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The School Buzz: Mesa Ridge HS students use engineering skills to create toddler pull toys

7:40 AM

Students at Mesa Ridge High School teamed up for a neat engineering project that ended with the creation of unique toddler pull toys. The toys were Disney-themed, many decorated with “Alice in Wonderland” characters. The designs came from the school’s drawing classes where students created the blueprint for each toy. Then students from the school’s Principles of

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The School Buzz: D8 school’s ‘Leaving To Learn’ curriculum gives students look into post-grad careers

11:16 AM

Welte education center is an alternative high school Fountain-Fort Carson District 8. And this year, they’re implementing a new curriculum called “Big Picture Learning.” More specifically, a portion of that curriculum is called “Leaving To Learn.” And it may be helping students get a much better idea on which career to pursue.   Welte school leaders say

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Warrant issued for motorcyclist after video of 20-minute drive from Colorado Springs to Denver

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Editors Note: A previous article incorrectly stated that the suspected driver had been arrested. Law enforcement has not arrested the suspect at this time; a warrant is issued for his arrest. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – The Colorado State Patrol (CSP), in conjunction with the Dallas Police Department and the El Paso County District Attorney’s

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The School Buzz: Fountain Valley School’s ‘Food Rescue Program’ carries on tradition of helping volunteers

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One former high school student’s mission to reduce food waste is still creating change at Fountain Valley School .      Students at the private school, in Colorado Springs, have come together to raise awareness for the school’s Food Rescue Program, which is in collaboration with Connections 4 Life Pantry.   The work starts on campus.

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Councilwoman: Downtown Colorado Springs retail businesses struggling, more public support needed

12:37 PM

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — During a work session Monday, Councilwoman Michelle Talarico expressed concern about the success of retail businesses in the downtown area. KRDO “A lot of the businesses downtown that are retail-oriented are continuing to hurt,” said Talarico, a businesswoman herself. “I, too, am a victim of pushing my Amazon button. However,

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Section of South Academy Boulevard in Colorado Springs reopens after deadly crash Monday

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COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – Northbound and southbound Academy Boulevard near the Milton E. Proby Parkway ramp reopened late Monday afternoon after a fatal accident. Two vehicles were involved and it was a head-on collision, according to police, with the drivers traveling in opposite directions. KRDO The CSPD’s Major Crash Team is investigating the accident,

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