COS Town Tidings #25-066

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🤣 Today’s Chuckle

📰 New Property Tax Relief—Do You Qualify?💵

📰 Quick Response to Fire Near Wahsatch🚒

📰 From Home Cook to Pro Chef—Free Training👨‍🍳

📅 SAVE THE DATE! 

Recipe: 🍪 Ultimate Copycat Thin Mints

📆 Local Events

🌦 COS Weather - Cooler with PM snow

Recreation: 🥾 Hike the Tracks of History

 What happens when you try to make a clock Spring Forward?

👉It gets ticked off 🤣

Don’t forget to change your clocks this weekend

🍞 Fresh Baked Sourdough breads, pastries 
📍3312 Austin Bluffs (Inside The Cupcake Doctor): M-Sat, 9am-6pm

💵 New Property Tax Relief—Do You Qualify?

A new rebate program is offering financial relief to Colorado Springs seniors and individuals with disabilities struggling with property tax, rent, and heating costs. Eligible applicants can receive up to $1,154 in assistance for 2024 expenses if their income is below $18,704 (individuals) or $25,261 (couples).

Those who apply by Oct 15 may also qualify for a TABOR refund—$177 for single filers and $354 for joint filers. While applications are open through Dec 31, 2026, those who qualify might want to act soon to maximize their benefits.

🌡️ Why Your Neighbors Are Raving About This Local Company
Have questions about your furnace? Call Brandy!

🚒 Quick Response to Fire Near Wahsatch

A fire broke out near a homeless camp at E Fountain and S Wahsatch yesterday around 5:30pm, sending smoke over the south side of city. The CSFD responded quickly, with Engine 1 on the scene, and was able to knock down the flames before they spread further. It’s unclear if anyone was injured or what sparked the fire, but crews acted fast to prevent further danger.

🎯 The Secret to Financial Confidence You Deserve

👨‍🍳 From Home Cook to Pro Chef—Free Training

Love cooking and ready to turn that passion into a career? The Pikes Peak Library District’s free, five-week Food Industry Training program can help you get started! This hands-on course covers essential kitchen skills, from cooking techniques to food safety, and even includes a ServSafe Manager Certification—key for landing a job in the culinary world.

No prior experience is needed, just a desire to grow in the food industry. Classes are held at Library 21c, and spots are limited. If you’re ready to take the next step toward a new career, apply today by March 26!

🤫 Meet The Pain Whisperer: Discover Comfort
Need an alternative to manage your pain?

💡 Local Business Owners, this knowledge drop is for YOU!

Feeling like there's never enough time in the day? Join me, Sandy Zuniga, on Mon, March 24, 1-2pm at Everyday Girl Adventures in Old Colorado City for a FREE, fun, down-to-earth chat about how AI can help!

We'll explore simple, practical tools that may:

• Zap through content creation like magic! 🧙‍♀️

• Automatically connect with customers 24/7 (even while you're catching some zzz's!) 😴

• Give you superpowers (well, almost!) 🦸‍♀️

Come on in, let's explore this together! 👉 Click to RSVP - can't wait to see you there!

🍪 Ultimate Copycat Homemade Thin Mints

Learn how to make copycat Thin Mints at home with this easy recipe! Rich & crunchy mint chocolate cookies dipped in chocolate. Truly the BEST homemade version.

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

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🎉 Events Calendar! (More events including FREE, click above)

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Have an event to share? Add it directly to the calendar. Click image above to access.

📆 Sample Local Events

For more weekend Event, click calendar above

• Mar 7-9, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Mar 7-8: Ice Castles @Cripple Creek $21-$29 (Last 2 Days)

• March 7-16: Lucky Stiff by First Company Theater @First United Methodist Church, 420 N Nevada $5-$18 (Local small theater company, let’s support them!)

• Mar 15, Apr 19, 6:30-8:30pm: Date Night Starlight Safari – Adults Only (21+) @Cheyenne Mountain Zoo $40.75-$55.75

• Mar 22, 7-9pm: Meditation and Music by Healing Wheel Holistic @Cave of the Winds, Manitou Springs $65

• April 4, 7-9pm: Sheena Easton @Phil Long Music Hall $49-$99 (ages 14+)

• April 19, 6-9pm: Murder Mystery, Dirty Money @Great Wolf Lodge, 9494 Federal Dr $64.95 (20 Tickets Available)

🥾 Hike the Tracks of History - Edmondson Trailhead

For an easy hike with a side of history, check out the New Santa Fe Trail from the Edmondson Trailhead! This wide, well-maintained path follows the old Santa Fe rail line, offering a smooth journey with plenty of historical markers.

One of the most intriguing stories? A 1909 train collision that claimed nine lives near the trail. The route runs north toward Palmer Lake, climbing about 1,200 feet along the way.

While access through the Air Force Academy remains closed, this year-round trail is still a great option for a relaxed, scenic outing—dogs on leash welcome!

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