or nice? If snapping a photo with Ol’ Saint Nick isn’t checked off your holiday to-do list yet, don’t worry—there’s still time to make it happen. Before Santa makes his way down your chimney, here’s where to find him…
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Festival of Lights Parade returns to downtown Colorado Springs this weekend. Here’s what to know
Tejon Street will soon be filled with colorful floats, dazzling lights, and Christmas joy as the Festival of Lights Parade returns to Colorado Springs this weekend. The beloved event will return for its 40th year this Saturday, bringing holiday cheer downtown. The annual parade will feature nearly 100 unique floats, immersing Tejon in the holiday spirit.…
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WATCH: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo grizzly bear catches snowflakes following winter storm
Snow days aren’t just for the kids — the animals at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo enjoy them, too! After Colorado Springs was hit by a winter storm, the zoo captured a cute moment on camera of its grizzly bear catching snowflakes on his tongue Wednesday. In the video, a 19-year-old grizzly bear named Emmett, is seen…
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Highland Lakes fire: List of evacuation and pre-evacuation order areas
Here are the evacuation areas prompted by the Highland Lakes fire that started Monday northwest of Divide in Teller County, according to the Sheriff’s Office. The fire, named the Highland Lakes fire, was estimated to be around 90 to 97 acres with 0% containment Monday night, according to Teller County Sheriff Jason Mikesell. Areas are…
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Highland Lakes fire near Divide grows to 90 acres; 700 homes evacuated, Stage 3 fire ban in place
A fire burning in the Highland Lakes area northwest of Divide prompted pre-evacuation and evacuation orders Monday night in Teller County, according to the Sheriff’s Office. The fire, named the “Highland Lakes fire,” was estimated to be around 90 to 97 acres with 0% containment, according to Teller County Sheriff Jason Mikesell. In a 7 p.m.…
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WATCH: Durango police capture ‘rogue’ red kangaroo in high-speed chase
Police officers are no strangers to high-speed chases, but a recent pursuit in Durango was centered around an unexpected suspect — a red kangaroo. The Durango Police Department announced on the agency’s Facebook Wednesday officers were caught in a chase with the ‘roo after it wandered away from it’s owners. “Who knew kangaroo wrangling was part…