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Bradley Davis

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) – The Ivywild School parking lot will be lined with classic Volkswagen buses Saturday for Bristol Brewing’s 19th annual “Buses at the Brewery.”

The event lasts from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’s free to show up and peruse the lines of buses. The event is German-themed (like Volkswagen) with footlong brats, strongman stein competitions (holding out beer mugs as long as you can), live music, Oktoberfest-style beer, a tie-dye station and a “cruise to the brewery” with all the buses.

“You get waves. People honk the horn, they give you the salute (the “Shaka” with your thumb and pinky). It’s just a good feeling,” Volkswagen bus owner Michael Gaboriault said.

Gaboriault is a member of the Pikes Peak Air Coolers. His bus looks in near-new condition, while fellow bus owners Eric and Robin Engelmann left the original coloring. Rust in all.

“That was by intention,” Eric said.

The couple found it sitting, rusting away in a field. During their 4-year restoration process, they tracked down the daughter of the original owner.

“{Her} daddy taught her how to drive the bus as soon as she could reach the pedals!” Robin said.

This weekend, she is traveling from Amarillo to see the restored bus (except for the original exterior) at Buses at the Brewery.

“We’re looking forward to her joining our community and the Pikes Peak Air coolers, and it should be an awesome time,” Eric said.

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Scott Harrison

EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — In a rare weekend paving project, crews will resurface Glider Loop, a mile-long, unpaved road that has generated complaints from neighbors over the past year about muddy and slick conditions in wet weather.

From Saturday through at least Monday, the county will place a double chip-seal surface on the road — similar to the treatment on Myers Road earlier this summer.

Crews have made several visits to the road, which is just south of Black Forest, to apply more dirt and re-grade it.

However, some neighbors say that the dirt applied by crews contained too much clay, which absorbed water, instead of sand, which provides better drainage.

One homeowner described the road condition when wet as “slicker than snot.”

While many neighbors would prefer asphalt paving, a chip seal is less expensive and should provide a significant improvement to the road.

In a chip seal, small rocks are spread atop a tar-like substance that binds together and becomes a new surface.

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Mackenzie Stafford

EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) – On Monday, the Fremont County Department of Public Health and Environment announced that two people have died as a result of the West Nile virus.

MORE DETAILS: Two West Nile virus-related deaths confirmed in Fremont County

KRDO13 spoke with El Paso County Public Health (EPCPH) to learn more about West Nile virus and ways you can protect yourself.

“The virus is actually carried by birds. And when mosquitoes feed on infected birds, they carry the virus. And then when they go to bite people, they transmit the virus to us. So people can’t actually transmit the virus to anyone else. There are rare cases of a mother breastfeeding an infant, but I can’t give the virus to you just by walking by. We have to be bitten by an infected mosquito. And that’s why focusing on prevention and preventing mosquito bites is so important,” explained Haley Zachary, Communicable Disease Division Manager at EPCPH.

Zachary explained to KRDO13 ways you can work to prevent getting the disease.

“There is no medication or cure for the virus. And so, really, it’s treating the symptoms. So the best thing to do is to prevent getting the virus in the first place. And that is going to prevent mosquito bites. And so, really using insect repellent is going to be your number one,” Zachary continued, “But also ensuring that you’ve got good screens on your doors and windows to prevent mosquitoes from getting in your home. Most of the mosquitoes that carry West Nile virus are very active during dawn and dusk, so avoiding being outdoors during those times of the day is going to be important. And then lastly, these mosquitoes really like to breed and live in standing water. And so getting rid of any of that standing water around your property, whether that’s a birdbath or puddles, or stagnant pools, all of that is going to help you to limit the amount of mosquitoes on your property.”

Health officials say it’s important to check places for standing water that you might not expect. 

“They breed in kind of natural pools. So that could be a tree stump that could be, you know, your irrigation drain. So really, those tiny, tablespoon-type areas of water are enough for them to breed. So really, emptying out old tires or turning over pots or anything like that is going to help prevent that activity,” shared the Communicable Disease Division Manager at EPCPH.

She recommended using Dunks if you are unable to dump your standing water.

“It’s a safe kind of bacteria that you put in that water that will go ahead and kill the mosquito larvae. But it’s safe for humans and pets,” explained Zachary.

Here are some ways they say you can protect yourself.

Health officials in El Paso County say most people don’t develop symptoms from the virus.

“It’s only about 20% of people that will develop symptoms, and those are going to be flu-like. So you’re going to get a fever, body aches, myalgia and you’re going to be tired. But you’ll get over it and you’ll move on. It’s a very small subset. So about 1% will develop severe illnesses. And most of those people we’re looking at are over the age of 50 or have certain medical conditions that make them more susceptible to severe illness,” said Zachary.

