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PPSC student wins coffin race t-shirt design contest
(MANITOU SPRINGS, Colo.) — Voting has ended in the t-shirt design contest for the 30th annual Manitou Springs Emma Crawford Coffin Races, and a student at Pikes Peak State College has been named the winner with his fun and whimsical design. According to the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce, winner Hector Medrano “captured the spirit […]
Go Fish Food Truck closes due to “multitude of factors”
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Local seafood Go Fish Food Truck announced on Thursday, Aug. 22 that it will be closing permanently in two months. Go Fish Food Truck announced via Facebook it would be closing on Oct. 6; citing a “multitude of factors” that ultimately led the owner, Christina Voreadis, to decide to close shop. “There […]
Wild Goose Meeting House announces closure
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — The Wild Goose Meeting House, a popular downtown café and bar, will close its doors in September, a few months shy of its 11th anniversary. The Wild Goose made the announcement on social media on Thursday, Aug. 22, stating that the restaurant would permanently close its doors on Sept. 14. “When we […]
Colorado Springs folk music festival to feature local bands, silent disco, and more
A popular folk music festival is coming back to Colorado Springs, and this year, it's headed to the heart of downtown. Outdoor recreation-focused non-profit UpaDowna's Folk 'N' Flannel Festival and Fundraiser returns on the weekend of September 20 to 21, set to take place at the Meanwhile Block property that's adjacent to Widner Field. This family-friendly all-ages event will feature live music, a silent disco, a scavenger hunt, a petting...
Colorado’s Dog Friendly Cities and Where They Rank in 2024
We love our dogs in Colorado. I know many people who take their dogs with them wherever they go. Whether it's camping, getting a beer, or making a run to the hardware store, their four-legged best friends are happily going with the flow. Colorado is one of those states where...
Popular Coffee Store Opening Three New Colorado Locations
Colorado has plenty of chains it can call home. At the moment, it would seem that the Mediterranean chain, Cava, is absolutely blowing up here in Colorado. There’s also plenty of chains that people want to move here as well, like Publix, Aldi, and White Castle to name a few.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo brings joys of wildlife to seniors
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — A heartwarming story brings together the joys of wildlife with a senior living community. The community of StoneCreek of Flying Horse was treated to a pop-up Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (CMZoo) event on Thursday, Aug. 22. People ranging in age from their 70s to 103 years old were invited to hold or look […]
Ancient Ink Tattoo Studio making its mark in Colorado Springs
(SPONSORED) — Are you thinking about getting a tattoo? Ancient Ink Tattoo Studio in Colorado Springs has you covered!. Whether you’re into traditional designs or something completely custom, their talented artists have the skills to make it happen. Shop owner and tattoo enthusiast Ashley Combstock invited host Krista Witiak to see the recent expansion and learn how they’re making their mark on the locals.
Colorado Springs Comic Con happening Aug. 23-25
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Nerds, geeks, and pop culture fans are descending on the Broadmoor World Arena for Colorado Springs Comic Con, where they can meet celebrities, shop vendors, and connect with fellow fans of their favorite comics, games, movies, and more. The 2024 lineup of celebrity guests includes many of the original voice actors from […]
Foodie Finds: Malaysian Thai Kitchen
(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Ever wondered what happens when the flavors of Malaysian shophouses and the streets of Thailand come together? Visit the Malaysian Thai Kitchen in Colorado Springs, where these flavors are blended into a tasty, one-of-a-kind experience. This week, Krista Witiak from Loving Living Local visits Malaysian Thai...
CPW confirms the next wolves introduced will again be in Northern Colorado
The next group of wolves introduced to Colorado will again be in northern Colorado, like last December when 10 were taken from Oregon and released in Grand and Summit counties. That’s the report to the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission today, Aug. 23, at their meeting in Colorado Springs.
Monument’s first ADA compliant community park opens
MONUMENT, Colo. (KRDO) - Community members are celebrating the opening the Monument's first ADA compliant community park. A ribbon cutting took place on Saturday morning amidst a community celebration for the new space at Trinity Community Park. Members say the playground goes beyond regular guidelines. It is inclusive and accessible...
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