Friday: Toasty conditions, with a high of 93 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 94, low: 61.
Sunday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, with a high of 87 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• CSPD, TESSA hosting event Sunday to help families stay safe online (koaa.com) — Families in Colorado Springs can attend a free online-safety workshop this Sunday from 4–7 p.m. at the Ent Center for the Arts on the UCCS campus. CSPD, TESSA, and reps from TikTok and Roblox will explain digital threats like cyberbullying, AI misuse, and sextortion, and share practical tips to help parents protect their kids online.
• The Locos look to stay hot on the road against Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC (cbs4local.com) — Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC host a surging El Paso Locomotive side on Saturday, with kickoff set for 7 p.m. The visitors have won four of their last five, and players say altitude and turf in Colorado Springs will make this a demanding test as both teams push for better USL Championship positioning.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
I love that there are good, caring, and kind people out there. I had such a wonderful thing happen from my last posting. My daughter was gifted a big box of beautiful maternity clothes. I started to cry when I… (Nextdoor Villa Loma)
My sweet boy and friend, whom I've cared for since he was 1 1/2 years old, is now 7. He got out of Jeanne's fence this morning. He lives on Weber between Uintah and Columbia in the Old North End. I love the guy, and we need him back… (Nextdoor Mesa Springs)
Ascend Staffing posted a job opening for Kitting/Shipping I Full-time I Weekends Off in Colorado Springs. Apply here.
Brookdale Hockessin posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Colorado Springs. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Colorado Springs here.
🗞 Nearby News
Manitou Springs
10th Circuit grants immunity to officers for fatal Manitou Springs shooting (gazette.com)
Colorado schools continue math improvements, while reading and writing progress stalls (gazette.com)
Meet El Paso County's new parks director, tasked with top destinations and bold initiatives (gazette.com)
Air Force Academy
First Blue Tape Ceremony connects Guardian selects with Space Force mentors • United States Air Force Academy (usafa.edu)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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