Inside COS Town Tidings Issue #24-010

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🌤 COS Weather - Mild with slightly windy conditions

🔦 Spotlight: ☕From Baristas to Business Owners: The Journey of Humble Coffee

📰 El Paso County Approves $491.6M 2024 Budget 💰

📰 11% Savings! Colorado Springs Beats the Chill 🌡️ 

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📆 Local Events - updated daily

Wellness: 🍋 Sip, Stretch, & Strengthen: Morning Energizers 

What's a barista's favorite exercise?
👉 The coffee 'press' 🤣

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☕️ Upgrade Your Coffee Game with Humble

✨ Discover Humble Exclusives: Unique coffee creations you won't find anywhere else

At Humble Coffee, every cup tells a story of passion and precision. After falling in love with coffee culture and diving deep into the art of roasting, owner Ben Campeau transformed from retirement planner to coffee artisan. Today, he leads a team of skilled baristas who craft each drink with remarkable attention to detail, driven by a mission to deliver exceptional quality and service to every customer who chooses Humble Coffee.

"What keeps us going is the tremendous support from our customers," Ben shares with genuine warmth. "They become part of our Humble family, and that's what makes every day special."

Fresh off their 11th anniversary celebration this February, Humble Coffee stands out for their in-house roasting program and signature white espresso – a unique roasting process that creates a mellow, nutty flavor profile reminiscent of peanut butter. This distinctive base allows their creative drinks to shine, from the popular Debonair (a peanut butter mocha) to the intriguing Poker (a blackberry white chocolate latte).

Part of Humble's charm lies in their uniquely named drinks, each crafted and named by their talented baristas – a testament to their creative freedom and ownership in the business. Behind every drink is a commitment to premium coffee beans, carefully selected from sustainable farms and roasted in small batches for peak freshness and flavor. Plus don't miss their monthly collectible stickers!

Exclusive: ONLY for COS Town Tidings Subscribers: Mention this article for a FREE size upgrade or extra shot, on any beverage.

Locations:

• Drive-thru: 434 W Fillmore St

• Drive-thru: 4797 Barnes Rd at Oro Blanco

• Café & Roastery: 80 S Cascade Ave (Antlers Hotel)

Social Media: Facebook

Looking to upgrade your office coffee? Humble Coffee offers wholesale solutions with delivery options. Contact Ben to discuss bringing their exceptional coffee to your workplace.

💰 El Paso County Approves $491.6M 2024 Budget  

El Paso County Commissioners approve the 2024 budget, focusing on fiscal responsibility and enhanced public services. The $491.6 million budget emphasizes road infrastructure, public safety, and veteran services, with a substantial TABOR refund for residents. Despite a unique delay in the budgeting process, the county remains committed to financial efficiency.

Residents can anticipate a $31.7 million TABOR refund, resulting in a $134 credit on property tax bills for approximately 236,000 residential properties. A reduced mill levy of 7.192 mills signifies a significant property tax reduction.

🌡️ 11% Savings! Colorado Springs Beats the Chill

Colorado Springs City Council approves a decrease in natural gas costs, saving customers an average of $6.42 on their bills. However, base rates have increased to cover utility system costs. The decrease is attributed to lower-than-expected natural gas prices due to a warmer winter. This marks the third gas cost adjustment rate decrease in a year, making bills in Colorado Springs 11% lower than other front-range municipalities.

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📆Upcoming COS Area Events

• Jan 10th-14th, 2-5 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Jan 10th, 4-6 PM: Plant Exchange Party! @Treehouse Cafe, 5965 N Academy Blvd Suite 203 FREE (Bring plant or cuttings to exchange)

• Jan 10th, 6:30-8:30 PM: Grow in Love | +Free Glass of Wine-sday! @Painting With A Twist, Downtown $39-$55

• Jan 11th, 6-10 PM: MUSIC BINGO & KARAOKE NIGHT @Notes Bar 13141 Bass Pro Dr FREE

• Jan 11th, 7-9 PM (every Thurs): Trivia Night @Bell Brothers Brewing 114 N Tejon St #100 FREE

• Jan 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th (every Fri & Sat in Jan), 3:30 PM: 2.5-Hour Cocktails & Canapés Walking Tour @1 N Tejon St. $79 per person Must be 21+

• Jan 12th, 7:30-10 PM: New Moon Circle for the feminine @Yoga Studio Satya $45

• Jan 13th, 10 AM-5 PM: Songbird Orchids 1 Yr Anniversary Open House, 2204 West Colorado Ave FREE

  • 🔦SPOTLIGHT: Mystery Blooms 🌸: What Julie Wants You to Know!

• Jan 13th, 5-6:30 PM: Yin-Fusion Yoga @Yoga Studio Satya 1581 York Rd $20

• Jan 14th, 10 AM - 2 PM (every Sun): Backyard Market at Park Union @108 W Cimarron St FREE

• Jan 14th, 5-7 PM: Golden Winter | House Pour Included @Painting With a Twist | Powers Blvd $35-$55

🍋 Sip, Stretch, & Strengthen: Morning Energizers

Kick off your day with vibrant energy using these simple, yet effective, routines designed to revitalize your mornings, no matter the weather or schedule. Here are a few ideas, choose ONE that you can fit into your busy morning schedule then build from there over time.

1. Morning Momentum: Start your day with a brisk 10-minute walk around your neighborhood to boost energy and clear your mind before diving into daily activities.

2. Dynamic Stretching: Engage in a short session of dynamic stretching, which involves active movements to stretch and warm up the muscles, like leg swings and arm circles. This can be done even in a small space.

3. High-Energy Playlist: Create a high-energy playlist and spend a few minutes dancing to it. This not only uplifts your mood but also gets your heart rate up and invigorates your body.

4. Power Breakfast: Consume a power breakfast that includes complex carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats to fuel your body. Think oatmeal with nuts and berries or a smoothie with spinach, banana, and almond butter.

5. Hydrate with Lemon Water: Drink a glass of warm lemon water upon waking. Hydration helps kickstart your metabolism, and the lemon provides a refreshing zest that can help wake up your senses.

6. Cold Shower Challenge: If you're up for it, take a quick cold shower. The shock of cold water can increase your heart rate, release endorphins, and jump-start your energy levels.

7. Meditation and Deep Breathing: Spend a few minutes in meditation or deep breathing exercises. This can reduce morning stress and increase oxygen flow to your brain, helping you feel more alert and ready for the day.

8. Mini Workout Routine: Do a short bodyweight workout consisting of exercises like push-ups, squats, and jumping jacks. Even a few minutes can make a significant difference in energy levels.

9. Visualization Exercise: Take a moment to visualize your day and set a positive intention. Visualizing a productive and energetic day can mentally prepare you for what's ahead.

10. Caffeine Kick: If you tolerate caffeine, a small cup of coffee or green tea can provide a quick energy boost. Just be mindful not to overdo it, as too much caffeine can lead to jitters or an afternoon crash.

*Information is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease. Please consult a health care professional, nothing above should be construed as medical advice.

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