She says it’s important that if you are experiencing symptoms, you should seek medical care.

“If you are experiencing symptoms that are concerning. So, a high fever, a stiff neck, vision issues, things like that. Go to your health care provider, let them know that you’ve been bitten by mosquitoes within the last couple of weeks, and they can kind of help direct your care. And the earlier on in that process that you’re able to seek medical care, often, the better the outcome,” said the Communicable Disease Division Manager at EPCPH.

Lisa Montez is a Colorado West Nile virus survivor who shared her experience with our news partners in Denver from when she was diagnosed in 2022. 

“I was here hanging out with the family, and we decided to go out in the backyard in the evening,” said Montez.

Montez said she was outside for 15 minutes when she got bitten. Out of her group, she said she was the only one who contracted the virus. Montez said her symptoms were mild to start, but her fever and fatigue quickly turned into severe migraines, dizziness and a partial loss of hearing. 

“I could not drive. It was really hard for me to just walk around the house. I could not walk up and down stairs by myself,” explained Montez.

Now, Montez urges others to go to their primary care provider if they were also bitten and are concerned they may have the virus.

West Nile virus data from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) shows that 41 people have been affected by the virus in the state in 2025 as of August 19.

3 of those people have died, according to state data.

You can find the full data report here.

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Celeste Springer

CRIPPLE CREEK, Colo. (KRDO) — An accused thief who walked away with about $76,800 in stolen money from a Cripple Creek casino is now behind bars, according to the Cripple Creek Police Department.

According to police, 26-year-old Andrew Joel Irvine stole the money from J.P. McGill’s Casino early Monday morning. In a press release, the police department did not elaborate on how the alleged theft occurred.

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The police department says Irvine was located and arrested that very same day.

Irvine has been charged with second-degree burglary, criminal attempt to commit theft, and third-degree burglary.

He is currently being held on a $50,000 bond, according to officials.

“This case demonstrates the strength of interagency cooperation,” said Cripple Creek PoliceChief Charles Bright. “We appreciate the support and professionalism of our partners at theColorado Division of Gaming and the Colorado Springs Police Department as we continueworking to resolve this case.”

Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Cripple Creek PoliceDepartment and speak with Sergeant Robert Kible or Detective Sergeant Brandon Blanchard.They can be reached via email at rkible@cripple-creek.co.us or bblanchard@cripplecreek.co.us, or by phone at (719) 689-2655.

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Celeste Springer

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — The Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) says crews were dispatched to a structure fire in the 2600 block of Hagerman Street at 2:20 p.m.

According to the fire department, the fire was on the first floor of the home.

Officials have confirmed that the fire was extinguished at 3:23 p.m.

Colorado Springs Police Department told our crew on scene that four people have been displaced, including four dogs who have all been accounted for, and four cats who have not all been found.

CSPD described the house conditions as a “heavy hoarder” 

This is a breaking news situation, and details are limited. This article may be updated.

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KRDO News

PALMER LAKE, Colo. (KRDO) — A district court judge has rejected an attempt by Integrity Matters to stop Palmer Lake’s upcoming annexation vote on a proposed Buc-ee’s.

The lawsuit, filed earlier this year, accused the town of breaking state annexation rules, the Open Meetings Law, the Colorado Open Records Act, and even constitutional protections when approving annexation eligibility for the Buc-ee’s site.

A court hearing scheduled for Tuesday on whether to block the August 28 vote has been canceled.

The judge didn’t weigh in on whether Palmer Lake actually violated any laws/protections — only that even if the groups’ allegations were true, state law does not allow the court to stop the town board from voting. He also noted that none of the plaintiffs appear to live in or own land in the annexation area, which would prevent them from bringing any legal challenge under state annexation law.

The lawsuit remains open, but this ruling clears the way for trustees to vote on the Buc-ee’s annexation on Aug. 28.

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Scott Harrison

PUEBLO, Colo. — Residents along Saratoga Road in the north side Belmont community are happy to hear that their crumbling street will finally get repaved this season.

But it comes with a heavy price: The removal of 41 trees between the sidewalks and curbs.

“I guess I’d rather have good roads,” said neighbor Duke Wright. “But I hate to see the trees go.”

Chuck Roy, the city’s acting public works director, stated that the trees must be cut down because they have large, deep roots that have already damaged the concrete infrastructure and would undermine a repaving job if left in place.

“You know, I don’t like removing 40 trees,” he said. “I really don’t. And I know that we’ve been in contact — and some of the neighbors have made contact — with groups like Trees Please and our National Arbor Society, to try and get some trees maybe donated, so that people who wanted to, could plant the trees again, obviously on their side of the sidewalk and hopefully not back in that parkway area where in 30 years we have to do this all over again.”

