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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo set to open expanded space for its herd of celebrated giraffes

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In its 100th anniversary year, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo will have something big to celebrate: a new home for its most celebrated animal. The International Center...

The ongoing great experiment – America at 250

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By The Foundation for a Better Life The date was September 17, 1787. Philadelphia, the largest city in North America, was designed by William Penn...

100 years of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo: A colorful past meets an innovative present

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Ahead of its much-anticipated debut at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, construction continued this spring on a state-of-the-art facility for giraffes, the treasured animal in the zoo’s...

Savvy Senior: How to save on prescription eyeglasses

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By Jim MillerSpecial to The Gazette Dear Savvy Senior, What tips can you recommend for finding affordable prescription eyeglasses? I currently have vision coverage through...

A colorful timeline through Cheyenne Mountain Zoo’s 100 years

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Enjoy a night with the Tabernacle Choir at Hollywood Bowl, without leaving Colorado Springs

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Year-round gardening: Tour of seven gardens in Colorado Springs promises something for everyone

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Mush Love, Tee turns life-long mushroom fascination into Old Colorado City storefront

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This red rock wonderland hides behind a hogback near Denver

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Rarefied air: 8 zip lines to ride in Colorado’s mountains

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El Paso County Kite Festival means high-flying fun this Father’s Day weekend

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The best chicken sandwiches in Colorado Springs: A classic, a hidden gem and elevated twists

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Bringing the islands inland: New festival celebrates Hawaiian and Polynesian culture

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Music festivals, art shows and wine tastings across Colorado

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Stage Stop saddles up in Old Colorado City

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A Facebook post announcing the opening of Stage Stop OCC Bar & Smokehouse in the former Trail’s End Taproom space, 2925 W. Colorado Ave., inspired...

Trail mileage doubling at Baker’s Park, poised to be next mountain biking destination in Colorado

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Trails are expanding as part of a mission to make a mountain biking destination in southwest Colorado. A short ride up from Silverton’s main street,...

Colorado Springs area cooking classes and events starting June 17

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Chefs’ Kitchen — 1753 S. Eighth St. Registration: chefskitchencos.com/events. • Sourdough – Beyond the Loaf: Ladies Night, 5-7:30 p.m. Friday, $105. The French Kitchen — 4771 N....

Savvy Senior: How to use AI safely and protect yourself from scams

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By Jim MillerSpecial to The Gazette Dear Savvy Senior, I keep hearing about AI in the news and how it’s being used in scams. I’m...

As a southern Colorado town evolves, a historic hotel is reborn

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A history of humanitarianism

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Denver’s Transplant Games of America honor organ donors, recipients

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Pikes Pick: Philly has been good to Kurt Vile, and his music has been good to us

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Colorado Springs area wellness events starting June 16

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Pikes Pick: Podcast ‘Dear Shandy’ offers funny, wise advice

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Celebrate Colorado’s 150th birthday at these historic events this summer

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At Pueblo Chemical Depot, Hitler’s Nazi propaganda art was hidden away

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The tallest man in Colorado Springs? We got to know him

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Colorado Springs area literary events starting June 14

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Colorado Springs area nonprofit community fundraising events starting June 14

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JUNE Christmas in July Toy Drive — To benefit Children’s Hospital Colorado-Colorado Springs. Donations of new, unwrapped toys can be dropped off at WireNut locations...

Year-round gardening: It’s not too late for zinnias

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By Fredricka BogardusColorado Master Gardener Zinnias might be at the end of the alphabet, but if you are looking to fill some bare spots in...

Colorado Springs Garden Tour celebrates its 100th featured garden

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For one weekend, the lawns, flower beds and hidden backyard gems that are typically reserved for a household’s usual members become a horticultural sight for...

Colorado Springs area home and garden events starting June 13

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SUNDAY Growing Healing Kitchen Herbs — 3:30-4:30 p.m., Phelan Gardens, 4955 Austin Bluffs Parkway, $18. Registration: phelangardens.com. JUNE 20 AND 27 Sweet Pea Days —...