🌱 City Volunteers Wanted + Interquest Pkwy Gas Station Robbery

Colorado Springs CO

14 February, 2022

6:39 PM

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Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note. First, today's weather: Partly sunny and mild. High: 57 Low: 27. Here are the top three stories today in Colorado Springs: The City Of Colorado Springs seeks volunteers to serve on the Lodging & Auto Rental Tax Citizens' Advisory Committee and the Stormwater Advisory Committee. Applications can be submitted online with a deadline of Friday, Feb. 25. Applicants must be Colorado Springs residents. (Press Release Desk)The Colorado Springs Police Department reports that a gas station clerk was struck by a vehicle during a robbery at the Kum & Go in the 1200 block of Interquest Parkway. According to reports, two suspects robbed the gas station and the clerk tried to stop them before the suspect's vehicle ran over her foot. Alijah Peterson and Jacob Lape were apprehended by officers and a K9 unit in connection with the incident. (KRDO)Looking for something to do in the Colorado Springs area this week? There are plenty of events happening over the next few days, including two shows at Lulu's Downstairs in nearby Manitou Springs and a virtual Concealed Carry Class hosted by Equip 2 Conceal. Get the details on Patch's local events calendar. (Colorado Springs Patch) Today in Colorado Springs: AARP Tax-Aide At Library 21c (9:00 AM) Storytime At The Rockrimmon Branch Library (9:00 AM) Toddler Time At The East Library and Information Center (9:30 AM) M.A.T.A Game's and Socialization At Library 21c (10:00 AM) Volunteer Information Hour At CASA of the Pikes Peak Region (Noon) From my notebook: The Colorado Springs Fire Department is currently searching for a new Fire & Life Safety Educator at the department. Click to apply. (Facebook)According to CBRE data, development in Colorado Springs had a record-breaking year in 2021 within the industrial market. The increase was primarily due to a 3.7 million square foot Amazon sorting facility. (Mile High CRE) 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 You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you around! — 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.