59: Inspiration to Cook For One
Local chef and owner of Cultivate Health, Michele Mukatis, shares ways to rediscover what makes cooking enjoyable, strategies on recipe re-writes, and more.
151: Our Home Watershed – Fountain Creek Update
Everything you ever wanted to know about our home watershed. Hear about water supply and conservation, creek restoration, the regional trail, and the upcoming Great American Cleanup.
58: The Ripple Effect of Volunteering
Organizations, the people they serve, and the people volunteering all benefit from the act of volunteering. April is Volunteer Appreciation Month. For all the volunteers out there doing good work, THANK YOU!
43: April 7 2026 – State of Downtown Colorado Springs
Downtown population doubled, retail sales broke a half-billion dollars, and more than 800 arts/culture/sports events took place downtown in 2025. These are just a few highlights of the highlights Downtown Partnership CEO Chelsea Gondeck shares from the State of Downtown Colorado Springs 2026 Report.
39: Project Bike Tech
We’re talking about the future of cycling, and it’s happening in high school classrooms across the country. A one-of a kind program called Project Bike Tech is giving students the opportunity to take Bike Mechanics as an elective.
66: HUB – Hearing, Listening, Bridging with Lauren Hug
“Civility isn’t weakness—it’s a skill. And it’s one we can all learn.” In an era of increasing polarization, how do we stay engaged without becoming divided? Strategist, author, and civil discourse expert Lauren Hug explores the art of “Digital Kindness” with host Beth Roalstad.
42: March 23 2026 – WasteLessCOS
Learn how the City of Colorado Springs has been studying our garbage and laying out a plan to divert a lot of that trash away from the landfill and into recycling and composting.
26: The Power of Consistency: How Fostering Hope Builds Lasting Bonds for Foster Families
Discover how Fostering Hope uses a volunteer-based support system to act as “aunts and uncles,” providing a safety net that prevents youth from reaching a point of crisis.
38: Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort 10 Year Anniversary Special
Torie Giffin shares her journey to creating Colorado Springs’ top ranked lodging, bar, biking and live music venue. Superfan Terry Lyons flips the roles and interviews the podcast host and owner of Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort.
150: Manitou Springs Garden Club
How does a small garden club grow into a powerful driver of community resilience? Host Ally Richardson and leaders from the Manitou Springs Garden Club explore how plant sales, community grants, and hands‑on education strengthen our local ecosystems.
Youth Council in Conversation with New D11 Board Member Michelle Ruehl
LWVPPR Youth Council member Anna Fedoruk interviews newly elected D11 School Board member Michelle Ruehl.
Youth Council in Conversation with New D11 Board Member LeAnn Baca Bartlett
LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Tyler Peak interview newly elected D11 School Board member LeAnn Baca Bartlett.
Youth Council in Conversation with D11 Board Member Charles Johnson
LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Tyler Peak interview re-elected D11 School Board member Charles Johnson.
41: March 11 2026 – Jessica Killin Wants to Represent You in Congress
The odds have never been better that a Democrat will represent Colorado’s 5th District in U.S. Congress next year. Meet the woman who may just send Jeff Crank packing, Jessica Killin.
International Women’s Day 2026: Who Is a Woman?
What does it mean to be a woman in a world where, in some places, even the most basic freedoms—education, work, sports, and speaking in public—are denied? Afghan Poet, writer, and speaker Marzia Sadat reflects on the meaning of womanhood through the lens of her own experience and the ongoing struggles of women in Afghanistan.
37: Ring the Peak – the Vision Becoming a Reality
The Ring the Peak Trail is one of Colorado Springs’ boldest outdoor visions and it just got a major boost. Local non-profit the Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance (PPORA) has secured a $2.5 million grant to help move the 63-mile continuous loop around the base of Pikes Peak closer to completion.
65: Two Women, One Primary, Big Ideas
Inside CD-5: Policy, Power, and Women Candidates: Jessica Killin and Zuri Horowitz share their priorities and policy ideas around issues such as the cost of health care, women in the military, and other issues specifically impacting women in the Pikes Peak Region.
149: Burning Coal Past 2030 Deadline – Colorado Springs Asks for Extension
Colorado Springs Utilities wants to delay closing its last coal-fired powerplant. CSU is currently obligated to close its Ray Nixon plant by the end of 2029.
25: Emergency Shelter in Colorado Springs – Hope COS Delivers an Alternative
We dive into the vital work of Hope COS, a Colorado Springs-based organization dedicated to supporting individuals at their most vulnerable points.
57: Celebrate Black History Month Through a Local Lens
JJ Frazier, at 17, sang with the orchestra at the Cotton Club. Today, JJ continues her legacy of service in the region. Shirley Martinez brought Martin Luther King Jr.’s granddaughter to keynote the annual All Peoples Breakfast on 2026 Martin Luther-King Jr. Day.
Youth Council in Conversation with New D49 Board Member Holly Withers
LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Maxx Vega interview newly elected D49 School Board member Holly Withers.
Youth Council in Conversation with New D49 Board Member Lori Thompson
LWVPPR Youth Council members Anna Fedoruk and Maxx Vega interview newly elected D49 School Board member Lori Thompson.
40: Feb 17 2026 – Black History is 365 Days – Chauncy Johnson
We get important perspective on the value and meaning of Black History Month from a remarkable young Black man who lives and breathes civic engagement.
56: Senior Games
The Colorado Senior Games are Coming. Will you sign up? Athletes over 50 are invited to show your skill in a multitude of sports this June in Colorado Springs.
39: Feb 3 2026 – Wow, What a Tuesday!
Colorado Springs City Councilor Gold was reprimanded recently, for comments “in violation of the rules and procedures of City Council,” when in fact her comments were an example of the civility and decorum council rules strive to achieve.
Caucus Process 101 with EPC Republicans
Hear about the Caucus Process from Ken Davis, Chair of the El Paso County Republican Party about party process over the coming months.
Caucus Process 101 with EPC Democrats
Hear from Conner Roderick, Chair of the El Paso County Democratic Party’s Permanent Organization about party happenings and process over the coming months.
63: Sitting In With Our Future – Martin Luther King Junior’s Only Grandchild, Yolanda Renee King
17-year-old Yolanda Renee King shares her experiences, hopes and dreams with Pikes Peak Women. She is the only grandchild in the MLK legacy.
148: Before You Hire a Landscaper
What if ten weekends could change the way you see your land, your home, and your future?
24: Getting a Step Up: Introducing Step Colorado Springs
A new recovery program called Step Springs helps men in a state of desperation end their cycle of addiction, take back control of their lives, and transition to a safe and sober living environment.
