COS Town Tidings #25-241

📖 READ ONLINE

🤣 Today’s Chuckle

📰 Labor Day: What’s Open & Closed in COS🎈

📰 Labor Day Weekend Traffic Alert🚙

📰 Which Restaurants Restaurants Scored Big—And Failed🥇

Recipe: 🍑 Honeyed Peach Cheesecake

📆 Local Events + Free Concerts & Farmers Markets

🌦 COS Weather - Warm temps with possibly heavy PM T-storms

Recreation: 🥾 Love Nature? You’ll Want to Explore Ute Valley Park

Don’t want to be up to date on the latest Colorado Springs news, events, and more with our daily newsletters? Reply to this email with “2-3 Times/Week” and we’ll only send you Wed, Sun and if we have a special issue.

PLEASE DON’T MARK US AS SPAM! This negatively impacts those who DO want to receive this newsletter. Remember, YOU signed up, there’s a link at the bottom to unsubscribe or just reply with “please unsubscribe.”

Just so you know…on Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of Labor Day, most City of Colorado Springs and El Paso County administrative offices will be closed, including courts, libraries, and community centers.

Other closures are post offices, libraries, UPS/FedEx and even Costco.

However, several outdoor attractions will remain open, such as Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, and city golf courses. It’s also the last day of the season for local splash pads and fountains (wow, the season sure did fly by. Seems like they just opened.)

One of the biggest weekend highlights is the 49th annual Labor Day Lift Off* at Memorial Park, offering breathtaking hot air balloon views. Residents are encouraged to check event details and arrive early, as large crowds are expected. *May be affected by weather Sat & Sun

😍 Neighbors Are Raving About This Local Company
Brandy’s Must-Know Tips for a Healthier Home

With summer coming to a close, CDOT is reminding drivers that Labor Day weekend will bring heavier-than-usual traffic, especially on I-70 west of Denver. Construction projects will pause starting today at noon to ease delays, but travel peaks are expected Friday through Monday. The Eisenhower Tunnel could see nearly 190,000 vehicles pass through again this year.

Travelers can check COtrip.org or use CDOT’s apps for real-time updates. Public transit options are available, and safety patrols will be on duty to assist along major corridors. Drive safe, plan ahead, and maybe skip the jam with a shuttle ride instead.

🍞 Fresh Baked Sourdough breads, pastries (New items added)
📍3312 Austin Bluffs (Inside The Cupcake Doctor):
M-Sat, 9am-6pm & Sun, 10am-2pm

As we reported last week, a familiar name is back on the failing list. Camin Thai Cuisine on N Academy has once again failed a health inspection last week—this time with live and dead roaches found near the cook line, personal items stored improperly, and dripping condensation in food containers. Despite not being forced to close, the restaurant voluntarily shut its doors and awaits another re-inspection. Full Story

Several other local spots also fell short, while others earned high praise for their cleanliness and kitchen practices. Here's a quick glance:

Health inspection results across El Paso County are available online for those wanting to check their favorite spots.

*Note: Most local restaurants take food safety incredibly seriously. In fact, many owners respond to violations swiftly and thoroughly, often making fixes the same day while they wait for reinspection.

🎯 The Secret to Financial Confidence You Deserve

Creamy vanilla cheesecake studded with juicy peaches & topped with a sweet honey drizzle. Positively luscious!

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

Will you do us a favor and spread the word? We need your HELP! Please share Colorado Springs Town Tidings

👉Are you on Nextdoor? Share our newsletter there too!

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

Have an event to share? Reply and let me know (include link)

For more weekend Events, click here

*Weather Permitting

Ute Valley Park offers over 500 acres of natural beauty, popular with hikers, bikers, and dog walkers alike. With a variety of trails—from easy walks to technical rides—it’s a go-to spot for outdoor lovers in northwest COS.

The park includes Colorado Springs' first downhill bike trails, Almond Butter and Rattle Rocks, and has grown over the decades through donations and conservation funding. Rich in wildlife and archeological value, Ute Valley Park is not only a haven for recreation but also a protected natural resource, thanks in part to dedicated volunteers.

Due to the weather this weekend you want to head out early. Stay weather aware as your safety comes first.

Location: 1705 Vindicator Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80919 Open 6am-9pm

OWN a local business and would like to be featured? 👇Click below:

✅Own a local Business? Apply

Colorado Springs Town Tidings is for you, our readers. We encourage you to share your news, local hero stories, events, and more! Email us at [email protected]