COS Town Tidings #24-215

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📰 El Paso County Issues Fire Ban 🚫

📰 Celebrate Colorado's 148th Birthday with Free Park Entry 🎉

📰 Starry Nights at Garden of the Gods 🌌

Recipe: 🍑 Fresh Peach Cobbler

🚨 Missing UPDATE: Located Safely: Juvenile Near Stratton Meadows Area

📆 Local Events

🌦 COS Weather - Hot with Isolated PM T-storms possible

🏅 Olympic Update - Medal Count

With wildfires raging across Colorado and local resources strained, El Paso County has enacted Stage I fire restrictions. These include bans on open burning, fireworks, and certain outdoor activities. Officials stress community compliance to prevent severe penalties and ensure safety. As local crews assist national firefighting efforts, residents are urged to be cautious with outdoor activities. Details of the restrictions are available on the EPSO website including a color coded chart for Stage I and Stage II bans.

In honor of Colorado's 148th birthday, all state parks offer free entry on Monday, August 5. The offer extends throughout August for military personnel and veterans. Meanwhile, Mayor Yemi* reflecting on the city’s history and envisioning a future of continued growth and prosperity. Residents are encouraged to explore the state's 42 parks and reflect on the shared community spirit.

*There appears to be a discrepancy on the Mayor’s letter as it states 153rd birthday. Our calculations show 1876 to 2024 marks 148 years. We have reached out to the Mayor’s office for clarification.

The "dog days" of summer, spanning from July 3 to August 11, derive their name from the star Sirius. Historically linked to extreme heat, this period's timing varies with geographic location and celestial shifts. This August also brings the Perseid Meteor Shower, renowned for its colorful meteors and persistent trails, reaching its peak on August 12. This meteor shower is named after the Perseus constellation due to the apparent origin of the meteors.

For a closer look, the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center will host a FREE star-gazing event on August 11, featuring telescopes, educational activities, and snacks, promising a memorable night under the stars.

Palisade Peaches are at the markets! Use them in this easy to make peach cobbler recipe by local COS chef Christine Miller. It is sweet and sticky, from scratch goodness! Make it ahead of time, and serve it warm with some rich vanilla ice cream for a real crowd pleaser.

Access the complete recipe with tailored modifications to suit your dietary requirements, along with convenient print options.

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Update: according to CSPD, Sophie has been located safely 2 days ago. We appreciate your help spreading the word. Colorado Springs Police Department is seeking community assistance in locating a missing LOCATED SAFELY at-risk juvenile, 13-year-old Sophie Rowe. Last yesterday (8/1/24) near the intersection of Rice Dr and Lynn Ave (Stratton Meadows area) at approximately 2:40 PM. Sophie is not familiar with the area.

Sophie is a Hispanic female, age 13, 5’05”, 120 lbs, and was last seen wearing a baggy black t-shirt, baggy gray sweatpants, and black tennis shoes.

If you have any seen or know of Sophie’s whereabouts, please contact CSPD at 719-444-7000.

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