38: Jan 28, 2026 – Happy Trails Make for Happy People – Glenn Carlson leads Trails and Open Space Coalition
Executive Director Glenn Carlson shares his vision, what TOSC has been up to since he took the reins, and exciting news about a new web tool that will help us all enjoy our trails, parks and open spaces that much more.
62: Showing Up Before You Feel Ready – Sarah Jack on Civic Participation
Sarah Jack talks about her path into civic engagement, what motivated her to get involved in public policy, and how she learned to lead without waiting for permission or perfection.
147: Cut Your Energy Bill with Help from Energy Resource Center
ERC helps cut wasted energy consumption through energy-efficient home upgrades, now available to all households in their 27-county service area, regardless of income level.
37: Jan 13 2026 – What is The Next Us and Who Is Judy Pearring?
Spoken word artist, idealist, and entrepreneurial cheerleader Judy Pearring shares some of her poetry and explains the vibe we love at The Next Us.
Podcast Producer Boot Camp – Begins January 13, 2025
Studio 809 Podcasts is offering six 1-hour classes, practical experience working on existing podcasts, and a chance to earn money continuing that work. Studio 809 Podcasts, a local podcast network with a downtown studio, is offering this course free, because we want to develop more local talent.
55: Social Connection Through Volunteering
Social connection is a key to aging well. Volunteering is one opportunity to connect with others who share similar interests while also giving back.
Podcast Producer Boot Camp
Studio 809 Podcasts is offering six 1-hour classes, practical experience working on existing podcasts, and a chance to earn money continuing that work. Studio 809 Podcasts, a local podcast network with a downtown studio, is offering this course free, because we want to develop more local talent.
36: Dec 30 2025 – People-Centered Springs with Zuri Horowitz
This active young citizen is leading People Centered Colorado Springs, advocating for safer streets, and in her spare time running for Congress.
23: Clean & Safe Pilot Program
Clean & Safe is a unique pilot program designed to make the heart of the city of Colorado Springs more welcoming to all and to connect people with needed resources to resolve homelessness.
54: Healthy Habits Counter Holiday Haze
Staying active is a year-round healthy habit, however, holiday time and new year’s resolutions bring reflection on how to stay physically and mentally fit.
61: Get Involved. Get Engaged.
Three new co-hosts for the podcast discuss the past, present and future for Pikes Peak Women.
35: Dec 9 2025 – Make Holiday Traditions Downtown!
Carrie and Kelsee from the Downtown Partnership talk with Renee Behr from Behr and Behr Real Estate Team about holiday traditions in Downtown Colorado Springs – from ice-skating and parades, to shopping and experiences.
53: Holiday Time May Bring up Issues for Seniors and Driving
The ability to drive and have access to a vehicle is recognized as a critical need and skill as we age. There are many tools, steps, adaptations, and supports available to facilitate independence.
146: Joyful Holiday Tips to Help Minimize Waste
Shrinking your holiday footprint on the planet can seem daunting – but this episode offers tips to make it a joy.
34: Nov 24 2025 – Theatreworks 50th Season
Cast member and UCCS theatre professor Birgitta DePree and Ent Center for the Arts Executive Director David Siegel fill us in on the Ent Center, Theatreworks, and an exciting 50th season of professional theatre.
52: How to Keep The Home You Own Solvent
During tight financial times, Colorado offers four unique resources to help older adults who own their homes, stay in their homes: the senior homestead tax exemption program, property fraud alerts, and escrow and tax deferral programs.
33: Nov 18 2025 – For Holidays As Cool As Winter Nights, Downtown Colorado Springs
Bundle up and follow the twinkle of Downtown’s lights where shop windows glow, and every block feels like a snow globe come to life.
CD5 Town Hall – November 15, 2025
All candidates for Colorado’s 5th Congressional District were invited to present their platforms and answer questions from the public on November 15.
32: Nov 11 2025 – PikeRide – Closing the Transportation Gap
Sure, PikeRide puts ebikes you can borrow at over 90 rental hubs throughout central Colorado Springs and Manitou, but did you know they also have programs to make it affordable for low-income residents to get to work?
51: Celebrating Caregiving in America
Caregivers can be a dying breed. It is a startling statistic that 68% of caregivers die before their care recipient. This makes an excellent call to action for this episode on Celebrating Caregiving in America.
36: Westside Bicycle Service
Whether you’re staying at the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, are a local to the area or just riding by or out of the lodge with our Bike Tribe, the Westside Bicycle Service is not just convenient, it’s top notch.
22: Catholic Charities of Central Colorado Steps Up Their Housing Game
Catholic Charities of Central Colorado’s Deana Hunt covers the range of programs CC provides in our community and the footprint they have in our region.
School District 11 School Board Candidate Forum – 2025
This forum features all candidates for Colorado Springs School District 11 School Board in the Fall 2025 election.
145: Bright Idea: Conserving Energy
Energy rates are changing. Pikes Peak Permaculture’s Ally Richardson shares practical ways we can reduce energy use and rethink consumption.
31: Oct 28 – The Brit Pub Grand Opening
Get acquainted with downtown’s newest pub, a true community gathering spot next to Weidner Field. Two of the co-owners, Meredith Klube and Nova, sat down with us the day before The Brit Pub’s grand opening.
Manitou Springs Election Forum – 2025
This forum features candidates for mayor, city council and school board, plus pro and con discussion of ballot issues in the Manitou Springs Fall 2025 election.
LWVPPR Ballot Issues Forum – Fall 2025
Learn what measures are on the November, 2025 ballot and get pro and con views. This forum was presented by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
50: Healthy Check Up Time on Medicare Scams and Plan Options
Seniors can find non-biased Medicare counseling and information on how to avoid Medicare scams. The State Health Insurance Program, or SHIP, is a nationwide program funded by the federal government to support Medicare benefit evaluation for seniors on an individual basis.
Cheyenne Mountain School District 12 Candidate Forum – 2025
Get acquainted with candidates running to represent School District 12 on their school board.
60: Stepping Up Women Leadership in Mexico
In this bilingual podcast, Mayor Edith Escarcega, from the Colorado Springs Sister City Nuevos Casas Grandes in Chihuahua Mexico, talks about her path, at 40, to be the second woman mayor of her town.
30: Oct 13 – Witches, Warlocks & Ghouls Family Fun Ride
A super fun family bike ride is coming up, benefitting cancer patients and their families. The 3rd Annual Colorado Springs Witches, Warlocks, and Ghouls Bike Ride happens October 18, 2025.
Candidate Interview: Lauren Nelson – for El Paso County Commissioner – District 5
Hear from Lauren Nelson, Republican candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 5.
Candidate Interview: Vickie Tonkins – for El Paso County Commissioner – District 5
Hear from Vickie Tomkins, Republican candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 5.
