🌱 City Auditorium Renovation Update +CSFD Lifts Burn Restriction

Happy Saturday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 35 Low: 16.

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Here are the top three stories today in Colorado Springs:

1. After eight months of stagnation, the Community Cultural Collective announced some movement in renovating the City Auditorium. The collective has raised $5 million in funds, with an additional $3 million pledged by the city and El Paso County. Organizers are looking to raise additional funds at the federal level. (KRDO)
2. Colorado Springs Fire Department has lifted a burn restriction that has been in effect since September of 2021. According to officials with the department, the restriction has been lifted due to additional moisture in the air reducing vegetation ignition possibilities. The department wants residents to still practice extreme caution. (KOAA.com Colorado Springs and Pueblo News)
3. Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, officials are reminding Colorado Springs residents to remain vigilant about cybersecurity. The United States imposed sanctions on Russia in response to the unprovoked invasion which has led the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to voice concerns about possible threats. Governor Jared Polis has issued sanctions against Russia as well, which might make Colorado a bigger target. (KRDO)

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Today in Colorado Springs:

• Schumann's "Spring" At The Colorado Springs Philharmonic (7:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Can you help the Humane Society of Pikes Peak Region name this adorable 10-week-old puppy? The puppy is also looking for a forever home. (Facebook)
• The recent Play COS event at Woodmen Hills Elementary School allowed the Colorado Springs Police Department to build meaningful relationships with the Colorado Springs' youth. (Facebook)

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— Erica Zenn

About me: Erica Zenn is a Masters Student in Applied Psychology at the University of Southern California who originally hails from Chapel Hill, NC. With a bachelors degree from Cornell University, Erica is an expert verbal and written communicator who brings extensive experience in employee engagement and customer experience of companies. Erica is passionate about community building, and loves using her writing and communication skills to bring people together.