Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Literary events begin today in Colorado Springs with book-signings at Covered Treasures Bookstore and a witchy book evening at The Enchanted Fox on Thursday, Oct.

22, while visitors explore a Stroll a Story page hunt in Old Colorado City and enjoy ongoing library programs.

Between the Sips is a new romance-only bookstore in Monument that opened in August and holds high tea today at 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m.—it also offers book clubs and themed events.

The Consumer Price Index shows inflation rising 3.7% over the past year and gasoline prices up 34.2%.

Tatiana Bailey will discuss these shifts at her State of the Economy event at Garden of the Gods Resort after the Nov. 3 election (tickets are $50).

Twenty years after a near-fatal fall almost claimed her life in Colorado Springs, 22-year-old Jazmyn Holcomb will graduate Casa Loma College on Nov.

2 and take her board exam to become a radiologic technologist, marking a turning point that transformed her family & sparked her dedication to caring for children.

Colorado Master Gardener shares tips for designing gardens with native plants that attract birds, pollinators and beneficial insects while needing less water, and homeowners can use local guides (including the Colorado Native Plant Society guide) to choose species for rocky soils and year-round beauty.

Avalanche coach Jared Bednar praised rookie forward Svechkov after the team's win against Pittsburgh, noting that his strong defense on the penalty kill helped secure solid play.

The young trio, including Hughes and veteran Schwartz, combined energy and teamwork early in the season (paving the way for more consistent results).

Air Force Falcons trounced UNLV 41-31 on Oct.

17 as sophomore Evan Medders rushed for 152 yards and three touchdowns to fuel the team's fourth consecutive win. Coach Troy Calhoun praised the team's focus (highlighting strong offensive line play) after the game.