21: Colorado Springs’s Long-Time Advocate to Address Homelessness: Aimee Cox
Beth sits down with long-time friend and professional colleague, Aimee Cox – chief of the Housing and Homelessness Response Department.
49: Renewed Value in Intergenerational Connecting
High school students in Jump Start the Aging Workforce internships, JAWS, were so interested in learning more about the seniors they met in long term care, they decided to start a story project to continue the blossoming relationships.
Community Conversation: Ranked Choice Voting in Colorado
Learn more about Ranked Choice Voting, how it’s done, the benefits and how we can make this happen, in this Community Conversation hosted by NAACP Colorado Springs and the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
Democracy in Action – Highlighting the Importance of Local Election
Through powerful storytelling and real talk about public policy, this episode dives into why local elections matter, the impact of low turnout in school boards and city races, and what’s at stake on the ballot this November.
29: Oct 7 – Get On the Bus, a Mtn Metro Update
Get the scoop on changes in bus routes and schedules in this conversation with Mountain Metropolitan Transit Planning & Operations Supervisor Jacob Matsen.
144: Arts and Culture in the Pikes Peak Region
While sustainability does include nature and the environment, it also encompasses society or community, economy, and individual well-being.
28: Sept 30 – Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival
We never thought “dick pic” would be part of a film festival, but it did “come up” in this conversation about the 38th annual Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival. Don’t worry, you won’t see one at the festival.
48: Senior Center – Re-opening of an Old Friend
September is Senior Center Month, so in this episode Judith McKay quizzes Tom Lathrop about the re-opening of the Colorado Springs Senior Center.
27: Sept 22 – Making Our Town Walkable
What makes a city or neighborhood “walkable?” Does Colorado Springs have what it takes? What’s being done to improve that?
47: Pay Attention: Falling Is Avoidable
UC Health’s Lori Morgan talks us through the physical, physiological and mental causes of falls.
26: Sept 16 2025 – Buffalo Grass Music Festival
Three days and two stages will turn the Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort in Colorado Springs into a slice of music and community heaven October 3-5.
143: Clearing the Air about Nuclear – Exploring the Pros and Cons of Nuclear Energy
We begin to unravel one of the most complex and timely topics in the global energy landscape. Whether you’re a student, a policy maker, a professional in the energy sector, or simply an engaged global citizen, this episode promises to broaden your horizons and foster informed dialogue.
25: Aug 20 2025 – End Summer with a Bang
Art exhibitions, a film festival, urban terrorists, downtown ambassadors, a walkability summit, and how safe do you feel bicycling our city? These are just a few of the items on our smorgasbord in a free-for-all episode.
20: Colorado Springs Fire Dept – More Than Just Putting Out Fires
Homeward Pikes Peak and the Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) have worked together for several years providing street outreach to individuals experiencing homelessness. This episode explores when CSFD began doing street outreach and their unique role in our community.
46: Vision Services are Evolving: A Conversation with iSight Connections
When technological advancements meet heartfelt human connection, organizations like iSight Connections create meaningful opportunities for support and growth.
142: Water Crisis
Why is water such a hot-button issue in Colorado right now? Host/producer Ally Richardson dives into the heart of local water challenges with Dave Gardner, Mark Robinson, and Mike Callicrate.
19: Building a Housing Justice Movement in Colorado Springs
A small but mighty organization is doing critical advocacy and organizing work of low-income residents who are renters in our community.
141: Vermijo Community Garden
Stuck on how to grow food in our region of Southern Colorado? Don’t know where to start? Feeling overwhelmed? Or shoot, do you just want to pick good local food up? Peak Environment Cohost Ally Richardson joins Kristie Taylor at Vermijo Community Garden.
45: Meet Brothers Redevelopment – Housing Support You Should Know About
Are you looking for ways to make your home safer or get support with housing costs? Brothers Redevelopment offers a variety of programs to help residents make essential home improvements.
24: July 16 2025 – Pikes Peak Bulletin Expanding
We invited the publisher and the editor to spill the tea on what’s happening with the Pikes Peak Bulletin.
140: Sustainability in Progress: Regional Transportation Planning Update
What can we expect in the future for both public and automobile transportation in the Pikes Peak Region? We hear from the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG) and Mountain Metro (Colorado Springs’ bus system).
23: July 2 2025 – Creating Community with Citizens Project
Interim Executive Director Steph Vigil updates us on changes at nonprofit Citizens Project and previews the organization’s upcoming community breakfast.
35: Club Spotlight – COS Racing
Bicycle racing isn’t just an elite or extreme sport, and this local club is making it fun and accessible. Nao Nozawa and Terry Lott fill us in.
18: Housing Affordability – A Conversation with Pikes Peak Housing Network’s Jill Gaebler
Pikes Peak Housing Network’s mission is to foster innovative and collaborative solutions that advance housing affordability, access and production in the Pikes Peak Region.
22: June 18 2025 – Bike to Work Day 2025
Bike to Work Day June 25 is an especially fun way to discover that bicycling to get around the Pikes Peak Region is a joy.
44: Creating Accessible Spaces – Jeneen Phillips of Next Day Access
Mobility and accessibility solutions that help older adults and individuals with disabilities live safely and independently.
Youth Activist Training 2025
Learn about an upcoming weeklong summer day camp for teens, Youth Activist Training, hosted by Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission.
21: June 3 2025 – Poor Richard’s 50th Anniversary June 8
Richard Skorman joins us for an elaborate trip down memory lane, as he recounts the history of the Poor Richard’s family of businesses on the north end of downtown Colorado Springs.
139: Promoting Housing Affordability, Access and Production in the Pikes Peak Region
The state of housing affordability and attainability in Colorado Springs, and what the Pikes Peak Housing Network is doing to improve it.
20: May 28 2025 Wonderful Art on the Streets
Twelve new pieces of public art hit the streets of Downtown Colorado Springs for 2025-2026 – launching June 6. Learn more about the art and how this program turns our city into a yearlong outdoor gallery.
17: The Intersection of Behavioral Health and Homelessness
How does behavioral health contribute to homelessness, and how does Homeward Pikes Peak help people facing this obstacle?
19: May 23 2025 – Making Light of What Could’ve Been Dark with Joi Towner
Get to know a funny, inspirational champion for people recovering from trauma or other setbacks. Joi Towner suffered a stroke at age 31, beginning a journey that inspired her to help others.
18: May 20 2025 – A Postmortem for the Indy?
We reflect on the changes the Colorado Springs Independent has gone through in recent years, especially it’s sale in April to Dirk Hobbs’ Colorado Media Group. We also assess the state of local news media in general, and its future.
