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CASA of the Pikes Peak Region hosts volunteer appreciation event Monday

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COLORADO SPRINGS — People who help children in the court system were honored Monday. A volunteer appreciation event was held by the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of the Pikes Peak Region.

More than 500 volunteers were honored who help out more than 1,400 children who are facing abuse or neglect.

Along with being advocates for children, CASA of the Pikes Peak Region helps with supervised parenting visits and giving free clothes to children.

To learn more or to volunteer, visit CASA of the Pikes Peak Region's website.

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Buc-ee's Clears Crucial First Step in Palmer Lake Thursday

The City of Palmer Lake’s Board of Trustees decided in a 4-1 vote that they are legally able to annex the county land for Buc-ee’s.

Thursday's meeting could determine the future of land near Palmer Lake planned to host BUC-EE's

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