Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Combating misinformation in emergencies: El Paso County recently launched a public information map showing where emergencies occur and how close you are, tied to Peak Alerts as officials urge regional residents to sign up -- get details on the new tool.

Local couple behind expansion: Mountain Mike’s Pizza has opened its second Colorado Springs location, offering a pizza and salad bar, beer on tap, arcade games, and a roomy patio for al fresco family time -- get all the details.

Species Survival Plan in action: Thorn, a young Denver Zoo giraffe, will join Colorado Springs' Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in May. The last day to see him before the move will be May 1 -- read the full story.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Solve something fun: Trade the usual dinner debate this week for a clock-ticking mystery. CodeBusters Escape Rooms of Colorado Springs dishes out clever challenges and cinematic vibes that make group hangs, birthdays, or team nights way less basic, with brain stretches, high-fives, and that satisfying click when everything finally makes sense.

Upgrade your bath game: RM Soap Market turns a quick downtown errand into a mini spa moment with handmade soaps, shower steamers, and lotions that smell like the Front Range. Start with Colorado-inspired picks like Garden of the Gods and Black Forest, then let the shelves gently sabotage your willpower... in the best way.

Cupcakes that hit happy: From classic vanilla and red velvet to pink champagne, Sugarplum Cake Shoppe turns weeknights into mini celebrations with made-from-scratch cupcakes, gluten-free options, and pick-your-own fillings. Treat yourself this week... you earned it after folding that last load of laundry.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🎭 Mrs. Doubtfire @ Pikes Peak Center | Tuesday (4/28) at 7:30 AM – Mrs. Doubtfire is landing at Pikes Peak Center, bringing the beloved film to the stage with big vocals, bigger wigs, and plenty of heart. Come for the nostalgia, stay for the laugh-out-loud chaos, dazzling costumes, and a reminder that family, like accents, takes practice.

✂ Crafting Clash @ The Bubbly Bunny | Wednesday (4/29) at 4:00 PM – Nothing beats a low-stakes creative night with friends, and The Creative Collective is posted at The Bubbly Bunny for a make-stuff hangout. Bring your sketchbook, manuscript, or good crayons, swap feedback, and enjoy 10% off drinks. Come early, claim a table, and call it networking.

🍵 Listening In: A Somatic Tea Blending Experience @ Sacred Space Therapeutics | Thursday (4/30) at 6:00 PM – This somatic tea blending session invites you to slow down, listen to your body, and mix a cup that actually fits what you need. Think quiet, intentional, small group at Sacred Space Therapeutics, with your nervous system getting a union break. Spots are limited.

🍵 Annual Mother’s Day Tea & Gift Sale @ The Salvation Army Colorado Springs Corps Community Center | Friday (5/1) at 11:00 AM – The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary’s annual Mother’s Day tea brings china vibes to 908 Yuma Street, with proper tea, dainty treats, and a little gift-sale browsing that somehow feels like supporting a cause. Tickets are $30, seating is limited, and yes, Karen is taking RSVPs.

♻ Sports Equipment Trade-In Event @ DICK'S Sporting Goods | Friday (5/1) at 2:00 PM – Dick’s Colorado Springs is doing a trade-in, clear the garage and turn used gear into a gift card. Hockey, lacrosse, baseball, and more count if it cost over $100 and isn’t ancient or gross. Last chance while they’re in town, so bring the good stuff.

🐶 Homes for Dogs Adoption Event @ Coldwell Banker Realty | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Adoption day is rolling in with Homes for Dogs and National Mill Dog Rescue, and the pups are interviewing humans for permanent couch privileges. Meet adoptable dogs, browse local vendors, and soak up the community vibe as a wagging tail chooses you.

🚗 Fiesta & Car Show @ Sierra High School Home of the Stallions | Saturday (5/2) at 11:00 AM – Fiesta season calls for shiny paint and salsa beats. This first annual mashup brings classic cars, lowriders, and local vendors alongside street tacos, live music, and dancers, so you can admire chrome, then crush churros, and call it culture, carbs, and community.

In exclusive Broadmoor, one mile from the Broadmoor Hotel and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, this mountainside estate impresses with a rotunda foyer, a two-story walnut-paneled great room, and a gourmet kitchen outfitted with Wolf, Thermador, KitchenAid, and Miele. Two independent apartments, a 6-car garage, an indoor golf simulator, and heated driveway complement sweeping views of Cheyenne Mountain and Pikes Peak.