17: May 14 2025 – Hot Cuisine for the Houseless
Every Monday, folks experiencing houselessness are treated like valuable human beings, served a food truck hot lunch and provided supplies to make living on the street a little easier.
43: 50 Years of PPAAA – A Life of Resilience and Service – Rebecca Shields
Hear from an incredibly inspiring community leader who has dedicated her life to supporting others who have faced challenges similar to her own.
138: Examining Air Quality in Colorado’s Pikes Peak Region
Ever stopped to wonder what’s in the air you breathe? From invisible pollutants to visible smog, air quality affects us all—whether we realize it or not.
137: Fountain Creek Water Quality – What the Data Tells Us
What do 68 monitoring sites and over $1.3 million annual investment in data collection tell us about Fountain Creek? Colorado Springs Utilities water quality expert Annie Berlemann provides some answers
16: April 29 – Updating the Downtown Master Plan
Ensuring that downtown Colorado Springs is a safe, welcoming, and prosperous destination is the goal of the Experience Downtown Master Plan, being updated this year. Downtown Partnership COO Chelsea Gondeck shares details with us, and tells us how we can provide input.
136: Spring Cleaning – Every Nook & Cranny
Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to revitalize your space with sustainability in mind! Join Ally Richardson and Aaron Shaha, local permaculturists who dive into Zone 0, sharing their journey, expert insights, and practical resources for greener living in the Pikes Peak region. This episode covers essential topics like energy efficiency, water conservation,…
15: April 17 2025 – MeadowGrass Music Festival
A popular and pleasant rite of Spring in the Pikes Peak region is the MeadowGrass Music Festival on Memorial Day Weekend.
14: April 4 2025 – Seniors Doing the Darndest Things
If you’re over 50 and living in the Springs, the chances are good you have wheels on your recliner.
135: The Future of Fountain Creek – Panel and Community Discussion
A panel discussion with Fountain Creek Watershed District Executive Director Alli Schuch and Jim O’Donnell, author of Fountain Creek: Big Lessons from a Little River, followed by a dynamic community conversation.
42: 50 Years of PPAAA – Engage, Learn, and Connect at the Colorado Springs Senior Center
Looking for a place where you can stay active, learn new skills, and connect with others in the community? The Senior Center is the perfect destination.
34: Making Bicycling Better – Bike Colorado Springs
Get to know a local non-profit whose mission is to make bicycling in the Pikes Peak region better for people of all ages and abilities.
41: 50 years of PPAAA – Silver Key’s Legacy, Jason DeaBueno on Senior Care and Community Impact
Silver Key offers an array of senior services, including meals, a food pantry, activity centers, behavioral health, companionship, and transportation.
Colorado Springs City Council D6 Candidate Forum 2025
Hear from candidates running to represent District 6 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and Citizens Project.
Colorado Springs City Council D5 Candidate Forum 2025
Hear from candidates running to represent District 5 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and NAACP-
Colorado Springs City Council D1 Candidate Forum 2025
Hear from candidates running to represent District 1 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and College of Public Service at UCCS.
13: March 17 2025 – Who’s Running for City Council in Colorado Springs?
Candid observations about candidates for city council in the April 1 Colorado Springs election are shared by former city councilors Jill Gaebler and Jan Martin, with hosts Al Brody and Dave Gardner.
Colorado Springs City Council D4 Candidate Forum 2025
Hear from candidates running to represent District 4 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and RISE Southeast.
33: More Fun than a Car! – PaCMan
A group of citizens volunteer their time to make cycling, walking, and other non-auto conveyance safer, easier and even more fun – in Manitou and across the region.
134: Connecting Colorado with the Outdoors – Great Outdoors Colorado and Generation Wild
Get an update on exciting Great Outdoors Colorado investments and work statewide, from Christopher Aaby, the Generation Wild Program Officer with GOCO.
Colorado Springs City Council D3 Candidate Forum 2025
Hear from candidates running to represent District 3 on Colorado Springs City Council in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region & Hillside Advisory Team.
16: The Place Connecting At-risk and Unhoused Youth to Vital Services and Housing
The Place offers housing, a drop-in center, and supportive services for youth up to age 24 years old.
133: Wildtending, Ancient Skills, & Listening to Nature
Components of nature connection and the basic skills that everyone’s ancestors practiced.
12: Feb 25 2025 – Planning to Make the World a Better Place
Maréa Janae is a “sustainable wedding planner” focused on “celebrating love and bringing a community together” in ways that are light on the planet.
Love the League 2025
The League of Women Voters is celebrating 105 years of Empowering Voters & Defending Democracy.
40: 50 Years of PPAAA – Transforming Senior Dental Care with Michelle Vacha
Making quality senior dental care accessible to all is the mission of Michelle Vacha, founder and executive director of Community Dental Health.
BJ Campbell – Community Leader Making a Difference
We chat with BJ Campbell, Love the League 2025 Honoree, Retired Educator & Administrator from Academy District 20 and passionate advocate for our unhoused neighbors.
Chief Jayme McConnellogue – Community Leader Making a Difference
We chat with Chief Jayme McConnellogue, Love the League 2025 Honoree and Deputy Chief of Emergency Medical Services for the City of Colorado Springs Fire Department.
Angela Stevens – Community Leader Making a Difference
We chat with Angela Stevens, Love the League 2025 Honoree, Colorado Springs NAACP President, LWVPPR Admin Team Member & Events Team Chair and Business Owner.
11: Feb 9 2025 – Mayor’s 2025 Action Plan Part 2 Plus E-Bike Policy Update
We continue highlighting key parts of Mayor Yemi’s Strategic Doing Action Items – infrastructure, housing solutions, economic vitality and community activation. Also, an update on e-bikes in the city’s parks, trails and open spaces.
39: 50 Years of PPAAA – When and How to Support Elder Family Members – Dr. Sara Qualls
How can, and should, families monitor, help and support their elder members? Area Agency on Aging has staff who can help you with that.
Phyllis Dunn – Community Leader Making a Difference
We chat with Phyllis Dunn, Love the League 2025 Honoree, retired from Academy School District 20, and a key volunteer with the Accompaniment & Sanctuary Coalition.
132: COS Creek Plan: Dramatic Changes for Monument and Fountain Creeks
Learn about the comprehensive vision for future investments and stewardship, with a focus on downtown Colorado Springs.
10: Jan 28 2025 – Mayor’s 2025 Action Plan and Should City Council Get a Living Wage?
Leveraging technology to improve public safety headlines Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi’s 2025 strategic plan.
Sallie Clark – Community Leader Making a Difference
We chat with Sallie Clark, Senior Policy Advisor for Government & Military Engagement to Mayor Mobolade & small business owner for over 38 years.
