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WATCH: Iconic carousel at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo reopens Thursday

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COLORADO SPRINGS — The iconic carousel at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo made its triumphant return Thursday with a celebration and a new home.

The classic carousel was a gift from Spencer Penrose in 1937 and had been closed for construction.

The carousel is now located near the Grizzly Grill in the Rocky Mountain Wild section of the park.
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James Roland Bishop, builder of Bishop Castle passes away. How the castle he created is carrying on his legacy

Mr. Bishop spent 44 years of his life building the castle. It is now a staple of the state's history and leaves a 180-foot-tall legacy for his family.

James Bishop, creator of Bishop Castle, passes away at 80 years old

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