COS Town Tidings #24-226

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🤣 Today’s Chuckle

📰 Noise Complaints Pile Up After Opening Weekend 🔊

📰 Your Next Car Purchase: Lemon Law Changes 🚗

📰 9/11 Ceremony Set for Memorial Park in COS 🕊️

🏅 Trivia Challenge: Olympic Secrets-What Did Colorado Springs Offer for Glory?

📆 Local Events

🌦 COS Weather - Warm with isolated PM T-storms

Crime: 🚨 Tragic Loss at UCCS: Professor Stabbed to Death

🏡 Homes for Sale In Colorado Springs

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🔊 Noise Complaints Pile Up After Opening Weekend

According to multiple sources, the Ford Amphitheater’s grand opening weekend, featuring performances by OneRepublic, resulted in over 100 noise complaints from nearby residents. While some found the noise manageable, others were disturbed by the volume levels, even with their homes sealed and fans running.

The city had granted the venue a permit allowing higher noise levels under specific conditions, and sound detection devices are in place to monitor compliance. City officials are now reviewing the data to determine if the venue exceeded the limits. The venue claims it adhered to all noise mitigation commitments, but some residents remain dissatisfied, with a few considering relocating due to the disturbance.

🚗 Your Next Car Purchase: Lemon Law Changes

Ever driven a new car off the lot only to discover it’s a dud? Colorado’s recent Lemon Law changes might be just what you need to protect your purchase. With expanded coverage, more time to act, and clearer refund rules, the state is stepping up to ensure you’re not stuck with a defective vehicle. These updates bring much-needed relief to both personal and small business car buyers. Will these changes make you feel more confident about your next car purchase?

🕊️ 9/11 Ceremony Set for Memorial Park in COS

On September 11, the City of Colorado Springs will host its annual 9/11 Commemoration Ceremony at the Peace Officers’ Memorial in Memorial Park. The event, starting at 10 a.m., will include remarks from Mayor Yemi and a keynote speech by retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Mike Gould, who commanded the Cheyenne Mountain Operations Center during the 2001 attacks. Gould will share his memories of that day and discuss the broader impact of 9/11 on the nation. This annual commemoration, a tradition since 2002, is hosted in rotation by various local entities.

🏅 TRIVIA Olympic Secrets: What Did Colorado Springs Offer for Glory?

The vacancy and availability of Ent Air Force Base played a crucial role in Colorado Springs becoming the home of the U.S. Olympic Committee and Training Center. In 1978, following the Amateur Sports Act, the USOC was looking for a suitable location to establish its headquarters and a training facility for American athletes. Colorado Springs made a compelling offer that set it apart from other contenders:

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TODAY, Tues Aug 13- Wed Aug 14: On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina (7695 N Academy Blvd) will donate 20% of all purchases to Food Trucks Against Homelessness. If you're eating out these days, please consider this location.

• 🌟 Nonprofit Spotlight: 🤝 Sharing Meals, Sharing Hope: Food Trucks Against Homelessness

📆 Local Events

• Aug 13 (every Tues), 11am-1:30pm: Food Truck Tuesday @Pioneers Museum, 215 S. Tejon

• Aug 13-18, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Aug 13, 2-3pm: Homeless Initiative Engagement Session for Businesses @City Admin Bldg, 30 S Nevada, Room 102 FREE please register

• Aug 13, 2:30-4pm: El Paso County Economic Development Community Outreach Event @Fountain Library, 230 S Main St, Fountain FREE

• Aug 14 (every Wed), 9am-2pm: Briargate Farmers Market @7610 North Union

  • → Get some homemade sourdough baked goods 🌟spotlight: 🍞 A Slice of Home: Nature's Start Bread Company Rises in Colorado Springs

• Aug 14 (every Wed), 3-7pm: Colorado Farm and Art Market @Pioneers Museum, 215 S Tejon

• Aug 14, 5-8:30pm: Hillside Gardens Summer Concert Series @Hillside Gardens, 1006 S Institute St $15

  • 🌟Spotlight: 🎵Enjoy Music, Friends, and Scenic Beauty at Hillside Gardens 

• Aug 14, 6-7pm: Informational Public Meeting: Garden of the Gods Waterline Project @Coronado High School D11, 1590 W Fillmore St FREE

• Aug 14, 7-9pm: Waterfall's Glow | Wine Slush & Sweets Incl! @Painting With a Twist, Downtown $39

• Aug 15, 2-3pm (virtual meeting 6-7pm): Homeless Initiative Engagement Session for the Public @City Admin Bldg, 30 S Nevada, Room 102 FREE please register

• Aug 15, 4-7pm (every Thurs through Aug 29): Banning Lewis Ranch market @Vista Park, 8833 Vista Del Pico Dr

• Aug 15, 5-8 PM: 🃏Monthly Charity Cribbage Night @ Colonel Mustard's Sandwich Emporium, 1412 South 21st St $25

• Aug 15, 5:30-7:30pm: Black Forest Summer Jazz Concerts @12530 Black Forest Rd FREE (Last of the season)

• Aug 15 (5:30-7:30), 16-17 (8am-noon): You-Pick Flowers @Venetucci Farm $5 general admission

• Aug 15, 6-7:30pm: Pedal Party @Red Leg Brewing $5-$15

• Aug 15, 7-9pm: BINGO @Lebowski’s Taproom, 3240 Centennial Blvd FREE to attend

• Aug 15, 2-3pm (virtual meeting 6-7pm): Homeless Initiative Engagement Session for the Public @City Admin Bldg, 30 S Nevada, Room 102 FREE please register

• Aug 15, 5-8 PM: 🃏Monthly Charity Cribbage Night @ Colonel Mustard's Sandwich Emporium, 1412 South 21st St $25

• Aug 17, 8am-1pm: The Cheyenne Mountain Run (3.1 Miles, 6.2 Miles or 14 Miles) @Cheyenne Mountain State Park $49-$240

• Aug 17, 7-9pm: Wizard Sock Gnome Craft Party @The Mountain Mercantile, 2616 W Colorado Ave Ste 19 $30 (9 Tickets left)

• Aug 18, 9am-2pm: 21st Annual Benefit Car Show @I-25 Exit 161 Monument West FREE to attend, $35-$40 for car registration

• Sept 20, 7pm: Crystal Gayle @Boot Barn Hall at Bourbon Brothers, 13071 Bass Pro Dr $49-$99

• Sept 28, 11am-6:30pm: Blues On The Mesa @Gold Hill Mesa, 142 S Raven Mine Dr $50

  • 🌟Spotlight: 🎸Uniting Colorado Springs Through Blues with Amy Whitesell

🚨 Tragic Loss at UCCS: Professor Stabbed to Death

University of Colorado Colorado Springs is reeling from the loss of Haleh Abghari, a music professor who was fatally stabbed on Aug 7 in Stetson Hills. Abghari, who had served the university for nearly ten years, was known for her dedication to teaching and her support of students during difficult times, including after a tragic campus shooting earlier this year.

CSPD is investigating the case as a homicide but has yet to make any arrests. They are asking anyone with information to call 719-444-7000 or Crime Stoppers at (719) 634-STOP (7867) or 1-800-222-8477.

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