Community Conversation: City Council Pay
Should citizens give Colorado Springs City Councilors a pay raise?
38: 50 Years of PPAAA – Resources for Seniors and Reflections from the Leadership Seats
Jody Barker, Director of the Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging, and Andy Gunning, Executive Director of the Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments (PPACG), which houses the Agency on Aging, share why the 50-year milestone is so significant and catalog the many services available.
Beth Alessio: Community Leader Making a Difference
We chat with Beth Alessio, Love the League 2025 Honoree and Executive Director of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern Colorado.
32: What Every Motorist and Cyclist Needs to Know about Bicycle Rights and Rules in Colorado
Understanding the rules and rights of motorists and cyclists on the roads in Colorado. It’s all in the interest of safety for bicyclists, motorists and pedestrians alike.
Community Leader Making a Difference: Rochelle Kimbrell
We chat with Rochelle Kimbrell, Love the League 2025 Honoree and Retired USAF Lt. Colonel, the US military’s first Black female fighter pilot.
9: Improving Community Health: Highroots Wellness
We learn about a unique up-and-coming nonprofit working to “navigate communities towards wellness,” plus Dave fact-checks Al on driving the speed limit (and loses).
131: Art, Hope, and 2025 – an Update from 350 Colorado
Chelsea and Melissa at 350 Colorado discuss hope and art, in addition to specifics on exciting events in CO Springs coming up in 2025.
37: PPAAA 50 Years – Aging with Altitude Moderator Shares Her Story of Aging with PPAAA
As the moderator of Aging with Altitude, Cynthia Margiotta brings a wealth of experience and passion for senior care that is both inspiring and invaluable.
What’s Next?
Learn about recent voter turnout, ways to increase voter engagement and hear from voters with “What’s Next?” for them after the most recent 2024 general election.
8: December 5, 2024 – Mean Streets of Colorado Springs
Dave is on a crusade to tame the trend of more speeding, red-light running, and aggressive driving on our streets.
130: Shifting the Status Quo of Development
John Olson shares examples of new urban planning approaches that foster deeper human connections, mitigate climate change, and build communities that are resilient, equitable, and prosperous for future generations.
36: Living with Alzheimer’s – Support for Family Caregivers
If you’re caring for someone with Alzheimer’s, you’re not alone, and there is a world of support available.
7: Nov 21, 2024 – Where Should E-bikes be Welcome on Our Trails?
Colorado Springs’ controversial e-bikes ordinance proposal is discussed with longtime trail advocates Kent and Ruth Obee.
35: Family Caregiver Support
Caring for a loved one can be one of the most rewarding, and most challenging, roles you can take on. Supporting yourself as a caregiver is just as important as the support you provide to those who depend on you.
31: Local Bike Shop Spotlight – Bicycle Experience
Passion, perseverance and a genuine heart for people drive this locally owned bike shop in the downtown Ivywild neighborhood.
6: November 8, 2024 – Give Pikes Peak
We celebrate the giving season by learning all about the annual Give Pikes Peak campaign, which launched November 1, from Victoria Norton.
Local Author on His New Novel – Chronicles of the Yankee Trader: Empress Rising
Colorado Springs author Mark Gaebler introduces us to his new science fiction novel, Chronicles of the Yankee Trader: Empress Rising.
129: Concrete Couch & Concrete Coyote – Art and Sustainability
Learn how local arts nonprofit Concrete Couch has turned a concrete dump into a community asset – a park and learning center. Caitlin Hannigan and Jorge Estevez also share how Concrete Couch has contributed to increasing interest and engagement in the arts and sustainability in Colorado Springs.
30: Club Spotlight – Manitou Spokes
They call themselves a drinking club with a cycling problem, and while they may enjoy gathering for beers post ride, the Manitou Spokes is a club full of heart and a passion for their Manitou Springs community and fellow cyclists.
5: Oct 24 2024 – Congressional Candidate River Gassen
Get to know the Democratic candidate for U.S. House in Colorado District 5.
Ballot Issues Forum Fall 2024
Learn more about the issues on the 2024 ballot, and where the League stands on these issues, in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 19, 2024.
Colorado Senate District 10 Candidate Forum 2024
Learn more about candidates for State Senate District 10 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 21, 2024.
District Attorney District 4 Candidate Forum 2024
Learn more about candidates for District Attorney, Judicial District 4, in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 19.
Colorado House District 21 Candidate Forum 2024
Learn more about candidates for State House District 21 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 17, 2024.
El Paso County Commissioner District 4 Candidate Forum 2024
Learn more about candidates for El Paso County Commissioner District 4 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 17, 2024.
Colorado Senate District 12 Candidate Forum 2024
Learn more about candidates for State Senate District 12 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 14, 2024.
U.S. House District 5 Candidate Forum 2024
Learn more about candidates for U.S. House Of Representatives, District 5, in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 8, 2024.
Colorado House District 18 Candidate Forum 2024
Learn more about candidates for House District 18 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 5, 2024.
El Paso County Commissioner District 2 Candidate Forum 2024
Learn more about candidates for El Paso County Commissioner District 2 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on October 1, 2024.
Colorado House District 22 Candidate Forum 2024
Learn more about candidates for House District 22 in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region on September 30, 2024.
Candidate Interview: John Hjersman – for CO State Senate District 10
We hear from John Hjersman, Libertarian Party candidate running for Colorado Senate, District 10.
4: Oct 16 2024 – Arts Month
Dylan Craddock with the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region fills us in on Arts Month happenings in October.
29: Colorado Springs Mountain Biking Association COSMBA
The Colorado Springs Mountain Biking Association is helping to speed up the process for creating and improving trails and connections – not just for advanced mountain bikers but all levels of users.
128: Ecosystems as Models for Restoring our Economies (to a sustainable state)
Discover how the symbiotic relationship between our environment and our economic development can lead to a more sustainable future with national speaker and Colorado author, John Giordanengo.
34: Medicare Open Enrollment for 2025
Learn about changes coming to Medicare, and why the time is now to consider making a change, or to enroll for the first time if you’re newly eligible – during open enrollment October 15 – December 7.
Candidate Interview: Amy Paschal – for CO State House District 18
Listen in as we hear from Amy Paschal, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 18.
Candidate Interview: Axel Brown – for Regent of University – CD 5
Listen in as we hear from Axel Brown, Democratic candidate running for Regent of University – CD 5.
Candidate Interview: Bernard Byers – for El Paso County Commissioner – District 2
Listen in as we hear from Bernard Byers, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 2.
Candidate Interview: Christopher Mitchell – for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District
Listen in as we hear from Christopher Mitchell, Constitution Candidate for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District.
Candidate Interview: Detra Duncan – for El Paso County Commissioner – District 4
Listen in as we hear from Detra Duncan, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 4.
