COS Town Tidings #26-086

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🤣 Today’s Chuckle

📰 Hwy 115 Reopened 🚗

📰 Restaurant Inspections Are In… Some Surprises 🍳

Recipe: 🍓 Strawberry Sweet Rolls with Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

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⛅ COS Weather - Mostly cloudy with AM sprinkles and cooler temps today only

Recreation: 🥾 Red Rock Canyon Never Disappoints

Highway 115 has officially reopened to all traffic as of yesterday afternoon. While this marks an important step toward normalcy, drivers should still expect to see smoke in the area and ongoing activity from fire crews who remain on-site to monitor conditions. Colorado State Patrol will also be present to help manage traffic flow.

Residents are encouraged to drive carefully, avoid stopping along the highway and stay alert for wildlife that may be moving through the area as it returns to familiar ground. The reopening reflects the hard work of first responders and the cooperation of the community during a challenging situation.

👵 From "Too Fragile" To Daily Adventures... with Kristen Nielsen

Every week, El Paso County Public Health releases inspection reports for local restaurants. Most businesses pass with few issues, but occasionally a location requires a follow-up visit to correct food safety concerns.

Here's a breakdown of the most recent results:

📍 1712 S Circle Dr
📅 Inspection Date: Mar 19, 2026
📊 Result: CLOSED (13 violations)
Key Concerns:

These restaurants remain open but must correct violations before passing their next inspection.

🥇 Top Scores! Not all inspections bring bad news. Several local restaurants passed with minimal or no issues, showing strong food safety practices.

Now for some good news…these local spots are doing things right 👏

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.

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Beautiful, fluffy, filled with fresh strawberries and topped with a perfectly sweet, homemade strawberry cream cheese frosting. These strawberry rolls are a fun, spring take and would make an incredible brunch treat for Easter, Mother’s Day, birthdays, and more!

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Red Rock Canyon Open Space is one of those classic Colorado Springs spots that’s easy to revisit again and again. Located just off Hwy 24, the open space offers a range of trails from easy to more challenging, making it a great option for hikers, dog owners, mountain bikers and anyone craving a quick outdoor reset.

Visitors can enjoy sweeping views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range, along with convenient amenities like parking, portable restrooms, picnic space and fenced off-leash dog loops. With access to connected trails and a variety of terrain to explore, it’s a simple, free way to spend a little time outside and soak in some of the best scenery on the west side.

Location: 3550 W High St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, located along Highway 24.

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