Why is it called Pikes Peak? The history behind the name
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) Every year locals and tourists flock to Pikes Peak to enjoy the mountain air and climb (or drive) up one of the more difficult 14ers in Colorado. But do you know the full story behind why it s called Pikes Peak?
It s believed that Pikes Peak is named after 19th-century explorer Zebulon Montgomery Pike, however, he wasn t the first one to name the mountain.
He might ve been the first white American explorer in the area to document his journey, but long before he ever set foot on the mountain, the Ute People called it Tavakiev or Sun Mountain.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife returned five orphaned black bear cubs to the wild Jan 27. The cubs were “denned” on Pikes Peak, where CPW had built two artificial habitats. Once
Black History Month events in Colorado Springs and Pueblo
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For the past 45 years in February, our nation has celebrated the achievements of African Americans and their unmatched influence in U.S. history.
Posted at 2:47 PM, Feb 02, 2021
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COLORADO SPRINGS â It s Black History Month. It is an annual celebration during the entire month of February that recognizes African-Americans central role in U.S. history. According to History.com, the event originated from Negro History Week created by Carter G. Woodsen and other prominent Black figures in 1915.
Since 1976, every American President has designated February as Black History Month, each one with a specific theme. This year, Black History Month will highlight Black family representation, identity, and diversity.
Pikes Peak Library District hosts Winter Adult Reading Program
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) The Pikes Peak Library District is hosting its annual Winter Adult Reading Program, starting February.
The program, which runs from Feb. 1 through March 31, is free and for anyone 18 and older. This year s theme is Tails and Tales.
“Each year, Library staff present a great adult-focused program to encourage lifelong learning,” said Amy Rodda, Director of Adult Services for PPLD. “We did make modifications this year due to COVID-19, so all events will be virtual and patrons can get take and make kits from their favorite library for at-home projects.”
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