Candidate Interview: Michael Allen – for District Attorney 4th Judicial District
Listen in as we hear from Michael Allen, Republican candidate running for District Attorney – 4th Judicial District.
Candidate Interview: Jeremy Dowell – for District Attorney – 4th Judicial District
Listen in as we hear from Jeremy Dowell, Democratic candidate running for District Attorney – 4th Judicial District.
Candidate Interview: River Gassen – for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District
Listen in as we hear from River Gassen, Democratic candidate running for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 5th District.
Candidate Interview: Kat Gayle – for CO State House District 14
Listen in as we hear from Kat Gayle, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 14.
Candidate Interview: Jeff Livingston – for CO State House District 15
Listen in as we hear from Jeff Livingston, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 15.
Candidate Interview: Naomi Lopez – for for El Paso County Commissioner – District 3
Listen in as we hear from Naomi Lopez, Democratic candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 3.
Candidate Interview: Ryan Lucas – for CO State Senate – District 10
Listen in as we hear from Ryan Lucas, Democratic candidate running for CO State Senate – District 10.
Candidate Interview: Ken Montera – for for Regent of University of Colorado CD5
Listen in as we hear from Ken Montera, Republican candidate running for Regent of University of Colorado CD5.
Candidate Interview: Michael Pierson – for CO State House – District 22
Listen in as we hear from Michael Pierson, Democratic Candidate for CO State House – District 22.
Candidate Interview: Eric Rinard – for Regent of University of Colorado – At Large
Listen in as we hear from Eric Rinard, Republican candidate running for Regent of University of Colorado – At Large.
Candidate Interview: Liz Rosenbaum – for CO State House District 21
Listen in as we hear from Liz Rosenbaum, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 21.
Candidate Interview: Marc Snyder – for CO State Senate District 12
Listen in as we hear from Marc Snyder, Democratic candidate running for CO State Senate District 12.
Candidate Interview: Ron Tupa – for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 7th District
Listen in as we hear from Ron Tupa, Independent Candidate for the Unity Party for U.S. Representative for Colorado’s 7th District.
Candidate Interview: Stan VanderWerf – for CO State Senate District 12
Listen in as we hear from Stan VanderWerf, Republican candidate running for CO State Senate District 12.
Candidate Interview: Steph Vigil – for for CO State House District 16
Listen in as we hear from Steph Vigil, Democratic candidate running for CO State House District 16.
Candidate Interview: Bill Wysong – for El Paso County Commissioner – District 3
Listen in as we hear from Bill Wysong, Republican candidate running for El Paso County Commissioner – District 3.
3: Sept 30 2024 – State of the City
We review both the good news and the challenges shared by Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade in his recent State of the City address.
#28 Club Spotlight: Southern Colorado Velo
If you’re looking to connect with a great club in the Southern Colorado/Colorado Springs area that focuses on road and gravel biking and that caters to all ages and abilities, SOCO Velo may be the right club for you.
Racial Equity Study – SB24-053: Community Conversation
Learn more about SB 24-053 – Racial Equity Study in this recent Community Conversation hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
2: Sept 14 2024 – 2024 Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival
A preview of the upcoming Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival, plus election forums, bus ridership, Patty Jewett Porchfest, Burning Man, and taking back our streets – from aggressive and speeding drivers.
127: Permablitz
What is a permablitz? Ally Richardson invites fellow permaculturists Alexandra Malecki and Beth Carbone to discuss this engaging social permaculture event.
#27 2024 Rampart Rager Post Ride Wrap Up
Whether you raced it or you’re thinking about taking on the next Rampart Rager, check out this post ride wrap up of the 8th Annual Rampart Rager, a Regional Gravel Hillclimb Championship.
126: Life Happens. Be Ready
Learn about the GRIT Program that offers training in a brief conversational intervention used to support effective coping for those in your natural social network.
Update on Lawsuit Suing the City to Move Municipal Elections to the Fall
Get an update on the League’s lawsuit, along with Citizens Project, CO Latinos Vote and Black & Latino Leadership Coalition, against the city of Colorado Springs to move Spring Municipal Elections to the Fall.
1: August 27 2024 – Active Springs Lifestyle With Guest Jacki Mueller
Bikes and mountain bikes on local trails, downtown parking, and trying out new recreational sports with local nonprofit UpaDowna are all discussed in this freewheeling conversation.
Loving the Springs Trailer: Celebrating the Best and Elevating the Rest
Plug into what’s happening in the Pikes Peak region, learn about awesome people, places and happenings, and explore opportunities to make life here even better.
All Things League with Shelly Roehrs
An update on all things League, doing more than just voting in a presidential year — and we’ll get a bit personal, with host Shelly Roehrs.
125: A Fossil Free Future – Meet 350 Colorado
Learn how 350 Colorado can help you become a climate activist, or have more fun and be more effective if you’re already an activist.
124: Circular Economy Assistance for Colorado Businesses
Colorado’s Circular Economy Development Center facilitates connections in Colorado to create circular economy solutions using materials that Coloradans recycle. Archibald, Southern Front Range Satellite Office Coordinator for the CEDC shares details and case studies.
123: Deep Nature Connection
Learn about deep nature connection, nature deficit disorder, great programming in the area, and ways we all can engage to feel a belonging amongst the other species that live in the lovely Southern Colorado region.
122: Plants – Those That Take Care of Us
Learn how plants nurture us, tour Mari Marques’ stunning and bountiful gardens, and discover advantages and applications for plants thriving in our area, including those often deemed invasive or labeled as weeds!
Katrina Nguyen: Independent Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives
Get to know Katrina “Kat” Nguyen, who is collecting signatures to petition onto the November ballot in the contest to represent Colorado District 5 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Youth Activist Training in July
High-school-age youths will have a unique opportunity to learn about activism this summer, thanks to the Pikes Peak Justice and Peace Commission.
121: Native Yards for Native Pollinators
Discover practical ways to reconnect your home landscape with nature. Learn how to provide food, water, and shelter to support pollinator habitats in your yard.
7: Restoring Your Body’s Healing Power
Rocky Mountain Energy Infusion Center uses Scaler waves, biophotonic light frequency and Fibonacci sequence to raise the energy of your cells so your immune system can pull the toxins out of your body.
6 – MeadowGrass Music Festival: Sneak Preview
Get the details and hear a sampling of the musical artists who’ll take the stage at Memorial Day Weekend’s MeadowGrass Music Festival.
120: Water Conservation: Where We’re At and How to Be Part of the Change
Learn about water resource limitations and challenges for Colorado and Colorado Springs.
5: Walk, Hike, Bike or Putt for MS
Learn about MS (multiple sclerosis), the National MS Society, and some fun ways to support their work.
