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PDFVaccinated? COVID advice clear as mud
If you’re confused about COVID vaccine and when our lives are going to change for the better, you’re not alone. We’re considered to be fully vaccinated once two weeks have passed after the second dose of Pfizer or Moderna... — Updated 4/6/2021
Volunteer receives Habitat Award at 'Micah's View Ground Blessing
Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity (PPHFH) broke ground March 6 on a new three-lot development in Fountain. Construction has begun on the first two houses, one of which has been... — Updated 4/6/2021
Pikes Peak Habitat achieves milestone award in global tithing to support Habitat's mission Worldwide
Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) awarded Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity (PPHFH) the Sam Mompongo Award for tithing over $1,000,000 to Habitat’s worldwide efforts to sustain families by building safe and affordable... — Updated 4/6/2021
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Annual art show exhibits work by sexual abuse survivors
"The research shows that only one of every 10 childhood sexual abuse survivors will disclose during childhood, and the average age for disclosure is 52," Joyce Aubrey said. "So I... — Updated 4/6/2021
Spring onions flavor the season
There's nothing like the intense flavor (or the smell) of an onion. Wild onions were among the first foods that mankind gathered and ate and are one of the first signs of spring. On... — Updated 4/6/2021
Add roasted vegetables to spring meal planning
As a kid growing up in California, most of the vegetables I ate, with the exception of steamed artichokes and corn on the cob in the summer, came from a can. Mom was a good cook, bu... — Updated 4/6/2021
Wellness Waggin' visits Fountain
The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region's mobile vet clinic, the Wellness Waggin', held a pop-up clinic in the Fountain City Hall parking lot last Thursday. Wellness Program... — Updated 4/6/2021
Somebunny spotted at the Senior Center
The Easter Bunny paid a visit to the Fountain Valley Senior Center last week to help Silver Key personnel hand out lunches to seniors. Silver Key recently increased the number of... — Updated 4/6/2021
Fountain Valley Senior Center News & Activities
Fountain Valley Senior Center remains closed, but some meal and transportation services will continue on an as-needed basis. Reserve & Ride is limited to essential transportation needs only: medical and food related. Call (719)... — Updated 4/6/2021
Nutrition and aging – tips and resources for older adults
Even though National Nutrition Month has officially past, NextFifty Initiative wants to dive deeper into what a healthy diet means for people over 50. Eating a healthy and balanced diet throughout adulthood is important to stay... — Updated 4/6/2021
Ag department offers marketing classes
The Department of Agriculture is offering six free virtual marketing webinars this spring to help educate ag and food business owners on state-of-the-art ways to connect with consumers through the latest public relations, marketing... — Updated 4/6/2021
2021 El Paso County Fair Queen
Madyson Buhring from Calhan is the 2021 El Paso County Fair Queen. Madyson is a current student at the Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy. She's a former 4-H'er, and she was... — Updated 4/6/2021
You Guessed It!
Can you guess what this is? It's located somewhere in Fountain, Security or Widefield. The first week of each month we will present you a photo depicting an item or place located... — Updated 4/6/2021
Home-based business seeing 'sweet' success
While the pandemic has resulted in many people losing jobs, it's also created interesting new side hustles and work-from-home businesses. One good example is sweet businesses... — Updated 3/30/2021
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
Have a love affair with lamb
I seldom prepared or served lamb until I tasted Australian lamb. The tenderness and variety of cuts of Australian lamb opens up the opportunity to serve lamb all year long, not... — Updated 3/30/2021
Stimulus payment merry-go-round
A third round of stimulus payments are on their way. But has your second one shown up yet? Next question: Did you file last year’s 2019 taxes on paper instead of e-filing? If so, that might well be the reason you don’t have... — Updated 3/30/2021
Edible bird nests imitate nature
Make simple no-bake bird's nest treats with your kids to celebrate spring. Drop peanut M&Ms or natural-looking candy eggs in each one. Or for Easter, substitute jelly beans,... — Updated 3/30/2021
Smoked Ham With Fresh Strawberry Sauce
We created this impressive glazed ham for winter entertaining, but it has become an Easter favorite as well. 1 (12-pound) smoked whole ham, fully cooked 3 pints strawberries 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar 2 tablespoons cornstarch... — Updated 3/30/2021
To your good health
Can mushroom microdose help with depression? DEAR DR. ROACH: I am battling depression and have a question about psilocybin. I stopped taking Effexor for my depression because I did not like the side effects. I also tried SAM-e,... — Updated 3/30/2021
Parking lot Bingo returns
The Fountain Valley Senior Center is getting ready to play more parking lot Bingo starting this Thursday, April 1. Arrive at the center’s parking lot, 5745 Southmoor Drive, by 1 p.m. and stay in your vehicle. Cost is $5 for six... — Updated 3/30/2021
Fountain Valley Senior Center News & Activities
Fountain Valley Senior Center remains closed, but some meal and transportation services will continue on an as-needed basis. Reserve & Ride is limited to essential transportation needs only: medical and food related. Call (719)... — Updated 3/30/2021
Local spring gardening tips
Planning a garden or backyard can be pretty difficult in Colorado. As Robert Benson wrote in an article for OurPaleoLife.com, "Gardening in a high altitude, mountainous region... — Updated 3/24/2021