Some neighbors were surprised to learn that the trees are not on their property, but in the city’s right-of-way.

Roy said that a concrete crew will closely follow the tree crew to repair and replace broken concrete as quickly as possible; roots have lifted entire sidewalk sections in many areas.

He added that he hopes the entire project will be finished by the end of September.

Some trees will also be removed on Lexington Road, a block west of Saratoga.

The city is having a late start to its paving season, which normally begins in late spring, for a variety of reasons that will be explained in an upcoming Road Warrior segment.

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Rob Namnoum

When head coach Waymond Jackson took over the Air Academy football team, he had a plan to build his culture, “I wanted the guys to bond, to support one another. You know, it’s bigger than the game of football. So we wanted to make sure that we had guys that we were building their character, not just their athleticism,” says Jackson.

Now entering his second year, it seems his message is being heard loud and clear, “Let me tell you, the energy level between the previous years and then this year is different. I am never been this excited in my life. I feel like this is the most confidence that I’ve had going into a season before,” says Air Academy running back, Jackson Schmadeka.

The change in culture has his playes excited and not just for games, “It’s so much energy. I like playing it because I feel intense and I feel a will to win in practice, says Air Academy safety, Sean Kennedy.

Schmadeka adds, “I mean, I have adrenaline in practice. I’ve never had that before.”

Jackson wants his players to take charge, and they’re doing it, something he learned while coaching in college under Steve Spurrier, “It’s the most player led team that I’ve been a part of, something I’ve learned this year that really helps you build the Brotherhood and really helps you get everybody bought in. Its player led leadership on the team. When I was younger, I didn’t really have leaders. I didn’t look up to anybody that was, you know, above me. And I look up to my coaches as well as my players, even if they’re younger than me,” says Kennedy.

Jackson adds, “When you get tired in football games, it’s hard to struggle when you have that bond like yourself telling you to give up. You don’t want to give up for the next person beside you have to be more than just a football player. You have to make sure you’re developing the person on an iPad under the helmet. You got to make sure that you’re connecting with them and setting them up to be successful in their life.”

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Celeste Springer

FREMONT COUNTY, Colo. (KRDO) — The Fremont County Department of Public Health and Environment says that two people have died as a result of the West Nile virus.

“We are deeply saddened by the two recent West Nile virus–related deaths in our community. This is a reminder of the seriousness of the disease, and I urge everyone to take precautions to protect themselves and their loved ones,” said Paula Buser, public health director.

West Nile virus is typically spread through infected mosquito bites, according to health officials. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says that it is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental United States.

The CDC says that the majority of people infected with the virus don’t feel sick. About 1 in 5 people who are infected develop a fever and other symptoms, and about 1 out of 150 infected people develop a serious, sometimes fatal illness, the CDC says.

“West Nile virus can affect any age group, but people aged 60 years and older and those with certain medical conditions are at greater risk of serious illness,” read a release from the Fremont County Department of Public Health and Environment.

The roughly 1 of 150 people who do develop serious symptoms may experience the following, according to the CDC:

High fever

Headache

Neck stiffness

Stupor

Disorientation

Coma

Tremors

Convulsions

Muscle weakness

Vision loss

Numbness

Paralysis

Recovery from severe illness can take anywhere from several weeks to several months, the CDC says.

The Fremont County Department of Public Health and Environment says that the majority of West Nile virus cases in Colorado occur during the months of August and September. The most effective way to prevent West Nile virus is to avoid mosquito bites.

Here’s how you can protect yourself, according to officials:

• Use effective insect repellant with DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus, or para-menthane-diol when you go outside.

• Limit outdoor activities at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes that spread the virus are most active.

• Wear protective clothing (long pants, long-sleeved shirts, and socks).

• Drain standing water around your house weekly. Treat water that can’t be drained with Bti larvicide.

• Install and repair screens on doors and windows.

For more information on West Nile virus, visit https://cdphe.colorado.gov/…/west…/west-nile-virus-data

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Celeste Springer

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) — A section of Sinton Trail will close on Tuesday as construction begins, according to officials with the City of Colorado Springs.

According to officials, a closure from Holland Park Boulevard to North Chestnut Street will run until October.

A detour will be available via Darby Street and Ellston Street. City of Colorado Springs officials say there will be signs to direct you, and you can check out a detour map by clicking here.

According to the City of Colorado Springs, construction is set to bring new improvements, including:

Removal of degraded asphalt

Replacement of the concrete trail to enhance the trail surface

Removal of overhead hazards (abandoned utilities and waterline)

Grade and drainage improvements

Improvements to accessibility and connectivity

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