119: Overcoming Obstacles to Recycling
Learn about a great resource in the Pikes Peak Region to help you recycle many items you can’t just toss into curbside recycling.
Plasma – A Promising Energy Source
Could plasma be a promising new source of energy with abundant fuel and no waste?
118: Transition Towns – Community, Resilience, Independence, and Permaculture
The Transition Town grassroots movement is a way you can impact your own neighborhood.
117 Sustainability in Progress: City of Fountain Sustainability Update
Katie Helm, Conservation and Sustainability Program Manager for the City of Fountain, provides an update on the city’s sustainability efforts.
Temple Grandin – Community Leader Making a Difference
We chat with Dr. Temple Grandin, Love the League 2024 Honoree, an advocate for early education intervention to address autism and support teachers.
Lindy Conter – Community Leader Making a Difference
We chat with Lindy Conter, Love the League 2024 Honoree, CPCD-Head Start Board Member, officer of the Mary Lou Makepeace Foundation and a founder of Pikes Peak Women.
26: Club Spotlight: Live Audience with the Colorado Springs Cycling Club
Meet the Colorado Springs Cycling Club, the longest running cycling club in the Springs.
Love the League 2024
The League of Women Voters is celebrating 104 years of Empowering Voters & Defending Democracy.
116: Sustainability in Progress: Colorado Springs Sustainability Update
Learn about City of Colorado Springs sustainability efforts – from both a strategic and an operational perspective.
Permissive Parents
Parents are supposed to raise a child to be a good, well-rounded person – to teach them respect, honesty and manners.
25: Local Rider Spotlight – Erik Newsholme Race Across America Men’s Winner
Lean in and get ready to be truly inspired! Meet local ultra cyclist Erik Newsholme who won the Race Across America in 2021.
Mary Rosenoff—Community Leader Making a Difference
We chat with Deputy Chief Mary Rosenoff, Love the League 2024 Honoree & Deputy Chief with the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD).
24: Local Bike Shop Spotlight: Old Town Bike Shop
Over the past 48 years, Old Town Bike Shop, located at 426 Tejon Street, has served the Colorado Springs community not just through bike sales and service but as a business leader when it comes to environmental stewardship and giving back to community.
Jennifer Smith —Community Leader Making a Difference
We chat with Jennifer Smith, Love the League 2024 Honoree & Co-Founder & Director of ONEBODY ENT.
115: Plastic Bags Update & Moving Toward Zero Waste: Policy Wins, Advice and Resources
What’s the law on plastic bags and polystyrene cups and take-out containers? What other legislation is in effect or potentially coming soon to move the state toward zero waste?
114: In and Outs of a Permaculture Design Certification
Why might you want to attend a permaculture design certification course offered in our region?
4: Plug In With Jan Martin and Jill Gaebler
Are Jan Martin and Jill Gaebler as “plugged in” to what’s happening in the Pikes Peak region as they were when serving on city council? We try to find out.
23: Coach Spotlight – Matheny Endurance
If you’re looking to take your cycling to the next level in 2024 – whether you’re an amateur or pro, training for fitness or to reach a performance goal – getting a personal coach can help get you there.
3: 2024 Agenda – Part Two
Dave and Judy continue discussion of top issues at the local and regional level for 2024, including passenger rail for the front range, traffic issues, our new mayor, and a rom com in theatres.
2: 2024 Agenda – Part One
Car accidents and aggressive driving, living in the moment, the climate crisis, Gaza and Ukraine, scarcity and abundance, and the 2024 election feature in this discussion of what will dominate conversations in the new year.
113: Poor Richard’s Rubbish Roundup
Richard Skorman shares an environmental vision and a unique community building opportunity that can help with the restoration efforts of our local watershed – creating natural landscapes that everyone can enjoy: Poor Richard’s Rubbish Roundup!
1: A Little Respect
Civility and respect are top of mind in this debut of The Next Us podcast – connecting the community, finding the best in ourselves, and finding our way through 2023 and beyond.
22: Local Bike Shop Spotlight – Ted’s Bicycles
It’s the oldest independently-owned bike shop in Colorado Springs, with a history of not just providing great service, sales and rider support for over 52 years, but of contributing to the community with impacts that reach far beyond the cycling world, to make this city a better place to live for everyone.
21: Ride with Our Tribe
One of the best ways to see and explore a city is by bike and there’s no better way to connect with the cycling community and get to know the local trails than by riding with a local club.
20: Cycling with the Santas
There’s no better way to kick off the holiday season than with a big community bike ride full of cycling Santas!
112: Have Yourself a Low Impact Holiday
Do you approach the holidays mindful of the environmental impact of shopping, gifts and food?
111: Colorado Clean Energy Legislation
Current and upcoming legislation that will impact greenhouse gas emissions, energy efficiency, zero emission vehicles and consumer energy costs.
Manitou Springs Municipal Candidate Forum October 19 2023
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
School District 11 School Board Candidate Forum October 17 2023
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Academy School District 20 Candidate Forum October 16 2023
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
School District 11 Candidate Forum October 12 2023
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Harrison District 2 Candidate Forum 2023
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
School District 49 Candidate Forum October 4 2023
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Manitou Springs School Board Forum September 25 2023
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
110: Permaculture Principles – Part 2 of 2
Continue your deep dive into permaculture principles in the second part of a series hosted by Pikes Peak Permaculture.
33: The Arts Have a Place in Healing Grief – Special Event
Grammy award nominated musician Melanie DeMore will lend her soulful voice to lift the pain of our losses at A Community Gathering of Song and Healing on October 9, 2023
Widefield School Board Candidate Forum 2023
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
Candidate Forum – Manitou Springs Municipal Election 2023
Meet the candidates in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region, with community partners.
109: How to Love the Outdoors: Leave No Trace
Get to know longtime nonprofit Leave No Trace organization, its principles and its programs.
32: Reframing Retirement Series
Learn how the financial, legal, health and even social determinants of retirement can and will impact your future.
108: Permaculture Principles Part 1 of 2
The wonderful experience of beginning to understand how natural systems work in our environment and climate.
107: Denver Public Schools’ Climate Action Plan
Learn how Denver Public Schools’ Climate Action Plan was developed and is being implemented.
19: Where Your Grit Meets the Gravel: Race the Rampart Rager
Ride alongside and experience an epic Colorado gravel challenge like a pro and then party like a local with local riders and race organizers afterward!
106: Sustainability in Progress – How the Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center is Meeting Environmental Challenges
Learn about the environmentally sensitive design and construction of the new Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center and the Living Building Challenge certification process.
105: Connecting Children to Nature with Permaculture
Pikes Peak Permaculture discusses the importance of permaculture education to connect our children to nature, and how impactful it was in a local school.
