Tag: black forest
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Happy Trails: A newer loop between the pines of Black Forest
Farrar Loop In 2010, El Paso County finalized a master plan for 1,000-plus acres of open space in Black Forest. But a few years later, a wildfire left the ground and pines hazardous ー casting the future of Pineries Open Space in doubt. Flash forward to a celebration in 2020. Finally, a 9-mile loop trail…
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Just peachy: Tri-Lakes love affair with Palisade Peaches sustained nearly two decades
For nearly 20 years, the Tri-Lakes area has sustained an almost obsessive love affair with one particular fruit, from one particular part of Colorado; Palisade Peaches. On July 18, multiple destinations offered the famous fruit from Palisade, from one channel or another. While some offered them at local farmer’s markets, the Monument Hill Kiwanis executed…
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New summer camp near Colorado Springs aimed at lovers of horror genre
Horror is having a moment. For the first time since 2007, a horror novel, Daniel Kraus’ 2025 “Angel Down,” took home a 2026 Pulitzer Prize. And last year’s horror action film “Sinners” nabbed four Oscars in March. “That speaks to how much more seriously the genre is being taken,” said Amanda Shafer, founder of Broom…
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Live beats, tasty treats offered at Memorial Day music fest
A fun-filled family festival famous for its live beats and tasty treats returns to Black Forest this Memorial Day weekend. The 17th Annual MeadowGrass Music Festival will sound off May 22-24 at the La Foret Conference & Retreat Center. Camping, music, workshops and yoga highlight the activities and entertainment lists. Festival hours vary depending on…
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Black Forest students receive scholarship
Nine high school seniors from Black Forest received scholarships. “Congratulations to an accomplished group of nine high school seniors from Black Forest, who are the 2026 recipients of the Educational Opportunity Foundation of Black Forest Scholarship,” a press release said. The annual banquet was held at the Black Forest Community Center on April 17 where…
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Tri-Lakes area offers something for everyone this holiday season
People embrace the Christmas holiday season because of community spirit, historical tradition and a desire to celebrate the season with colorful, festive mountain town events. That’s because the holiday season evokes cherished memories, and Christmas events provide an opportunity to create new memories and celebrate the most joyous of all seasons. The shared experience of…
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Tri-Lakes area offers something for everyone this holiday season
People embrace the Christmas holiday season because of community spirit, historical tradition and a desire to celebrate the season with colorful, festive mountain town events. That’s because the holiday season evokes cherished memories, and Christmas events provide an opportunity to create new memories and celebrate the most joyous of all seasons. The shared experience of…
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Fugitive still on the run months after ICE raid in Black Forest; no charges filed
Three months have passed since immigration officials swept through Black Forest in search of a man suspected of trying to ram a vehicle into federal agents during a raid in the area. Jose Mendez-Chavez, a man federal authorities believe was living in the U.S. illegally, is considered a fugitive by Immigration and Customs Enforcement following…
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Woman accused of killing Uber driver, dumping his body in Black Forest, court records say
A woman is accused of fatally stabbing a man and then dumping his body in a field in Black Forest before driving off in his car, arrest records show. The 26-year-old man was reported missing just before 3:45 a.m. Oct. 27 after his parents told the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office that he did not…
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Woman accused of killing Uber driver, dumping his body in Black Forest, court records say
A woman is accused of fatally stabbing a man and then dumping his body in a field in Black Forest before driving off in his car, arrest records show. Jeremy Campbell, 38, was reported missing just before 3:45 a.m. Oct. 27 after his parents told the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office that he did not…