🌱 Stolen Construction Vehicle Wreaks Havoc + Run To The Shrine

Happy Saturday, people of Colorado Springs! Here's everything worth knowing in town today.

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First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 66 Low: 37.

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Here are the top three stories in Colorado Springs today:

1. A stolen construction vehicle caused havoc on West Colorado Avenue Friday morning, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department. The stolen vehicle was driven into multiple businesses in the 2600 block. The department estimates that the incident caused $100,000 worth of damage. (Colorado Springs Gazette)
2. A Colorado Springs mother is encouraging the community to donate blood this Mother's Day. Nicole Hall's life was saved after 48 units of blood and plasma were used during her baby's childbirth. She is encouraging the community to donate blood to give others a second chance at life. (KRDO)
3. The annual Run To The Shrine event has a waddling African penguin for a mascot this year. The run is hosted by the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and is currently sold out. Runners will be running the four-mile course through the zoo while experiencing breathtaking views of Colorado Springs. (Press Release Desk)

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Today in Colorado Springs:

• Great American Cleanup At The Bear Creek Nature Center (9:00 AM)
• Virtual Yoga At The Pikes Peak Library (9:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• This morning is Motorless Morning at Garden of the Gods Park. Participants can enjoy hiking through the park without vehicles until noon. (Instagram)
• Do you have a favorite hike in the Pikes Peak region? Visit Colorado Springs provides a list of top-tier hiking spots. (Instagram)
• The History Colorado Center is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a free commemorative print. Click to take a look. (Instagram)

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That's it for today. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update!

— 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.