18: Join the Starlight Spectacular Nighttime Ride in the Garden
From the crazy costumes, to all of the colorfully lighted bicycles, to the sheer joy of being able to bike the Garden of the Gods at night by moonlight, there are so many reasons this ride draws up to 1,5000 riders a year.
104: Sustainability in Progress: Wildfire Mitigation
How homeowners and the community can reduce wildfire risk and prepare for a wildfire event.
103: Permaculture Education in the Pikes Peak Region
Join Pikes Peak Permaculture’s team as we introduce ourselves, permaculture and our mission here in the Pikes Peak region.
102: Community Gardens, Sustainable COS and Westside Community Center
If you’re looking for a place to grow delicious produce this summer, get the scoop here.
17 Join the Bike to Work Day Breakfast & Celebration
What’s not to love with a day that starts out with biking and free breakfast?? Ditch the car and commute by bike on June 28th to get the benefits of this annual Colorado Springs event.
31 Elder Abuse Awareness – Insights and Resources Part 2
June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, and the Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging can link you to, or help you organize, a small group conversation about this topic during the week of June 11.
16 The Next Gen! Junior Cycling in the Springs
If you’re a fan of mountain biking or have kids with that interest, joining a team is a great way to meet and learn from others.
101: Plans for Trails, Open Space and Parks
What does the April ballot success of the Trails and Open Space tax renewal tell us about our community, and how might we use that to address shortfalls in county and city parks funding?
30 Aquaholics Weather 100 Year Storm. On Paddleboards
A father-daughter team share their breathtaking tale of overcoming barriers and aging stereotypes that embody Aging Unbound, the theme for Older Americans Month 2023.
29 Elder Abuse Awareness – Insights and Resources Part 1
What are the ways our elders can be subject to abuse and how can we guard against them?
Sneak Preview: Music You’ll Hear at MeadowGrass Music Festival 2023
Get a taste of what you’ll hear under the sun and stars this Memorial Day weekend in the Black Forest.
A Deeper Connection: MeadowGrass Music Festival 2023
MeadowGrass Music Festival is a great way to start the summer, connect with friends, enjoy community, and include the kids.
57 Mayoral Runoff Candidate Forum – May 2 2023
Learn more about Mayoral Candidates Yemi Mobolade and Wayne Williams in this forum hosted by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region.
100: El Paso County Parks Master Plan
Learn about the 2022 county parks master plan, including updates to future open space and park areas, revisions to trail alignments, and an asset management plan to outline critical needs.
99: Where to Get Great Local Food
CSA’s, community gardens, farmer’s markets and the Hunt or Gather Buying Club are discussed by local food experts and champions, Michele Mukatis and Megan Andreozzi Harris.
28 Help with Medicare Costs
Medicare CAN be expensive, but there are ways to minimize the costs.
98: Building Resilient Community Relationships with Land
Food cultivation, land-based learning in empowering youth, and the central role of farmers as caregivers in our region are essential parts of building resilient community relationships with land.
15 Greccio: A Solution Focused Housing Organization
Learn about valuable housing resources for working families provided by Greccio Housing.
Community Conversation: Domestic Violence
Hear about a multitude of issues related to domestic violence discussed in this March 2023 Community Conversation.
97: RetoolCOS: Modernizing Colorado Springs’ Zoning and Subdivision Policies
How will Colorado Springs’ updated zoning and subdivision ordinance make our community more sustainable and resilient?
55 At-Large City Council Candidate Forum – March 21 2023
Hear the final at-large council candidate forum hosted March 21 by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region and livestreamed by media partner Sixty35 Media.
54 Mayoral Candidate Forum – March 18 2023
Don’t miss the lively discussion as the gloves come off in the final mayoral candidate forum for the Colorado Springs city election.
53 District 3 City Council Candidate Forum – March 16 2023
Who earns your vote for District 3 Colorado Springs City Councilor?
52 Mayoral Candidates Forum – March 13 2023
With 12 candidates running, who deserves your vote for mayor of Colorado Springs?
51 At-Large City Council Candidates March 9 Forum
Hear the candidate forum hosted March 9 by the League of Women Voters of Colorado Springs.
50 Michelle Renee Talarico – D3 City Council Candidate
Learn more about Michelle Renee Talarico, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023
49 Scott Hiller – D3 City Council Candidate
Learn more about Scott Hiller, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
48 Brian Risley – At-Large City Council Candidate
Learn more about Brian Risley, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
47 Roland Rainey – At-Large City Council Candidate
Learn more about Roland Rainey, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
46 David Leinweber – At-Large City Council Candidate
Learn more about David Leinweber, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
45 Gordon Klingenschmitt – At-Large City Council Candidate
Learn more about Jaymen Johnson, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
44 Jaymen Johnson – At-Large City Council Candidate
Learn more about Jaymen Johnson, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
43 Jane Northrup Glenn – At-Large City Council Candidate
Learn more about Jane Northrup Glenn, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
42 Katherine (Kat) Gayle – At-Large City Council Candidate
Learn more about Katherine (Kat) Gayle, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
41 Chineta Davis – At-Large City Council Candidate
Learn more about Chineta Davis, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
40 Lynette Crow-Iverson – At-Large City Council Candidate
Learn more about Lynette Crow-Iverson, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
39 Glenn Carlson – At-Large City Council Candidate
Learn more about Glenn Carlson, candidate for one of three at-large city council positions in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
38 Wayne Williams – Mayoral Candidate
Learn more about Wayne Williams, candidate for mayor in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
37 John Tig Tiegen – Mayoral Candidate
Learn more about John Tig Tiegen, candidate for mayor in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
36 Tom Strand – Mayoral Candidate
Learn more about Tom Strand, candidate for mayor in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
35 Kallan Reece Rodebaugh – Mayoral Candidate
Learn more about Kallan Reece Rodebaugh, candidate for mayor in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
34 Yemi Mobolade – Mayoral Candidate
Learn more about Yemi Mobolade, candidate for mayor in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
33 Christopher Mitchell – Mayoral Candidate
Learn more about Christopher Mitchell, candidate for mayor in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
32 Lawrence Joseph Martinez – Mayoral Candidate
Learn more about Lawrence Joseph Martinez, candidate for mayor in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
31 Longinos Gonzalez Jr. – Mayoral Candidate
Learn more about Longinos Gonzalez Jr., candidate for mayor in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
30 Daryl Glenn – Mayoral Candidate
Learn more about Daryl Glenn, candidate for mayor in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.
29 Andrew Dalby – Mayoral Candidate
Learn more about Andrew Dalby, candidate for mayor in the April 4, 2023 Colorado Springs city election.