Author: Annabel Meyer
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Wait, wait, wait: Weekend forecast a warning for Colorado Springs gardeners
A stretch of record-breaking warmth this winter and spring may have some Colorado Springs residents tempted to start planting outdoor gardens. Not so fast, say a few experts. Temperatures are expected to dip well below freezing this weekend, a reminder that spring conditions along the Front Range can be unpredictable. Meteorologists warn that warm daytime…
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Custer County commissioner suspected of tax evasion
Bill Canda, a Custer County commissioner, was arrested Friday on suspicion of tax evasion following an investigation by state authorities. Canda turned himself in at the Custer County Sheriff’s Office in Westcliffe, according to a social media post by the Sheriff’s Office. He faces a charge of one count of tax evasion, a class 6…
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Dennis the emu birthday celebration coming to downtown Colorado Springs
Dennis the emu is turning 5 years old, and the beloved flightless bird will soon be celebrated at Acacia Park. The bird has been a source of comfort for owner Billie-Sue Michael since 2021, when she adopted him following the sudden death of her younger brother. Dennis, also known as Dennisaurus-Rex, has spent the past…
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Recreational shooting restrictions in effect due to rising fire danger
Officials are restricting recreational target shooting in the Pike-San Isabel National Forests and the Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands because of dry fuel conditions and persistent fire weather patterns. The order went into in effect Wednesday and runs through 11:59 a.m. Aug. 1, according to a news release from the U.S. Forest Service. The National…
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Timed-entry permits and shuttle tickets for Pikes Peak available
Visitors planning a trip up Pikes Peak can purchase timed-entry permits and shuttle tickets Wednesday to secure their spots on America’s Mountain for the 2026 season. Launching in 2022, the timed-entry system was created to help manage traffic and parking on the summit. “The timed-entry system and shuttle service help ensure visitors have a smoother,…
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Lane closures scheduled on northbound I-25 through Colorado Springs for construction work
Commuters on northbound Interstate 25 through Colorado Springs can expect delays during the next week. I-25 will be reduced to one lane starting at 10 p.m. Tuesday and last through 5 a.m. Wednesday, according to a news release from the Colorado Department of Transportation. All northbound lanes are expected to be open at 6 a.m.…