🧎‍♀️ Senior Flexibility 🚧 Traffic Alerts 📊 Economic Wins 🦟 Miller Moths

4 Min Read | Issue #24-127 5/6/24

COS Town Tidings #24-127

📰 Economic Wins Amid Challenges in Colorado Springs 📊

📰 Miller Moths: Friends or Foes? 🦟

📰 Traffic Alert: Lane Closures & Shifts 🚧

🧎‍♀️ Flexibility for Seniors: Hamstring Stretch

📆 Local Events | 📅 SAVE THE DATE

⛅ COS Weather - Wind gusts and cooler temps

 

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👉 Because his mother was a wafer so long 🤣

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📊 Economic Wins Amid Challenges in Colorado Springs

In Colorado Springs, while job openings have slightly decreased compared to last year, economic development initiatives continue apace. Despite a dip in job growth and an increase in the unemployment rate, recent expansions by companies like Omni Federal and Spectrum Advanced Manufacturing Technologies signal optimism for the region's economic future.

Yet, concerns linger over the impact of high interest rates and sluggish sales tax collections on the local economy. With a large share of the population comprising newcomers, particularly from the military, the city remains an attractive hub for job seekers. While long-term job creation goals are promising, immediate payroll growth has seen a slowdown, prompting a cautious outlook among experts. Read Full Story

🦟 Miller Moths: Friends or Foes?

Miller moths, crucial to Colorado Springs' ecosystem, by pollinating plants and serving as food for numerous animals. These nocturnal pollinators are particularly important for crops and flowers that bloom at night. Anticipated to arrive in late spring, they're attracted to artificial lights, often entering homes inadvertently. Taking measures like reducing outdoor lighting and securing window screens can mitigate indoor encounters. Recognizing their ecological significance fosters harmonious coexistence.

🚧 Traffic Alert: Lane Closures & Shifts

Road work affecting S Academy, US 85/87 and I-25 ramps will lead to closures and lane shifts from May 5 to May 10. Drivers should expect delays and use caution, especially around shortened merge areas. Additional closures and lane shifts will continue as part of ongoing projects.

Traffic Impacts

I-25 between US 85/Fountain (MP 127) and S Academy (MP 135)

  • Mon, May 6 and Tues, May 7, 6 pm to 6 am: Northbound I-25 left lane closure at Mesa Ridge Pkwy (MP 132).

  • Fri, May 10, 7 pm to 9 am: Full closures of westbound and eastbound S Academy at I-25. Use detour route. Re-route traffic on northbound I-25 using S Academy ramps.

South Academy Boulevard Widening Project

  • Sun, May 5, 12 am - Thurs, May 8, 5 pm | Northbound US 85/87 right lane closure under S Academy.

  • Thurs, May 9, 12 pm - May 23, 5 pm | Southbound S Academy off-ramp to US 85/87 lane shift.

  • Ongoing full closure of existing northbound S Academy on-ramp from US 85/87 and shift to temporary on-ramp, in place for approx. 5-6 months

  • Ongoing northbound and southbound left lane closure at S Academy over Bradley Rd

  • Ongoing shift of all lanes on Bradley Rd under S Academy bridge

  • Fountain Creek Regional Trail under S Academy Boulevard will permanently open on Wed, May 8.

🧎‍♀️ Flexibility for Seniors: Hamstring Stretch

This hamstring stretch, specifically designed for older adults, targets the back of the legs, enhancing flexibility and mobility. It's a vital exercise, especially for seniors, aiming to maintain their physical well-being and prevent injuries. Incorporating this stretch into daily routines can promote overall health and vitality.

*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.

 

📆 Local Events

 

🎈 Grand Opening Celebration! 🎉

Join me, Victoria from Nature's Start Bread Company on Saturday, May 11, 2-5 pm as we celebrate the grand opening of our bakery cafe at Five Star Food Stop (4621 Austin Bluffs)! 🥳 We can't wait to share our delicious treats and warm hospitality with you. 💖

Psst... 🤫 We'll also have a soft opening starting TODAY, Mon, May 6, with regular hours Mon-Sat, 6 am - 2 pm. 😉

 

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