“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness, it was the spring of hope, it […]
J uly 31 was a memorable day for me. It really kicked up my love of democracy, local journalism and community engagement. That evening, hundreds of folks showed up in to watch “Undivide Us” and participate in the Above the Noise Initiative, a statewide project led by Rocky Mountain Public Media in partnership with the […]
My Publisher’s note from last week’s edition was met with mixed reviews as you can read in the Letters to the Editor this week. The finished paper is sent to our printer on Wednesday afternoons and my thoughts as well as placement may have changed a bit had we all known that Jenkins made the […]
On behalf of myself and our board of directors, we are very happy to announce that Heila Ershadi has joined our organization as Associate Publisher. Heila has been working with us for two months in a sales executive position and has done a great job. When I reviewed her resume and spoke with her in […]
“We can’t save journalism by just begging people to subscribe,” Matt Pearce, former reporter for the L.A. Times and president of Media Guild of the West, recently said. I agree! Matt, who was laid off from his job, has written some great articles on this subject and I would recommend his Substack account. If you […]
We have published Corey Hutchins’ article on the Independent and Colorado Springs Business Journal this week because we feel it is the most balanced news and reporting currently available on this important breaking news story. It also gives Corey and our readers an opportunity to connect with each other. He is one of the best […]
For a few days last week, it looked as if the print and digital news business was nearing collapse. National Geographic and Time magazine laid off journalists. Union employees of the iconic Condé Nast organization staged a one-day strike to protest looming cuts. Business Insider and Forbes both announced layoffs. And then the Los Angeles […]
Can you imagine a world where local news doesn’t exist? There would be coverage of neighborhood issues, leadership decisions, local policy changes or community events. That means no one would be asking the questions on your mind or advocating to keep you informed. What’s happening with City Council or the school district? No arts coverage […]
“Strange, isn’t it? Each man’s life touches so many other lives. And when he isn’t around, he leaves an awful hole, doesn’t he?” — Clarence the Angel, to George Bailey I have not yet watched one of my favorite movies, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” this holiday season. This weekend when I watch it, it will […]
During my recent birthday, my wife, Laura, and I spent the morning and afternoon at the University of Denver. We attended the “Gifting Gathering” for the Into Light Project. We had a small part in sponsoring and bringing the project to Colorado. The exhibit opened Aug. 31, 2023, and moved around the campus in three […]
I wrote a column for our Sept. 22 edition and stated that our board was tasked to vision and find the funding for the “Safe Community Project.” This initiative focuses on better mental health for us all with hope, trauma-informed care and non-violent communication. We feel strongly that the PPB is uniquely positioned to tell […]
We experienced a good candidates forum on Sept. 20, at the Cliff House, as well as School District 14’s school board candidate forum on Sept. 25 at Manitou Springs City Hall. The Bulletin is co-hosting a forum 5:30 p.m.-9ish Thursday, Oct. 19, at Briarhurst Manor. Ralph Routon will be our moderator, as he has for […]
Most people have never talked to a journalist before. Would you know what to say to one? Most people won’t speak to a journalist in their lifetime! Well, maybe you would if you felt deeply about something, felt you or someone else was mistreated or wronged or really wanted to spread the news about something […]
We have a plan for sustainability that will take us in into the future. I am excited to welcome you all to the new Pikes Peak Bulletin. I live here, just like you, and I am inviting you — readers, residents and visitors in Manitou Springs, Old Colorado City, Cascade, Chipita Park, Green Mountain Falls […]
I am excited to welcome you all to the new Pikes Peak Bulletin. I live here, just like you, and I am inviting you — readers, residents and visitors in Manitou Springs, Old Colorado City, Cascade, Chipita Park, Green Mountain Falls and Crystola — to help us tell your stories, your news, using the words […]
The Pikes Peak Bulletin interim board of directors: Lyn Ettinger-Harwell, president Annie Schmitt, vice-president Gaye Bosley-Mitchell, treasurer Laura Ettinger-Harwell, secretary Michelle Anthony Christopher Briggs-Hale Jenna Gallas Becca Sickbert Jared Thompson
