Teller County

The Cripple Creek & Victor Gold Mining Company in Colorado is celebrating its 50th anniversary, highlighting its role as a major economic driver for Teller County. The company plans to restart public tours in September, employs over 450 people, and generates more than $600 million annually. Gold from the mine is used to cover the dome of the Colorado State Capitol.

Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center is expanding its outreach in Westcliffe and Custer County by reestablishing a 'boots on the ground' presence. The organization has been providing services in El Paso, Teller, Pueblo, Las Animas, Alamosa, and Custer counties for years.

The North American Monsoon brings increased rain, thunderstorms, and localized flooding risks to southern Colorado today, particularly in the Palmer Divide, Teller County, Chaffee County, the San Luis Valley, and near Aspen Acres.

Drought conditions in Park County, Colorado, have led to severe water depletion, affecting wells and ranching operations. Officials and community members, including Park County Commissioner Jason Gemmer and rancher Daniele Garner, highlighted dropping water tables, dry ditches, and the need for emergency solutions as the situation worsens.

Teller County officials expressed disappointment over Colorado Springs' decision to leave the regional El Paso-Teller County 911 Authority, citing financial contributions from the city and ongoing crises like water shortages and fire season. The city claims the move keeps $13 million annually in public safety funds within Colorado Springs.

A new wildfire is burning in Fremont County, specifically south of Guffey, with firefighting crews en route. Multiple wildfires are active in Colorado under Red Flag Warnings, but no evacuations have been ordered. Counties including Custer, El Paso, Fremont, and Teller use Everbridge for emergency alerts.

Southern Colorado faces extreme heat and high fire danger this weekend due to strong winds, low humidity, and triple-digit temperatures. Red Flag Warnings are in effect for most areas west of I-25, with gusts up to 55 mph in mountain regions. Fire weather watches are posted for Fremont and Teller counties, with hot and gusty conditions expected to persist through next week.

A moose attacked a hiker and their dogs on the Lovell Gulch Trail near Woodland Park in Teller County on June 22. Colorado Parks and Wildlife emphasized the importance of safely coexisting with moose in their territory.

A moose attacked a hiker and their dogs on the Lovell Gulch Trail in Teller County, Colorado, prompting Colorado Parks and Wildlife to emphasize safety measures for coexisting with moose. The incident occurred on June 22, and CPW provided reminders about avoiding conflicts with the animals.

The Colorado Springs-area housing market showed increased activity in May with a 10% rise in single-family home sales in El Paso County compared to April. Prices remained stable year-over-year, and homes sold faster, though 44.2% of listings in El Paso County and 37.6% in Teller County saw price reductions. Scott Sufak of the Pikes Peak Association of REALTORS attributed the trends to seasonal factors rather than major market shifts.