The I-70 Scout & Eastern Colorado News

11/07/2025

On Nov. 11, 2025, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) will offer veterans, active-duty military personnel, and the National Guard free entry into Colorado state parks as a thank you to U.S. military members. Veterans and military members, residents and non-residents, can visit any Colorado state park for free by showing proof of military service. Vehicles displaying a Colorado Disabled Veteran or Purple Heart license plate receive free entry to all state parks year-round....

11/03/2025

The Byers Lady Bulldogs concluded the regular season 10-13 overall and qualified for the state playoffs with the 28th seed. The green-and-white will travel to No. 9-seeded Wiggins on Friday, Nov. 7, for the 2A Region 9 Tournament. The Bulldogs will start off the day with a 2 p.m. match against the host school and turnaround and face off with No....

The Byers Lady Bulldogs concluded the regular season 10-13 overall and qualified for the state playoffs with the 28th seed. The green-and-white will travel to No. 9-seeded Wiggins on Friday, Nov. 7…

11/01/2025

October 31, 2025 – CBI – Manitou Springs, CO – The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Manitou Springs Police Department is asking for the community’s continued assistance in locating a missing woman, Margaret Woolsey. Ms. Woolsey was last heard from on August 3 and was reported missing on the evening of September 23. Her whereabouts remain unknown and concern for her safety continues to grow....

October 31, 2025 – CBI – Manitou Springs, CO – The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Manitou Springs Police Department is asking for the community’s continued assistance in locating a…

10/28/2025

The Bennett Tigers qualified for the state playoffs for only the second time in program history and for the first time since 2008 and will host a first-round game this weekend. The 13th-seeded orange-and-black will host No. 20 Fountain Valley at 1 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 1 at Paul Read Field. The winner will advance to the second round at Forge Christian in Arvada Nov. 5. 2025 Soccer Bracket 2025 Soccer Bracket

The Bennett Tigers qualified for the state playoffs for only the second time in program history and for the first time since 2008 and will host a first-round game this weekend. The 13th-seeded oran…

10/25/2025

he Board received an update on preparations for the April 7, 2026, municipal election, which will include four open trustee seats. Staff outlined plans to begin public notification in December and to host a community engagement event early next year to encourage civic participation and inform residents about running for local office. Updates will be shared on the Town’s website and social media platforms....

he Board received an update on preparations for the April 7, 2026, municipal election, which will include four open trustee seats. Staff outlined plans to begin public notification in December and …

10/24/2025

The Board approved a Change Order with ECI Site Construction Management, for completion of Phase 1 of the Muegge Way project. The developer will fully reimburse the Town for the change order. This phase will create southern access from Civic Center Drive to Town Hall and the new Civic Center Park facilities, ensuring connectivity for the park’s anticipated Spring 2026 opening.

The Board approved a Change Order with ECI Site Construction Management, for completion of Phase 1 of the Muegge Way project. The developer will fully reimburse the Town for the change order. This …

10/23/2025

The Board tabled discussion on the proposed change order for the Wastewater Reclamation Facility Expansion project pending additional input from the project contractor, Aqua Engineering. The change order would authorize installation of four power conditioners to improve power reliability and protect the facility’s new MBR treatment equipment.

The Board tabled discussion on the proposed change order for the Wastewater Reclamation Facility Expansion project pending additional input from the project contractor, Aqua Engineering. The change…

10/22/2025

The Board scheduled a public hearing for November 18, 2025, for the second reading of an ordinance adopting the 2024 International Building Codes and related state-required updates. The ordinance includes adoption of the 2024 ICC code cycle, the Colorado Model Electric and Solar Ready Code and the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code. In line with previous Board direction, the update maintains sprinkler requirements for townhomes while exempting one- and two-family dwellings.

The Board scheduled a public hearing for November 18, 2025, for the second reading of an ordinance adopting the 2024 International Building Codes and related state-required updates. The ordinance i…

10/21/2025

The Board directed staff to move forward with preparations for a potential bond issuance and ballot question for the April 2026 municipal election. The proposed action would refund the Town’s 2016 bonds and issue new debt, supported by the existing 1% sales tax, to fund key road and infrastructure improvements, including Kiowa Bennett Road, Bridge 304 rehabilitation and Marketplace infrastructure upgrades. Next steps include conducting a community survey in November and preparing draft ballot language for future Board consideration.

The Board directed staff to move forward with preparations for a potential bond issuance and ballot question for the April 2026 municipal election. The proposed action would refund the Town’s 2016 …

10/21/2025

After entering the 3A softball postseason as the No. 8 seed, the Strasburg Lady Indians enter this weekend's state tournament seeded seventh and will play No. 10 and Patriot League foe Lyons at 12:15 p.m., Friday, Oct. 24, at Field A3 of the Aurora Sports Complex. With a win, the red-and-black would advance to Friday's quarterfinals at approximately 2:30 p.m. against either second-seeded Eaton or No....

After entering the 3A softball postseason as the No. 8 seed, the Strasburg Lady Indians enter this weekend’s state tournament seeded seventh and will play No. 10 and Patriot League foe Lyons …

10/20/2025

The Board approved staff’s recommendation to proceed with a non-binding Letter of Intent with Rick Mitchell regarding the Mitchell Borrow Pit property, located south of Colfax Avenue and east of Custer Street. This step allows staff to complete additional feasibility and due diligence work toward a potential lease agreement. The site, historically used for mining operations, could serve as a key local source of fill material for Town projects such as the Town Center development and the SH79 Highway Bypass.

The Board approved staff’s recommendation to proceed with a non-binding Letter of Intent with Rick Mitchell regarding the Mitchell Borrow Pit property, located south of Colfax Avenue and east of Cu…

10/19/2025

The Board ratified the appointments of Martin Metsker and Charles Bayley to the BennT Creek Water Authority Board of Directors. The Authority focuses on securing and managing water resources for the Town of Bennett, including groundwater, reuse water and renewable water supplies.

The Board ratified the appointments of Martin Metsker and Charles Bayley to the BennT Creek Water Authority Board of Directors. The Authority focuses on securing and managing water resources for th…