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Hey Colorado Springs, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Push to rebuild recycling trust, Pikes Peak Snow Run exhibit, and Rattlesnakesss program + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Colorado Springs protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Push to rebuild recycling trust: Colorado Springs has set a goal to boost recycling to 37 percent by 2045, backed by a 2022 law that covers costs and lets residents recycle without extra fees — learn how the plan works.
Entrepreneur support advances: Lawmakers consider HB26-1003 to shift $5 million from CLIMBER Loan Program to Colorado Startup Loan Fund, after House approval, heading to the Senate, potentially helping Colorado Springs small businesses — read the full story.
Uncover a rugged race legacy: Manitou Springs Heritage Museum will debut an exhibit soon on the Pikes Peak Snow Run, spanning 1938 to 1982, with Bob Jackson photographs and an interview with motorcyclist Bill Brokaw — get event and exhibit details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Fresh pasta, proper vibes: When the carb craving hits, Ristorante del Lago answers with silky house-made pasta, wood-fired comfort, and an easy-on-the-eyes Cheyenne Lake view. Ideal for a low-key date or a solo treat… and yes, save room for gelato.
Where retro meets now: Leechpit Records & Vintage stocks throwback jackets, band tees, lived-in denim, and bins of vinyl to soundtrack your closet clean-out. Skip the scrolling; the racks do the hunting while you browse, finding pieces with history and attitude that hit just right.
Frosty reset, anyone? Goosebumps Cryotherapy slots into your week with three-minute full-body chills, quick spot sessions, and a cozy post-freeze robe before you’re back at it. When soreness, stress, or sleep go sideways, the NEO Luna Duo chamber and a friendly crew make the cold surprisingly inviting.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
📖 Story Walk @ Panorama Park | Tuesday (3/3) at 10:00 AM – Panorama Park is turning storytime into a stroll, with an interactive tale and hands-on activities tucked along the path. It’s free, perfect for young kids with a caregiver, and blessedly screen-free. Think fresh air, sneaky reading practice, and a nice nap later.
🐍 Rattlesnakesss @ Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center | Wednesday (3/4) at 3:00 PM – Side-eye every rustle on the trail? This free indoor program gives rattlesnakes their fair shake with hands-on demos, no live animals, in the Red Rocks Room on the second floor of Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center. Knowledge beats jump scares.
🖼 Spring Exhibitions Opening Celebration @ Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College | Friday (3/6) at 5:00 PM – First Friday at the Fine Arts Center means two new shows, free gallery roaming, and the smug joy of being cultured without trying. Hear from artist Ana María Hernando and curator Josh T Franco, catch CC’s Bluegrass Ensemble, refuel with food and drinks. RSVP, obviously.
🃏 Pikes Peak Card Show @ Norris Penrose Event Center | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Southern Colorado’s longest running card and collectibles show takes over The Extension at Norris Penrose with 100+ tables of sports cards, Pokemon, Magic, Funko, and more, all primed for buy, sell, or trade. Free admission, free parking, family friendly, and yes, haggling counts as cardio.
🤝 Voluntopia @ Concrete Coyote Community Park | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to trade doomscrolling for dirt under your nails, this is it. Colorado Springs’ Concrete Coyote Community Park needs locals for building, landscaping, plant care, and cleanup, with shifts midweek and Saturdays. School groups, service hours, and do-gooders welcome.
🧩 Jigsaw Puzzle Swap @ Ruth Holley Library | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – If your coffee table is groaning under half-finished jigsaws, bring a gently used puzzle to the library and swap it for a new-to-you challenge. It’s popping up at branches across town, so skip the Facebook roulette, check details at ppld.org/programs, and remember, gently used only.
🥂 Hatch & Gather 1 Year Anniversary @ Hatch & Gather | Saturday (3/7) at 12:00 PM – Think hatch & gather just opened? They’re already one, celebrating with cookies, punch, and giveaways from bags of feed to gift baskets. Swing by, say congrats, and pretend you came for the community, not the prizes.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Colorado Springs report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 57°F – Low: 30°F – Precip: 71%
Rain showers likely after noon. Partly sunny, with a high near 57. North northwest wind 10 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers before 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 30. North northwest wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 63°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 5%
Sunny, with a high near 63. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 37. South southwest wind 0 to 10 mph.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This Western midcentury ranch on nearly an acre inside Kissing Camels spans two lots, including 3395 Mesa Road, and delivers epic views of Pikes Peak. A million-dollar refresh by Art C. Klein Construction pairs a preserved sandstone fireplace with Hardie board-and-batten, a Class 4 roof, and modern systems. A 28-foot NanaWall opens to a corten steel fire pit among pines.
Take a peek inside →
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