🌱 East Las Vegas Street Grass Fire + Local Donation Drive

Hello, neighbors! It's me again, Danielle Fallon, your host of the Colorado Springs Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny; breezy, cooler. High: 59 Low: 42.

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Here are the top three stories today in Colorado Springs:

1. The Colorado Springs Fire Department battled a fast-moving grass fire near East Las Vegas Street. The fire reportedly started Friday afternoon and was contained around 4 p.m. The department reports that several units were dispatched to battle the blaze. The department stated on its Twitter account that the area burned was less than one acre. (FOX21News.com)
2. Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity is hosting a donation drive in celebration of Earth Day. The event will be on Apr. 22 with donations being accepted at the two Colorado Springs ReStores. Last year, the organization was able to save roughly 1,500 tons of material from local landfills and hopes to accomplish the feat again this year. (KRDO)
3. Springs Rescue Mission hosted hundreds during an early Easter dinner on Friday. The event was reportedly held early so mission workers could celebrate Easter with their families. The mission will still be open during the holiday weekend, however. Click the link to learn how to donate or volunteer with Springs Rescue Mission. (KKTV)

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Today in Colorado Springs:

• PARKING LOT-CC Mobile Arts At Manitou Springs Library (All Day)
• Easter Eggstravaganza At Colorado Springs Flea Market (7:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum celebrates National Poetry Month. Click to learn about the stores of inspirational poets in our region. (Facebook)
• The Colorado Springs Police Department is searching for new 911 Public Safety Communications Center employees. Click to apply. (Facebook)
• The Colorado Springs Fire Department reminds the community that Colorado Springs is under a burn restriction. Click for more information about the area's dry moisture levels. (Facebook)

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— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.