Author: O’Dell Isaac
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Pikes Pick: Moctezuma’s birria tacos pack a flavorful punch
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By O’Dell Isaac For a savory blend of textures and flavors, check out the birria tacos at Moctezuma Mexican Grill, a food truck that can be found at the corner of Union Boulevard and Vickers Drive. The crispy fried tortilla, slow cooked meat and aromatic spices pack a flavorful punch that will keep taco lovers…
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‘House on Haunted Hill’ a fresh spin on a horror classic
The Funky Little Theater Company is leaning into the spooky season with a modern take on a classic horror film. “The House on Haunted Hill,” a play written by Tommy Jamerson, is an adaptation of the 1959 film starring horror icon Vincent Price. In the movie, Price, who lent his distinctive voice and chilling laugh…
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‘Three Nights of Horror’ film festival offers a weekend of screams, laughs
By O’Dell Isaac Colorado Springs horror movie fans can enjoy an entire weekend of chills, jump-scares and laughs at the 10th annual “Three Nights of Horror” film festival at the Ivywild School auditorium. Presented by the Independent Film Society of Colorado, the popular spookfest promises just about everything a horror fan could want, including classic…
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‘An Intimate Evening with Celtic Thunder’ marks singing ensemble’s return to Colorado Springs
Lovers of Celtic music can enjoy a treat for the eyes and ears on Sunday when Celtic Thunder brings its blend of traditional and original songs to the Pikes Peak Center. “An Intimate Evening with Celtic Thunder” promises an interactive show featuring the ensemble’s greatest hits, visually arresting light effects, choreography and “a reunion with…
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Colorado Springs Science Riot blends STEM with comedy
Science Riot, a Front Range-based nonprofit dedicated to increasing public enthusiasm for science through stand-up comedy, promises an evening of laughing and learning at the Ivywild School Auditorium on Saturday. Billed as a “hilarious, TED talk-style performance,” the comedy show will feature seven scientists, each performing a stand-up routine based on their respective areas of…
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Columbine High School graduate honored as top Navy recruit
By O’Dell Isaac A Colorado native was recently honored as the top graduate of her class at Navy basic training, according to a news release. Airman Apprentice Bailey Burke, a 2025 graduate of Columbine High School, earned the Military Excellence Award, presented by the Navy Club of the United States to the recruit who exemplifies…
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Implant device a ‘game-changer’ for Colorado Springs-area epileptic mom
When explaining to her 3-year-old son about the implanted device that helps control her epileptic seizures, Aly Bukoski compares herself to a robot. “When he is a little older, I’ll explain it in a little more detail,” said Bukoski, a mother of two. “For right now, I tell him that I’m kind of like a…
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Ribbon-cutting ushers in new fitness era at Schriever Space Force Base
By O’Dell Isaac odell.isaac@gazettedev.gazette.com During the State of the Bases address in August, Col. Eric Bogue, commander of Space Base Delta 41, told a collection of military, civic and business leaders that he envisioned a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new, expanded fitness center at Schriever Space Force Base by the end of September. On Thursday,…
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Amateur, pro chefs bring the heat at Chili and Salsa Showdown
By O’Dell Isaac odell.isaac@gazettedev.gazette.com More than 150 professional and home chefs brought the heat on Thursday as they competed for the right to call their chili or salsa the best in Colorado. The Chili and Salsa Showdown, held at the Pueblo Convention Center, was the kickoff event to the 31st annual Chile and Frijoles Festival.…
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Amateur, pro chefs bring the heat at Chili and Salsa Showdown
By O’Dell Isaac odell.isaac@gazettedev.gazette.com More than 150 professional and home chefs brought the heat on Thursday as they competed for the right to call their chili or salsa the best in Colorado. The Chili and Salsa Showdown, held at the Pueblo Convention Center, was the kickoff event to the 31st annual Chile and Frijoles Festival.…