A fool and his money are soon parted — but who cares, we had fun anyway
Do you like to gamble? Like to take risks? Do you think that one of these days you’ll hit a…
A man named Smith was no ordinary painter of this region
Francis Drexel Smith (1874-1956) was an atypical artist in the Colorado Springs art community. He wasn’t a professional artist, he…
When Cripple Creek burned, help was on the way soon
April 25, 1896, was a clear and bright day in Cripple Creek. It was a lively and prosperous (although dirty…
Let’s make the Westside the very best it can be
Reading the annual report from downtown Colorado Springs, one thing was abundantly clear: Compared to Old Colorado City and the…
Firefighting has evolved as new challenges impact our area
After Colorado Springs annexed Colorado City in 1917, it soon became clear that the existing fire station needed substantial repairs,…
What the blazes? Colorado City was a hotbed of fires
Colorado City during the 19th and early 20th century is often described as disreputable, colorful and full of characters right…
The right person at the right time for OCC, Westside
Sara Vaas came to Colorado Springs 12 years ago. Then in her late 20s, she was immediately entranced by Old…
Curl up with a good book while winter does its worst
Recently, we’ve had weather that would be delightful in April, let alone January and February. It’s a reminder that we’re…
OCC Library remains a beautiful hub for neighborhood
This year marks the 120th anniversary of the Old Colorado City Library, a beloved Westside anchor that remains lively, beautiful…
Garden of the Gods is not just a pretty place
The city of Colorado Springs communications department rarely misses a chance to brag about our fair city — so here’s…