Through their selfless service and sacrifice, veterans have played a vital role in shaping U.S. history and upholding its principles. Colorado Springs is one of the most trusted cities for former service members to live, work, and play, with more than 80,000 veterans and 111,000 active service members comprising 17% of the city’s population.   WalletHub […]

NPR Correspondent Tom Wilmer visits with Michelle Winchell, Executive Director of Colorado Spring’s Downtown Ventures & Carrie Simison, Director of Marketing and Communications with Colorado Spring’s Downtown Partnership. Listen to the conversation here.

Correspondent Tom Wilmer visits with Colorado Springs Mayor, Yemi Mobolade. Yemi Mobolade’s blueprint for successful governance is predicated on transparency, accessibility and being proactive as Mayor of Colorado Springs. Central to his mission is building relationships with neighborhoods and community organizations. Of paramount importance to Mobolade is public safety, housing affordability and infrastructure improvements such […]

The Colorado Springs Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (EDC) announced today that Jill Gaebler has been named Executive Director of the Pikes Peak Housing Network (PPHN) effective Wednesday, November 1st, 2023. The position will play a key role in advancing the mission to foster innovative and collaborative solutions that increase housing affordability, attainability, access, and […]

The Colorado Springs Chamber & Economic Development Corporation (EDC) has announced today that Frontier Technology Inc. (FTI), a leading provider of deep data expertise and mission-tailored services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community, has selected Colorado Springs for expansion. Here, FTI will open its secure Operational Research Bridge […]

By Jayne Mhono, Communications Manager Often called “man’s best friend,” dogs have a long history of building close relations and friendships with humans and are naturally inclined to seek attention. The bonds between humans and their four-legged companions demonstrate the dogs’ affection and loyalty toward humans. Without training, this affection and the continued need for […]

October is not only the season to celebrate the uniqueness of every falling leaf, but the individual contributions of hundreds of women entrepreneurs in communities throughout Colorado Springs. The Pikes Peak region is brimming with women-owned enterprises — from production companies to boutique storefronts to resort spas — and each business is a testament to […]

The Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC has awarded the first Trailblazers of Economic Development Award to David Sunderland, Steve Schuck, and posthumously to Bruce Shepard for their visionary strategic plan, created over 50 years ago to affect economic development and establishing the organization that helped bring new businesses to the Pikes Peak region, creating thousands […]

By Jayne Mhono, Communications Manager Indoor skydiving is gaining popularity globally, opening doors to a new generation of athletes, according to the 2022 skydiving industry report. Traditionally, the United States and Europe have held large industry shares with many tunnels dotted across the continents. However, experts point to a rise in tunnel openings in South America, […]

Colorado Springs is not only known for its stunning terrain, but a thriving educational landscape. Whether it’s one of the many school districts that have achieved distinction, higher education institutions like the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS), or robust grant funding that paves the way for tomorrow’s learners, the Pikes Peak region is a […]