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Ladies Day Out
Ladies, these last two years haven’t been the easiest. For some of us, we’ve temporarily abandoned our favorite self-care habits; whether they were soothing massages or even an hour of pampering at...
Pikes Peak or Bust
It’s Colorado Springs’ second oldest event behind the Pikes Peak Hill Climb, marking 81 years in 2022. But origins date to 1913 (or 1911, depending on who you ask), when the region’s first known...
Like Father, Like Son
My parents first took me skiing when we moved to Salida, Colorado when I was five years old. Though I can still recall the struggle of learning control, it was always overshadowed by the memories...
No Limits in Cripple Creek
Busted!
For many cities and regions, the seemingly endless months of the late and unlamented pandemic meant quiet streets, paused projects, deserted downtowns and dreary Zoom meetings. We had all but one of...
Catering to Coloradans
We found a few quiet moments to sit down with Kathy Drieling, co-owner and president of the Picnic Basket Collective, a.k.a., the Picnic Basket, Cravings and Buffalo Gals catering services. CFG:Â ...
Rails to Trails: Hiking Colorado’s Historic Railways
The history of the United States’ westward expansion cannot be properly told without stressing Colorado’s importance in the development of railroads throughout the Rocky Mountain region. They...
Adopting a Dog Without Reservation
She lies in the sun near the native sandstone surface road in Monument Valley’s Navajo Tribal Park. Tucked into the swarm of her littermate’s legs and tails, she seems content until approached....
A Day in the Life of Old Colorado City
It's 7:45 on a warm Saturday morning. We’re walking our dogs through Old Colorado City. Most of the stores are closed, but the 130-year-old commercial district is coming to life. At Carnelian Coffee...
Buying Art with Altitude, Not Attitude
Strolling down Madison Avenue decades ago, I had an interesting interaction with a mega- snooty Manhattan gallery. An interesting painting caught my eye as I walked by the upscale business, so I...
It’s 4:20… High Tea Time in Colorado!
Green about Green, an introduction of sorts When offered this story by the editor, I immediately thought: “I know nothing about marijuana … or tea.” However, because I’m an anxious “nice guy” with...
Doggone Wolves
There are wolves, dogs, and wolf/dog hybrids – so what’s the difference? There are multiple answers to that simple question; one that has engaged dog lovers, wolf advocates and animal behaviorists...
The Ghosts of Cripple Creek
Cripple Creek, Colorado May 14, 2020.On this warm spring day, Colorado Highway 67--the twisty two-lane mountain road that winds between Divide and Cripple Creek--is deserted, except for a couple of...
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Art Galleries of Colorful Colorado
Upon entering the state from any direction it’s hard to miss the “Welcome to Colorful Colorado” highway signs. Like “aloha” in Hawaii, “Welcome to Colorful Colorado” is our adopted greeting....
An Alpine Stroll Down Broadway
When I turned 17, I bought my first car, a used ’84 Chevy Cavalier coupe, from my dad’s friend in Denver. The wanna-be sporty two-door had a stick though, and when we picked it up, my dad handed me...
Get Out!
There are thousands of trails, parks and recreation areas scattered throughout the Pikes Peak region. After eight decades climbing and hiking throughout this magnificent state, here are ten local...
Community Comfort in Florence, Colorado
I grew up in Florence, Colorado. My parents used to own the town’s old video store when I was young, and if people knew me or my siblings, they could often find us running around the town barefoot,...
Going to Extremes in Colorado:Â The Ultimate Adventure Guide
We're all about extreme here in Colorado. Many people live or come here to visit our lofty mountains, raging rivers, and deep powder snow - all of which, compared to most other places in America,...
Nothing Beats a Burger or Two
(Editor’s note: Many restaurants are observing and enforcing current COVID-19 guidelines. Please call ahead if you need special accommodations or reservations.) Downtown/NearDowntown Bingo Burger...
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