🌱 Possible Hazmat Scenario + Dining Out For Life

Happy Friday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know going on today.

---

First, today's weather:

Winds becoming strong. High: 66 Low: 36.

---

Here are the top three stories today in Colorado Springs:

1. The Colorado Springs Fire Department investigated a possible hazmat situation on Thursday evening. The incident occurred on the corner of S. Cascade Avenue and Dorchester Drive. The department blocked the area with hazard tape and asked the public not to cross. The El Paso County Sheriff's Office has not detailed what caused the situation. (KKTV)
2. Several Colorado Springs restaurants participated in Dining Out For Life on Thursday. The event is meant to raise funds for Project Angel Heart which delivers meals to people suffering from severe illnesses. Click the link for a list of restaurants that participated in the event and to learn how to donate toward Project Angel Heart. (KRDO)
3. A 3-vehicle crash caused Thursday morning commute delays on southbound Union lanes. The crash involved a school bus, a car, and an SUV. The three children on the school bus were uninjured but the individuals in the other two vehicles sustained injuries. The Colorado Springs Police Department has issued a citation to one of the drivers but has not indicated which vehicle's driver that was. (KKTV)

---

From our sponsor:

Today's newsletter is brought to you in part by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. Getting some spring cleaning tasks done? Why not refresh your home's security, too. Secure windows, doors, and more with up to $80 off on select Alarm Pro Kits. Don't wait, offers end 5/1 at 9 p.m. PST.

---

Today in Colorado Springs:

• The Harding Group At Library 21c (9:00 AM)
• Makerspace Spring Open House At The East Library and Information Center (1:00 PM)

---

From my notebook:

• Dr. Howard Gates was a founding member of the El Paso County Horticultural Society. The group was formed in 1881. (Facebook)
• This Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day. Do you know where you can drop off prescription medications in Colorado Springs? Locate them here. (Facebook)
• The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region shared an update on its call for help from last week. The shelter raised over $7,100 to support the 26 cats that were rescued from a hoarding situation. (Facebook)

---

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Events:

• Real Estate Investment Hour (May 3)
• Hire A Pro To Tackle Mom's To-Do List (May 8)
• Add your event

---

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— 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.