Parents talk to school board about racial slurs directed at children
The Manitou Springs School District 14 Board of Education gathered for a regular meeting on May 22 in the Manitou…
Series will help readers learn more about local businesses’ backstories
In this issue, we’re premiering a new series called Partner Profiles. These features by our ace account executive/journalist Heila Ershadi…
Manitou Springs resident loves fine-tuning furniture that sings
“I always felt the world would be a better place if we all played music,” says Rick Vokt, a Manitou…
Manitou Springs Heritage Center renovation has been a labor of love
Remember walking into the Manitou Springs Heritage Center on a sunny day, when the old garage door was open? Remember…
Letter to the Editor – Police actions during shooting were appropriate
To the editor: Re: May 3 article headlined “Perspectives vary about night of 2022 shooting in Manitou.” I read this…
Mustangs Ride Off Into Their Future The Graduates
Ethan Anderson Margot Jolie Ané Anna Grace Apotheker Chloe Ilene Arnoldussen Elsa Karyna Baker Ethan Thomas Romee Beckum Graham Brett…
Revitalized Independent brings back memories of its early days
As the first issue of the new Colorado Springs Independent hit the streets, I was reminded of the little rag…
Sanctuary Inspired Goods offers affirmation cards with powerful messages
Walk into Sanctuary Inspired Goods in Old Colorado City and you’ll likely be greeted by one or both of the…
Good Dog Grooming giving tender loving care to our best friends
Meg the pup is nervous. She’s getting her hair cut at Good Dog Manitou Dog Grooming, and she isn’t sure…