COS Town Tidings #25-079

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📰 Is Your Gas Bill About to Increase? Read This💰

📰 Big Win for Cheyenne Mountain Zoo🦒

📰 Public Can Now Track DNA Case Progress🔎

Recipe: 🍤 30-Minute Shrimp Stir Fry

📆 Local Events | 🛍 DEALS (FREE Offer today)

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💰 Is Your Gas Bill About to Increase? Read This

Colorado Springs Utilities is proposing a gas rate increase to account for higher-than-expected usage during this winter’s extreme cold. To replenish supply for the coming months, CSU says it must buy more natural gas, which could lead to an average increase of about $7 per month for customers if the proposal is approved. The change would take effect in April but will not impact electric rates. Full Story

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🦒 Big Win for Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Our very own, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo has been named the #2 Best Zoo in the US by USA TODAY’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, with its Rocky Mountain Wild exhibit also ranking #2 in the Best Zoo Exhibit category.

Did you know, unlike many other zoos, CMZoo does not receive tax funding, making this recognition a true reflection of the strong community support that keeps it thriving. Every visit, membership, and donation helps maintain excellent animal care, fund improvements, and support conservation efforts. Thanks to our community, this beloved local treasure continues to shine!

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🔎 Public Can Now Track DNA Case Progress

In response to a major forensic misconduct case, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is rolling out a public dashboard to track backlogged DNA evidence and sexual assault kits. This new law, signed by the governor, aims to improve transparency and ensure accountability after a former CBI lab analyst mishandled over 1,000 cases, costing the state millions.

Officials plan to cut the backlog in half within a year and reduce turnaround times to under 90 days by 2027. The dashboard is now live, giving the public real-time updates on case processing. Full Story

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🍤 30-Minute Shrimp Stir Fry

This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes with tender shrimp, fresh veggies, and a flavorful homemade sauce. Serve it over rice for a quick, healthy, and delicious meal!

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

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

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📆 Sample Local Events

• Mar 20-23, 1-4 PM: 3-Hour Original Colorado Springs Food Tour @1 Tejon St $69-$87

• Mar 21-23: Jurassic Quest @Colorado Springs Event Center $29-$47

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

• Apr 5, 11am-5pm: Pikes Peak Chocolate & Cheese Fest @Norris Penrose Event Center $6-$59

• April 11, 7-9pm: The Long Run | Colorado's Tribute to The Eagles @Phil Long Music Hall $39-$59 (age 14+)

• April 12, 7-9pm: The Marshall Tucker Band @Phil Long Music Hall $79-$99 (age 14+)

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

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