Tag: broadmoor
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Cursed, they say: Did the infamous Hope Diamond and its owner have a local connection?
Local lore has long said that the owner of one of the world’s most famous diamonds had lived in The Broadmoor area. No, not the famed Elizabeth Taylor gifts from Richard Burton (33.19 carats and 69.42 carats), but this one a breathtaking and rare blue stone, the Hope Diamond. What made it even more intriguing…
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Peaceful St. Jude Shrine, Pauline Chapel part of the story of generations of Penrose family women
Passersby on the road to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo during this 100th anniversary year sometimes wonder the whole story behind a lovely little roadside shrine tucked away at an intersection along the way. Residents, as well, have wanted to know more as they rest there for quiet moments. The shrine is one of two religious memorials…
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L&L Hawaiian Barbecue ‘leis’ down roots in Broadmoor neighborhood
L&L Hawaiian Barbecue has said “aloha” to the Broadmoor neighborhood. The largest Hawaii-based restaurant chain opened its third Colorado Springs location, and its seventh in Colorado, on April 1 at 2130 Southgate Road, Suite 101, in the Broadmoor Towne Center. The brand is known for offering “Hawaii’s Plate Lunch,” a signature Hawaiian barbecue meal featuring…
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The War and Treaty among lineup of strong performers for Earl Klugh’s jazz festival at The Broadmoor
By Bill FormanLast Word Features Few musicians have a backstory as unique and inspiring as that of Michael and Tanya Trotter, who record and perform together as The War and Treaty. Since its 2018 studio debut album “Healing Tide,” The War and Treaty has taken critics and music fans by storm with its powerful mix…
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The Antlers’ 143-year history: 3 incarnations and ghost stories, too
Since 1883 every photo or painting of downtown Colorado Springs seems to focus west along Pikes Peak Avenue to include the mountains. And that view has had one other feature, the Antlers Hotel. And what a history it has had. More than 12 years earlier, Gen. William Jackson Palmer had been pulling together plans for…
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PIKES PICK: Artists, create the poster for Race to the Clouds
Yours could be the poster for the June 21 104th Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with art for the 250-150 anniversary year of the country and state: “The World’s Race America’s Mountain – A Colorado Legacy.” Winning submissions from artists will be featured. ppihc.org – Linda Navarro
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Pair of historic Colorado hotels roll out dining specials | Table Talk
The Broadmoor, 1 Lake Ave., is leaning into the season with a mix of community-friendly dining specials, exclusive room rates and a rotating lineup of themed getaways. Whether you’re in the mood for a prix fixe dinner or a full-on culinary escape, there are plenty of reasons to make a visit. Colorado residents can take…
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Four-time major champion Ernie Els looks to improve at U.S. Senior Open
Only 21 golfers have won more men’s major championships than Ernie Els. Names such as Nicklaus, Watson, Palmer. And Tiger, Rory, Phil. So it’s safe to say Els’ place among the game’s greats is firmly cemented. Els, though, isn’t satisfied. Not even close. That’s why he’s the lone player hitting balls on the range after…
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Sunday tee times for the U.S. Senior Open at The Broadmoor
Final Round U.S. Senior Open The Broadmoor (East Course) Hole No. 1 7 a.m. – Stuart Appleby (+4), Jason Caron (+4), Simon Griffiths (+4) 7:11 a.m. – Doug Barron (+4), Stephen Gallacher (+4), Tim Petrovic (+3) 7:22 a.m. – Søren Kjeldsen (+3), Cameron Percy (+3), Robert Karlsson (+3) 7:33 a.m. – Greg Chalmers (+3), Peter…
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Trio starts, finishes third round atop U.S. Senior Open leaderboard, setting up unpredictable finish
Saturday provided no separation, so the U.S. Senior Open will come down to the final round. The trio of Stewart Cink, Padraig Harrington and Mark Hensby finished the third round tied at 8-under after starting their day tied in the lead at 6-under at The Broadmoor’s East Course. Harrington rammed in a chip shot for…