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Hegseth Showcases Basketball Skills at Air Force Academy Before Coin Toss
politics5 days ago

Hegseth Showcases Basketball Skills at Air Force Academy Before Coin Toss

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth visited the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs to speak to cadets and attend the football game against the Navy Midshipmen. During his visit, he demonstrated his basketball skills by making nine out of ten three-point shots at Clune Arena. Hegseth also participated in the pre-game coin toss. The Air Force Falcons won the match 14-9, improving their season record to 3-1, while the Navy Midshipmen fell to 1-3.

via Fox News|
#air-force-academy#colorado-springs#military-policy
Former Palmer Ridge Wrestling Coach Arrested on Child Sexual Assault Charges
crime-and-justice13 days ago

Former Palmer Ridge Wrestling Coach Arrested on Child Sexual Assault Charges

Michael Vassar, 37, former head wrestling coach at Palmer Ridge High School, was arrested on September 24, 2026, and charged with sexual assault of a child by one in a position of trust. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPSO) began its investigation on May 20 after receiving a tip. Vassar, who coached from December 2025 to May 2026, is currently held in jail on a no-bond hold. Authorities believe there may be additional victims, as Vassar also offered personal training services at local gyms and private clubs. Lewis-Palmer School District 38 confirmed the allegations were reported after his resignation and stated they followed standard hiring procedures.

via KRDO|
#child-safety#colorado-springs#crime-and-justice
Draft Front Range Rail Plan Eyes Second Colorado Springs Stop
news-transportation2 months ago

Draft Front Range Rail Plan Eyes Second Colorado Springs Stop

The Front Range Passenger Rail District’s Colorado Connector draft plan proposes adding a second Colorado Springs station, relocating the downtown platform, and a phased rollout for a 12-city rail line from Fort Collins to Pueblo, with Colorado Springs’ local funding rising from about $3.5 million to $6.6 million annually; service would start in the north in 2029 and extend to Colorado Springs and Pueblo by 2032.

via KRDO|
#colorado-connector#colorado-springs#fort-collins
Possible measles exposure prompts health alert at Colorado Springs Chick-fil-A
health6 months ago

Possible measles exposure prompts health alert at Colorado Springs Chick-fil-A

CDPHE warns of a possible measles exposure linked to a Chick-fil-A visit at 505 N. Academy Blvd in Colorado Springs on March 25 from 5–8 p.m., tied to two unvaccinated Weld County residents and unrelated to the Broomfield outbreak. People who were there during that window should monitor for measles symptoms (fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes, rash) through April 15 and seek medical care if they develop any signs. The exposure location is being investigated and health officials advise contacting a healthcare provider if symptoms appear.

via KKTV|
#colorado-springs#exposure#health
Wendy’s trims Colorado Springs footprint amid nationwide restructuring
business6 months ago

Wendy’s trims Colorado Springs footprint amid nationwide restructuring

Wendy’s permanently closed at least three Colorado Springs locations—222 N Wahsatch Ave, the corner of East Platte and Wahsatch downtown, and 3036 W Colorado Ave in Old Colorado City—with a fourth at 1104 E. Fillmore St observed later, as part of a nationwide Project Fresh footprint optimization. The company said the closures are meant to strengthen performance for sustainable, long‑term growth and noted Wendy’s is reducing its U.S. store count by a mid‑single digits percentage; there are 118 Wendy’s in Colorado, including 13 in the Colorado Springs area.

via Colorado Springs Gazette|
#business#closures#colorado-springs
Recall effort against Colorado Springs Councilman Tom Bailey advances with signature submission
local-government9 months ago

Recall effort against Colorado Springs Councilman Tom Bailey advances with signature submission

A petition with nearly 2,000 signatures has been submitted to recall Colorado Springs City Councilman Tom Bailey, citing his support for controversial local issues and alleging that residents feel unheard and dismissed; if certified, a recall election could be held between February and April 2023.

via Colorado Public Radio|
#colorado-springs#local-government#petition
Multiple Colorado and Oregon Counties Confirm First Rabid Bats of 2025
health1 year ago

Multiple Colorado and Oregon Counties Confirm First Rabid Bats of 2025

A bat in Colorado Springs tested positive for rabies, marking the first case in El Paso County in 2025. A person who contacted the bat is receiving treatment, and authorities emphasize avoiding contact with wild animals, especially bats, to prevent rabies transmission. Public health officials advise reporting sick or injured wildlife and seeking medical advice after any contact with wild animals, particularly bats, to prevent rabies exposure.

via KKTV|
#bat#colorado-springs#health
Measles Outbreak Expands in Colorado with Multiple Exposure Sites
health1 year ago

Measles Outbreak Expands in Colorado with Multiple Exposure Sites

A measles outbreak in Colorado Springs has resulted in two confirmed cases, highlighting the ongoing resurgence of the disease in the US due to declining vaccination rates. The cases involve a vaccinated child and an unvaccinated adult, with exposure linked to travel and crowded places. The CDC warns that unvaccinated individuals are at risk, and emphasizes the importance of vaccination to prevent further spread, especially as measles cases rise nationwide.

via Daily Mail|
#colorado-springs#health#measles