The great gondola debacle: Colorado Springs’ unrealized dream
Back in the mid-1970s, fueled by a combination of civic pride, questionable engineering, and too much Coors at city council
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How Colorado Springs almost got the Pikes Peak Thunder
Back in the late 1980s, Colorado Springs was this close to landing an NFL franchise: the Pikes Peak Thunder. The
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Roasting 10 local fashion choices in Colorado Springs
1. The “Adventure Bro” Look Uniform: Patagonia puffer vest, cargo shorts (yes, even in winter), and Chacos with socks.Roast: We
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Colorado springs neighborhood spotlight: Cimmaron Hills garage nights
It was late, the kind of late where you wonder if people are at the bar because they’re still trying
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5 dumb government proposals to handle the growing traffic and construction issues in Colorado Springs
1. “Mountain Goat Rideshare Program” To reduce car traffic, the city proposes training mountain goats to carry commuters along scenic
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10 of the most amazing athletes in the history of Colorado Springs
Here are 10 of the most amazing athletes in the history of Colorado Springs, spanning all kinds of sports and
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How to buy an affordable house in Colorado Springs
“I found a house I can afford just outside Colorado Springs…It’s in Gunnison.”
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10 insane laws you might run into in Colorado Springs
Why are these crazy laws still on the books? Here are some insane laws you better watch out for in
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5 defunct Colorado Springs local political parties
Like Austin, Colorado Springs attracts a certain number of “characters.” The local political scene is no exception. Here are five
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Ten Ohio Seasons
I often see social media influencers showing up on Instagram doing interviews with passersby they accost on the street. Then
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The Definitive Review of Colorado Springs’ Ten Most Popular Breakfast Cereals
Lots of people don’t realize the amazing number of breakfast cereals that were invented in Colorado Springs. Here is a
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The Uber Ride That Made Me Quit Driving in Colorado Springs
It was a cold, foggy Tuesday night, the kind that makes the mountains disappear into the clouds. I had just
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10 terrible things travelers do (Please stop)
Travelling has become insufferable. Here are some of my favorite terrible things travelers have done as they attempt to win
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The Great Retirement Migration to the Dakotas
Forget Florida’s sandy beaches and Arizona’s golf cart parades. The new hot spots for retirement? North and South Dakota. Yes,
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New laws in Colorado Springs to take effect next month
Next month, Colorado Springs is set to introduce a slate of new laws. While some municipalities focus on infrastructure or
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