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Friday, February 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Garden of the Gods Foundation donates $764,639 to enhance and preserve the Garden of the Gods Park in Colorado Springs, funding projects for 2025 including ecological protection and improved visitor experiences. City of Colorado Springs
- ➤ Mt. Carmel Veterans Service Center, with help from AARP, assists approximately 2,000 service members and veterans in Colorado Springs to simplify the tax filing process. KOAA News5
- ➤ A teenager has been missing for nearly four weeks in Colorado Springs. 11 News
- ➤ Mountain Metropolitan Transportation is hosting a 'Love Your Bus' open house to educate the public on Colorado's state-wide transit options, including Bustang services. KOAA News5
- ➤ Colorado Springs police advise against warming up cars unattended, known as 'puffing,' due to increased risks of theft and potential fines, despite the practice being common in cold temperatures. 11 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A monument in Memorial Park, Colorado Springs, honors the Buffalo Soldiers, all-Black regiments essential in shaping the West and early national park protection, whose story of service and discrimination remains largely untold. 11 News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Colorado Springs residents over 50 are using AARP's comprehensive membership benefits—from travel and restaurant discounts—to valuable resources on retirement planning, caregiving, and social security. Plus, they're getting the world famous AARP Bulletin monthly and award-winning magazine bi-monthly. AARP
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A judge allows Colorado Springs to include a ballot question in April to reconsider voter-approved recreational marijuana sales, mandating clearer wording to avoid confusion. KVOR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Elijah Smith, a Sierra High School graduate, is set to make his Ultimate Fighting Championship debut after earning a contract through a victory in Dana White's Contender Series, aiming to impress in his first fight in Las Vegas. Colorado Springs Gazette
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Galentine's Day Spa Party: Pampering for Friends
The Galentine's Day Spa Party invites participants to enjoy a day of self-care with spa treatments, brunch, and tutorials on skincare in a relaxing environment.
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February PopUp Choir: Singing 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow'
A community choir event open to all singing enthusiasts to practice and perform 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' while benefiting the Colorado Springs Youth Choir.
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Interactive Baby Time Program
An interactive session for babies aged 0-12 months and their caregivers featuring songs, rhymes, and playtime.
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Family Fun Nights at Peterson Library
Each Tuesday evening, families can participate in various STEAM activities designed for all ages with caregiver supervision required.
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Children's Storytime for Ages 3-7
A storytelling session designed for children ages 3-7 and their parents or caregivers featuring engaging stories and sensory accommodations.
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Interwoven Book Club: The Gift for SOF Spouses
This book club for Special Operations Forces spouses focuses on discussing Edith Eger’s 'The Gift' through structured sessions that emphasize self-reflection and personal growth.
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Amanda Perez Live Concert
Amanda Perez will perform live at Sunshine Studios in Colorado Springs.
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Cryptic Writings: A Megadeth Tribute Experience
Cryptic Writings, a Megadeth tribute band, will deliver a setlist featuring tracks from the band's extensive catalog in Colorado Springs.
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Pikes Peak Philharmonic February Concert
The Pikes Peak Philharmonic presents the third concert of their 'Thoughts' season, featuring musical works by Barber, Dvorak, and Shostakovich.
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Baby Time: Interactive Songs, Rhymes, and Stories for Infants
This event offers an interactive experience with songs, rhymes, and stories tailored for babies aged 0-12 months and their caregivers, followed by play and social time.
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