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Standoff at Willow Springs Ponds ends with suspect shot
UPDATE: The suspect (still not named) has since been released from the hospital, according to a law enforcement source. The incident apparently did not begin with a vehicle theft,... — Updated 6/17/2021 Full story
Fountain expects $7.7M in federal ARPA funds
At its June 8 meeting the Fountain City Council discussed the $7.7 million in federal aid expected through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). Officials also reviewed the city's cu... — Updated 6/16/2021
Major road project underway
State, local and military officials gathered in Fountain last Wednesday for a ceremonial groundbreaking on the large-scale road project designed to improve access and commuter safet... — Updated 6/14/2021 Full story
From pools to tourist traps: a guide to summer activities
Many people are wondering which attractions and events that were closed or cancelled last year due to COVID-19 will be back this summer. Good news: Most favorites will be back. In... — Updated 5/26/2021 Full story
City still soliciting public input on trash hauler issue
UPDATE: The blog feature for resident comments was removed from the main page containing the collection of single-hauler meeting videos and feasibility study. City staff took it down to review all the comments before the May 12... — Updated 5/13/2021
County proposes roundabout for Fountain Mesa intersection
El Paso County is inviting neighbors around Fountain Mesa Road, Caballero Avenue and Fortman Avenue to attend a meeting where they will discuss a proposal to convert that... — Updated 5/12/2021 Full story
Fountain Middle School earns 'Trailblazer' status
Fountain Middle School has won another major honor, this time as a 2021 Colorado "Trailblazer Schools to Watch" as determined by the Colorado Association of Middle Level Education... — Updated 5/11/2021
City wrapping up trash talks next week
The city of Fountain is wrapping up its series of public meetings on the topic of switching to a single-hauler option for trash and recycling. The final question-and-answer session... — Updated 5/7/2021 Full story
Council reviews streets master plan
A major theme of a draft Master Transportation Plan for the city of Fountain is the need for more loops around the city and alternatives to existing busy thoroughfares to alleviate those hot spots of congestion in central areas.... — Updated 5/4/2021
Tragic weekend leaves community in mourning
It was a tragic weekend around the Fountain Valley community, with multiple accidents and crimes over the course of two days that left several people dead or injured. Residents... — Updated 4/21/2021 Full story
Growth 'daunting' for public safety
Fountain Police Department has added a third person to its traffic division, and a fourth is in the works. That's just one of the ways the department is adjusting to meet the... — Updated 4/15/2021
Thinking strategically: City begins work on a 2022-24 Strategic Plan
How will Fountain handle future development proposals? What if adequate roads and utilities aren't available when developers want to build? How will public safety personnel be able... — Updated 4/7/2021 Full story
WSD3 to offer unique summer courses to keep kids engaged
In a first for Widefield School District 3, students going into grades 6-12 next school year will have the opportunity to select from more than 30 unique topics in the Summer... — Updated 4/6/2021
Fountain kicks off series of trash hauler meetings
Despite hundreds of comments on the topic circulating on social media, only seven members of the public attended the in-person portion of Monday's meeting about the city of... — Updated 4/6/2021
Snow day fun at Mueller State Park
Just an hour's drive from Fountain is Mueller State Park, an oasis of breathtaking scenery and fun for any season. In the winter, many visitors go there to cross-country ski, snow... — Updated 3/30/2021
Trash Talk: Fountain continues to explore single-hauler option
Prompted largely by concerns over the effects of multiple garbage trucks in and out of neighborhoods each week, Fountain is raising the possibility of moving to a single-hauler... — Updated 3/26/2021 Full story
Victim remembered as loving mother, friend
Family and friends of Alison Cantrell, the 33-year-old woman found dead south of Fountain last week, gathered in Colorado Springs for her funeral on Saturday. While they wait for... — Updated 3/24/2021
New apartments could come quickly if rezoning approved
Attendees of last week's Fountain City Council meeting got a first glimpse of what a new 336-unit apartment complex south of Mesa Ridge Parkway might look like if the city approves... — Updated 3/16/2021
New mental health unit at Fountain PD gearing up for duty
Sometimes cops wear so many hats during the course of a shift, that being an expert handler in all types of situations is an impossible expectation, Fountain Police Chief Chris... — Updated 3/3/2021 Full story
New life springing up at Venetucci Farm
Operators of Venetucci Farm – a place that holds a special place in the memories of many area residents – have announced big plans for the property, including a new wedding and... — Updated 3/2/2021
Venetucci Farm to debut wedding venue, flower gardens
Operators of Venetucci Farm – a place that is held dear in the memories of many area residents – have announced big plans for the property, including a new wedding and events... — Updated 2/26/2021 Full story
Life Network plans to open pregnancy center in Widefield
Life Network, a Colorado Springs nonprofit organization that provides counseling, resources and free pregnancy tests and ultrasounds to parents facing unexpected pregnancies, has... — Updated 2/26/2021 Full story
New Public Health facility in Fountain taking shape
El Paso County's series of pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinics this last weekend included the first major event inside the new Public Health offices in Fountain – a project that has c... — Updated 2/24/2021
Council proclaims Black History Month
Last Tuesday the Fountain City Council read a proclamation declaring February as Black History Month. At the invitation of Council Member Dr. Detra Duncan, two boys gave speeches... — Updated 2/16/2021
Who's counting the vaccines?
Last week officials in El Paso County determined that the county is not getting its fair share of COVID-19 vaccines from the state. Whether you're pro or anti vaccine, the... — Updated 2/9/2021
