Author: Alex Edwards
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Joe’s Crab Shack torn down, making way for new Bank of America branch
The Citadel mall’s east entrance is going to have a new look in the coming months. The old and dilapidated Joe’s Crab Shack, abandoned for several years after quietly closing, has been demolished and last week crews were onsite behind temporary fences shifting dirt and surveying the land as they prepare for construction of a…
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Colorado Springs Chamber, three other organizations announce new small business support series
Four business organizations have announced a partnership designed to connect business owners with resources to start, grow and sustain their businesses. The Colorado Springs Chamber and Economic Development Corporation, Better Business Bureau of Southern Colorado, the Small Business Development Center and Exponential Impact will partner to bring a series of rotating network events to the…
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New soul food restaurant moves into former Hooters at The Citadel
There’s a new soul food spot in town, and it’s calling a familiar place home. Located in The Citadel mall’s former Hooters restaurant, Stix and Soul is doing business with the mantra of “our soul ain’t served, it’s shared.” The restaurant features six pool tables and offers tasty Southern food options, according to its Facebook…
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Historic Cliff House hotel has new owner
The Cliff House at Pikes Peak, the oldest hotel in Colorado, has a new owner. The hotel, first known as The Inn when it opened in 1874, was previously owned by California real estate developer Jim Morley, who bought the property in 1981. The hotel was shut down and sat vacant for several years after…
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War with Iran causes pain at the pump for Colorado Springs, state
As the war with Iran stretched into its 12th day, the average price for a gallon of gasoline in Colorado Springs climbed further. Since last week, the price per gallon has increased 53 cents, according to AAA. A gallon of gas averaged $3.57 in Colorado Springs on Tuesday, up from last week’s average of $3.04.…
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Dallas hotelier buys iconic Manitou Springs hotel, plans renovations
The Cliff House at Pikes Peak, the oldest hotel in Colorado, has a new owner. The Manitou Springs hotel was first known as The Inn when it opened in 1874. Among recent owners was California real estate developer Jim Morley, who bought the property in 1981. The hotel was shut down and sat vacant for…
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Josh and John’s Ice Cream to open its first drive-thru in Colorado Springs
One of Colorado Springs’ favorite ice cream shops is growing again – with a twist. Josh and John’s announced on Wednesday night on social media that the company will open its first drive-thru. The concept has been one that owner and co-founder John Krakauer has long wanted to explore, he said Friday. Initially, he’d been…
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Visit Colorado Springs leader Doug Price will retire at the end of the year
Doug Price, who has led Visit Colorado Springs for 16 years, announced Thursday that he will retire at the end of this year. His announcement came during the annual Visit COS luncheon, a gathering of tourism leaders and organizations in the city and a forum for Visit COS and other agencies to celebrate their wins.…
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Jump around: ‘Next-generation’ adventure park lands at former Colorado Springs trampoline facility
Less than one year after Springs Adventure Park closed its doors and sold everything, a new trampoline park is opening in the same spot. Elevate, a national brand of trampoline parks, will open its 15th trampoline gym in Colorado Springs. This is the first Elevate location in Colorado. It will open in late March at…
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Pikes Peak Regional Airshow returns; tickets on sale now
Tickets for the 2026 Pikes Peak Regional Airshow are on sale now. It will feature the U.S. Air Force Wings of Blue parachute team, the F-35 demonstration team, aircraft from the National Museum of World War II Aviation and more. A full list may be viewed online though performances are subject to change. The airshow…