🌱 Service Dogs for Veterans + Colorado Springs' Economy Stable

Colorado Springs CO

17 January, 2022

3:57 PM

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Happy Tuesday, people of Colorado Springs! Let's get this day started. Here's what's going on today in town. First, today's weather: Mild with periods of sun. High: 57 Low: 28. Here are the top 3 stories in Colorado Springs today: Heuberger Subaru partners with Victory Service Dogs to bring Colorado Springs veterans access to service dogs. The two groups have jointly raised more than $100,000 to provide nine veterans with service dogs. They plan to continue to work together to bring more animals and veterans together. (Colorado Springs Independent)According to data released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis, Colorado Springs' economy stayed stronger than most cities across the nation. The data focused on "Gross Metropolitan Product" centered around metro areas. Colorado Springs' economy shrunk 0.1% during 2020, which roughly equates to a fairly stable shift. (FOX21News.com) Darryl Glenn, former Councilmember and County Commissioner, announces his run for Colorado Springs mayor. Current Colorado Springs Major John Suthers is term limited and will not be returning in 2023. Glenn's platform is opposing mask mandates and investing more resources towards public safety response time. (KKTV 11 News) Doing a "Dry January" or just looking for a flavorful alternative to regular cocktails? Here's a suggestion: try a non-alcoholic drink from our partners at Betera. Created by an award-winning chef from natural botanicals, Betera's drinks come in 3 flavors — Ginger-Orange, Elderflower-Lime and Rhubarb-Hibiscus. We tried Ginger-Orange, and it was excellent — lightly effervescent, floral with a hint of bitterness and the sippability of a cocktail. Betera is offering readers of the Daily a 15% discount on their first order: use PATCH15 at checkout. Highly recommended — you can try Betera here. Today in Colorado Springs: CONNECT Adult Support Group At The Penrose Library (9:15 AM)ESL Classes At The Sand Creek Library (9:00 AM)Pikes Peak Event Collaborative At The Penrose Library (11:00 AM) From my notebook: Colorado Springs Police Department notifies the community about a missing person, Darlene Wallace. Click for more details. (Facebook) Colorado Springs Police Department remembers Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy of peace. (Facebook) US National Weather Service warns Colorado Springs that freezing drizzle, fog, and flurries are possible this week. Click to see the full weather report. (Facebook) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Women's Real Estate Investment Hour (January 18) Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (January 22) Add your event Loving the Colorado Springs Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers That's it for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new 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.