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Hey Colorado Springs, hope your week’s off to a good start! In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Derrick White’s youth camp, simpler downtown parking, and sushi making with Chef Juwanza + lots of fun things to do for free.
Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Security plan advances: Colorado Springs City Council approved first reading to spend $458,000 in marijuana tax funds on security along South Nevada Avenue. A second vote could hire Fidelis to staff six guards -- see the security plan.
Downtown parking gets simpler: Colorado Springs launched the Now You Know parking campaign, installed multispace kiosks on Tejon Street and Colorado Avenue, and added tap, text, ParkMobile, cards, and coins while meter complaints declined -- learn what’s changing downtown.
A hometown summer tradition: NBA guard and former UCCS star Derrick White returned to Colorado Springs for his annual youth camp with Hillside Connection and Mitchell High School, serving more than 175 local kids -- meet Derrick White's camp.
The bill all retirees should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half -- this free comparison tool makes it easy.*
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An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial walk-in-the-door fee to x-rays, surgery, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could save thousands on your next vet bill with Lemonade*. Highlights this week: |
02 — From our sponsor Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC billIf your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest. This one's $150 off right now.* |
03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Banking that knows your name: Minnequa Works Credit Union* has been locally rooted in Southern Colorado since 1937, with five Pueblo-area branches (including the new Pueblo West location and a 24/7 walk-up ATM), competitive rates on autos and home loans, and real people behind every desk. Open the account, refinance what's costing you, and skip the faceless 1-800 for someone who'll remember you.
Craft night, anyone? Meraki Springs in Old Colorado City is a cozy hub for artisan-made gifts, permanent jewelry, and hands-on classes for all ages. Drop in to design a custom silver fingerprint charm, meet local makers, and leave with something one-of-a-kind, maybe a new friend too.
Time to make stuff: When your creative itch gets loud, H. R. Meininger Co. has you covered with acrylics, watercolor paper, sketchbooks, journals and pens that feel way too nice to lend. Grab the perfect brush, canvas, or ink, then actually make something this week.
Craving pristine sushi: Skip the midweek blahs in the Springs with Sushi Mori, where a chef with 30 plus years of experience rolls fresh, artisanal sushi alongside comforting udon, crisp sashimi, and signature bento boxes. Owned by a former military food inspector, they bring precision to takeout and delivery when you want Japan at home.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →
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05 — The event calendar Free events worth checking outFree things to do in the coming days and weeks. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🛠 Build the Coyote - Volunteer Project Day @ Concrete Coyote Community Park | Tuesday (8/4) at 9:00 AM – Skip the treadmill and get real dirt under your nails at Coyote Park’s volunteer day. Whether you’re handy or just rake-curious, there’s building, planting, and cleanup with actual neighbors. It’s feel-good work, fewer meetings, and that smug, wholesome Colorado Springs glow.
🥕 Old Colorado City Farmers Market @ Bancroft Park | Saturday (8/8) at 7:00 AM – Skip the big-box shuffle and wander the Old Colorado City Farmers Market at Bancroft Park, where the peaches are real and the gossip is free. Grab bread, greens, and a bouquet, then linger under the trees, chatting with neighbors and dodging well-behaved dogs.
🚗 Stockers 2nd Saturday Car Show @ Gunther Toody's | Saturday (8/8) at 9:00 AM – Every second Saturday, April through October, the lot by Gunther Toody's turns into a rolling nostalgia museum, no velvet ropes, just chrome, coffee, and friendly bench racing. Free, family friendly, and welcoming to every car or bike, with church-provided parking and plenty of room.
🃏 August 8 & 9 Pikes Peak Card Show @ Norris Penrose Event Center | Saturday (8/8) at 9:00 AM – Southern Colorado's longest running card and collectibles show packs 225 tables into the Event Center at Norris Penrose for buy, sell, and trade. Sports cards, TCGs, Star Wars, Funko Pops, with free admission and parking, so call it family bonding while you relive 1993.
☕ Crochet and Coffee @ Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center | Saturday (8/8) at 9:00 AM – If your yarn stash is judging you, bring it to Garden of the Gods for coffee, stitches, and killer views. Low key circle, bring a project or try a charity make, with Park Guide Jennifer Baldwin Heiny fielding yarn and park questions. Capped at 15.
💦 Splash and Dash Back to School Bash @ Citadel Mall | Saturday (8/8) at 11:00 AM – This free community bash is your annual reminder that back-to-school season can be fun, not just receipts. Water fights, a bounce house, games, music, and cool treats keep the kids busy, while you pick up free school supplies, backpacks, and a little neighborhood goodwill.
🎷 Live Jazz Music ft. Treo @ The Coffee Exchange | Sunday (8/9) at 10:00 AM – Make the second Sunday of the month feel like you planned it. Free live jazz from TRĒO at The Exchange on Tejon, breakfast all day, lunch, and flights of mimosas, coffee, and bloody marys that pair nicely with pretending you always liked the unconventional.
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07 — Colorado Springs report Weather forecastToday — High: 84°F — Low: 57°F — Precip: 30%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Sunny, with a high near 84. East northeast wind 5 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. South wind 5 to 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tomorrow — High: 87°F — Low: 57°F — Precip: 26%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. North northeast wind 0 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before midnight. Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. South southeast wind 0 to 10 mph. This house is wildThis Country French estate in gated Stratton Preserve spans 2.57 private acres backing to Stratton Open Space, with level grounds, towering pines, and Cheyenne Mountain views from nearly every room. Inside, beamed ceilings, heart pine floors, Alder cabinetry, and walls of windows set the tone. A gourmet kitchen, stone fireplace veranda, custom bar, wine cellar, and theater round it out.
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