COS Town Tidings #25-009

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🤣 Today’s Chuckle

📰 Lessons from California’s Wildfires for Us🔥

📰 Landlords Under Fire for Rent Collusion⚖️

📰 Swift Hazmat Response at Circle K⛽

🏡 Home and Living: 🌡 Brandy’s Quick Tip Video

Recipe: 🥣 Broccoli Cheese Soup

📆 Local Events

🚨 Crime: Tactical Team Responded to Bijou Incident

🌦 COS Weather - Windy, cold and light snow (flurries in South COS up to 2" North COS)

 Why don’t snowflakes get along?

👉They’re too flakey 🤣

🔥 Lessons from California’s Wildfires for Us

The current and devastating Southern California’s destructive wildfires, fueled by high winds and dry conditions, echo the potential risks faced by Colorado Springs due to its proximity to wildland.

While recent snow has reduced the immediate danger here, strong winds could carry embers into densely populated areas during a wildfire. Deputy Fire Chief Wilch, with experience in both regions, warns that preparation is essential. The CSFD offers site-specific advice to homeowners on reducing fire hazards. Acting now, while the fire risk is low, is the best way to protect homes and neighborhoods. Full Story

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⚖️ Landlords Under Fire for Rent Collusion

Renters in Colorado Springs may find this surprising: according to KRDO, a lawsuit accuses several large landlords of colluding to set rental prices using shared data and pricing algorithms. Properties like Cortland Grand River and Vue21 are named in the case, which alleges these landlords worked together to raise rents through coordinated "call-arounds" and data sharing. 

This legal challenge, involving the Attorney General and Justice Department, could have far-reaching implications for renters and housing fairness in Colorado Springs. Full Story

🤫 Meet The Pain Whisperer - Amy Cook-Porter

⛽ Swift Hazmat Response at Circle K

A small gas leak at the Circle K on South Rockrimmon drew a Hazmat response from the Colorado Springs Fire Department on last night around 6:30pm. The leak, involving less than five gallons, was promptly contained, allowing the station to reopen by 7pm. The swift response ensured minimal disruption and reassured the community of their safety. Full Story

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🌡 Brandy's Quick Tip You Should Know! Play Video above 👆

🥣 Broccoli Cheese Soup

With the chilly weather, I thought we might need a recipe that will “warm the belly” as my husband would say. Here is a broccoli cheddar soup recipe that is so satisfying! It’s loaded with fresh broccoli, and creamy thanks to a potato and cheddar cheese (no cream, no flour!)

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

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🎉 New Events Calendar!

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📆 Local Events

• Jan 9-31: Skate in the Park @Acacia Park $13

• Jan 9-12, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Jan 9-Feb 23: Ice Castles @Cripple Creek $21-$29

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

• Jan 10, 4-6pm: Beginning Sewing/Lotus Pillow Class @Vestina Vintage Studios, 1704 W Colorado Ave $25

  • —>🧵 Unleash Your Inner Designer With Jessica

• Jan 11, 4-6pm: Beginners Knitting @Who Gives A SCRAP, 810 Arcturus Dr $25 (1 Spots Left)

• Jan 11 (7pm), 12 (2:30pm): Mozart's Requiem @First United Methodist Church, 420 N Nevada $35

• Jan 11, 7pm: Oxymorons Improv Comedy Show - Cheers AFTER the New Year @Peak Improv Theater, 3440 N Carefree $15

• Jan 17 (6pm), 18-19 (1 & 6pm): Starz Theater Company presents Peter Pan @Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS $22-$30

• Jan 18, 10am-Noon: Tamale Making Class @Lebowski’s Taproom, 3240 Centennial Blvd $45

• Feb 9, 3-5pm: Taking Care of the Givers @Yoga Studio Satya 1581 York Rd $20

• Feb 14, 7-10pm: Murder Mystery, A Noteworthy Crime (Holiday Show) @Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr $69.95 (20 Ticket Left)

🚨 Tactical Team Responded to Bijou Incident

A shooting early yesterday morning near East Bijou left a man injured and sparked an intense police investigation. Officers discovered the victim in a parking lot and followed leads to a nearby residence, prompting a tactical team response. Several individuals at the house were briefly detained, and the investigation is now being led by the Assault Unit and Armed Violent Offender team. The victim was taken to the hospital as police continued to search for suspect information. Full Story

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