Tag: emma crawford coffin races
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Coffin Races are on after Manitou Springs settles security
Manitou Springs’ annual October coffin races are still on this year after city councilmembers settled some of their security concerns over the popular event. “There’s more conversations to be had,” said Councilwoman Judith Chandler at a Juna 9 workshop on the issue. The Emma Crawford Coffin Races, organized by Visit Manitou Springs, attracts over 10,000…
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Coffin Races are on after Manitou Springs settles security
Manitou Springs’ annual October coffin races are still on this year after city councilmembers settled some of their security concerns over the popular event. “There’s more conversations to be had,” said Councilwoman Judith Chandler at a Juna 9 workshop on the issue. The Emma Crawford Coffin Races, organized by Visit Manitou Springs, attracts over 10,000…
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Manitou Springs Coffin Races in jeopardy due to security concerns
The Emma Crawford Coffin Races, a 30-year tradition in Manitou Springs that draws thousands in October, might be a victim of its own popularity this year. Some Manitou Springs City Council members suggested pausing the event at a meeting earlier this month due to concerns about its growing size and local law enforcement’s ability to…
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Manitou Springs Coffin Races in jeopardy due to security concerns
The Emma Crawford Coffin Races, a 30-year tradition in Manitou Springs that draws thousands in October, might be a victim of its own popularity this year. Some Manitou Springs City Council members suggested pausing the event at a meeting earlier this month due to concerns about its growing size and local law enforcement’s ability to…
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31st annual Emma Crawford Coffin Races: Road closures, parking tips, start times
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Manitou Springs is set to host the 31st annual Emma Crawford Coffin Races on Saturday with numerous road closures and detours in place. City officials advise motorists to avoid driving through downtown Manitou Springs between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. due to the traffic impacts, according to a news release by the city Tuesday. From…