Author: Danae Bucci
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Local composters hope to help heal planet, people
Carbon emissions from cars and factories often are blamed for creating the climate crisis, yet food waste contributes the most greenhouse gases in the world. “Methane gas is a greenhouse gas,” said Nat Stein, composter in chief for Soil Cycle, a division of Colorado Food Rescue, a nonprofit that aims to build a healthy and…
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Catalyst Campus in Colorado Springs hoping to retain young talent
Going into college, Matt Lamsey didn’t expect to work with the nation’s largest defense companies as a programmer. But now in his senior year at the University of Tennessee, he’s doing just that through Catalyst Campus’ Space ‘CAMP’ program. Catalyst Campus is a hub for Pikes Peak region defense businesses vying for government projects. The…
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Neglected dogs, marijuana, guns seized in raid in southern El Paso County
Authorities rescued several neglected and emaciated dogs, including five puppies, during a raid Wednesday on a suspected illegal marijuana grow in southern El Paso County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Abdiel Delgado and Elieser Curbelo on warrants related to marijuana charges and seized 300 marijuana plants and guns. While deputies searching the property at 20000 block of…
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Mayor Suthers seeks millions to cover Pikes Peak Summit House shortfall
City leaders are seeking donations to cover a $7 million shortfall in building the new Pikes Peak Summit House. Mayor John Suthers said Tuesday that he is starting the “My Mountain” campaign to cover the balance due on the visitors center, envisioned as a magnet that will draw more tourism to the region. “Together we…
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Dog attack on Colorado fawn posted to social media, man charged
A social media post led to the arrest of a New Mexico man accused of letting his dog kill a fawn in southern Colorado, the state Parks and Wildlife department announced Monday. Michael Garcia posted pictures of the dead fawn and his dog on Facebook, wildlife officials said, prompting calls to the agency’s poaching hotline.…
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New Air Force Academy basic cadets learn teamwork, leadership, strength at Jacks Valley
One by one, a group of basic cadets — covered in sweat and gasping for air — lunged out of a storage container filled with tear gas. The exercise was part of basic training, a 40-day period intended to turn more than 1,000 incoming Air Force Academy basics from civilians into full-fledged airmen. First, they learn about…
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Colorado Springs interns consider living here full time
Hundreds of young people flock to Colorado Springs each summer in hopes of furthering their careers. Internships are often their first stepping stone toward their careers. And with so much opportunity, the Springs is a perfect place to start fresh. The benefits don’t stop with the interns, though, as Colorado Springs is working to retain…
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Fort Carson hosts event to find best Army warrior
Under the searing sun, soldiers on Fort Carson geared up for battle. It wasn’t one against a common enemy; instead they battled each other. Eight soldiers from four regions competed for the ultimate bragging rights in the Army’s Space and Missile Defense Command Best Warrior competition. Although this is just one round in the overall…
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Colorado Springs Art on the Streets: Self-guided tour and interactive map
New pieces of public artwork, displayed within 10 city blocks, have made their debut in downtown Colorado Springs. 12 new public art displays, including statues, murals and full installations, are bringing more color to downtown’s hustle and bustle. The exhibit shows off work from artists all over the country, and even one foreign artist. Here’s where to…
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Fort Carson’s only airmen receive a new commander
Lt. Col. Jeff Strange said he felt like the winner of the Air Force lottery when he found out he would get to command the 13th Air Support Operations Squadron on Fort Carson. Two years later, he left his post as new leadership takes shape. Fort Carson’s only Air Force members got a new boss…