PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE — The Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Base station will be conducting prescribed burns from Sunday, December 8 through Friday, December 13.
The burns will begin at 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. each day.
Residents of the area could see some light smoke from the area, and should not call 911 or contact the fire department.
CMSFS officials say that the burns are in a controlled environment with several safety protocols in place.
The purpose of the burns is to "reduce overall vegetative fuel load within native areas and improve overall forest health and resiliency."
If you'd like more information, or if you have concerns, contact the Space Base Delta 1 Public Affairs Office at (719)556-5185.
A 75-Year Tradition Has New Owners and a New Season
The Mesa Drive-In in Pueblo is celebrating its 75th season with new owners at the helm. The couple, who had their first date at a drive-in, are kicking off the new season tonight with a double feature on each of their two screens.
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