🌱 Safety Forum Discussion + Sunday Night Robbery Spree

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started. Here's everything you need to know today in town.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 47 Low: 24.

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Here are the top three stories today in Colorado Springs:

1. A pedestrian is recovering at a local hospital after hit and run collision. A driver fled the scene after sending an unidentified male to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to the Colorado Spring Police Department. Officers responded to the incident at the intersection of Astrozon Boulevard and Jet Wing Drive. No arrests have been and police do not have a vehicle description. (Colorado Springs Gazette)
2. Sunday night saw several robberies across the Colorado Springs area. The Colorado Springs Police Department is currently investigating three robberies that happened within an hour, according to investigators. All three robberies were to local businesses and reports indicate the robber was armed. It is unclear if the robberies are all linked currently. (KKTV 11 News)
3. Colorado Springs officials met to discuss issues impacting the safety of our community. The safety forum discussed issues such as homicide rates, illegal drugs, and homelessness. Outgoing Colorado Springs Police Chief Vince Niski was among the panel that included the 4th Judicial District Attorney Michael Allen and Colorado Springs City Council President Tom Strand. (Colorado Springs Gazette)

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Today in Colorado Springs:

• AARP Tax-Aide At Library 21c (9:00 AM)
• Storytime At The Rockrimmon Branch Library (9:00 AM)
• Connect Group At Penrose Public Library (9:15 AM)
• Silver Key Service Extension At The High Prairie Library (1:00 PM)
• Scratchwire Drama Workshop At The East Library and Information Center (2:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Colorado Springs, Colorado shared a unique view that most area commuters get to experience. (Instagram)
• Visit Colorado Springs announced that their 2022 Official Vacation Planner is now available. Start planning your next vacation. (Instagram)
• Downtown Colorado Springs shared its excitement for this weekend's Skate In The Park. Click to get your tickets and to see the schedule. (Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— 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.