Author: William J. Dagendesh
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Winged sculptures event to take flight
A Colorado Springs tradition that showcases locally created multicolored butterfly and dragonfly sculptures created specifically for auction nationwide will take flight next month. The Rotary Club of Colorado Springs will host its 19th annual Wings of Change Celebration and Auction from 4:30-9 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3, at the Hotel Polaris, 8989 North Gate Blvd., Colorado…
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Monu-Palooza X, wine festivals highlight September community calendar
Bands, beats, brews and beverages highlight September’s community calendar in the Tri-Lakes area. The 10th annual outdoor Monu-Palooza, Palmer Lakes Wine Festival and Monument Pours in the Park highlight a monthlong celebration comprised of tasty beverages and melodic, pulsating music designed to generate high-spirited frolic and fun. Monu-Palooza X will be held from 11 a.m.-8…
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Thrift store donations change lives of community, employees
National Thrift Shop Day showcases the benefits of secondhand shopping and sheds light on community members who change lives through donation. Held Aug. 17, this year’s event honored secondhand shoppers and supported local nonprofit and charitable organizations. Goodwill of Colorado, a locally based and locally led nonprofit, assists the community by carrying reasonably priced items.…
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Inaugural Touch-a-Truck and Pancake Breakfast promises to be a popular community draw
A feast of family-friendly sights, sounds, treats and eats highlight the August community calendar. The events include a Touch-a-Truck and Pancake Breakfast, Art Hop, Monument Rebels Community Golf Outing, Food Truck Friday and the Tri-Lakes Cruisers Annual Benefit Car Show. Each event promises to delight hundreds of guests and foster a strong, local camaraderie. An…
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Events offer community enhancement, camaraderie
Five local events designed to enhance community awareness and camaraderie begin Wednesday and continue through August. The events — Walking for Wellness Wednesday, Wildfire Ready: A Community Preparedness Event, The Dueling Pianos Official Road Show, Rock the Ridge at Palmer Ridge High School and Tri-Lakes Cruisers Car Show offer an opportunity to enhance community involvement.…
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Helitack adds short-haul capability to Front Range
An elite group of firefighters trained to respond rapidly to wildfires has been added to the Forest Service helicopter short-haul program. The Monument Helitack is a specialized team of highly trained firefighters who are transported by helicopter to suppress wildfires. Helitack is the managing and delivery of these firefighters and equipment by helicopter for rapid,…
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Fitzgerald named new Monument Fire District chief
Colin Fitzgerald has been named fire chief of the Monument Fire District. The MFD Board of Directors unanimously selected Fitzgerald and announced their decision on May 29 following a national search. Fitzgerald accepts the mantle of leadership from current Fire Chief Andy Kovacs who will retire at the end of the year. Fitzgerald described his…
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Concerts in the Park series sound off next week
A beloved annual concert series offering live music in a relaxed, family-friendly environment will return to Monument next week. Concerts in the Park will sound off from 6:30-8:30 p.m., June 3 and each Wednesday during June and July in Limbach Park, 151 Front St., Monument. A revolving lineup of local bands showcasing a mix of…
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Birthday bash promises ‘monumental’ family fun
The community is invited to a high octane birthday party that promises to take the cake. The first-ever Monumental Birthday Bash will be held from 5-10 p.m., on June 4 in Limbach Park. The free, family fun event will honor the town’s incorporation in 1879 and highlight the community’s 147-year history. Two music acts top…
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Memorial Day ceremony set for May 25
A Memorial Day ceremony to honor U.S. armed forces veterans who died in service to the country is scheduled for 10 a.m., May 25 at Monument Cemetery. About 100 people are expected to attend this free event. Trumpeter Matt Silva, 17, a junior at Palmer Ridge High School, will play the bugle call, taps, at…