A chronic condition is a disease or health condition that lasts one year or more, requires ongoing medical care, and impacts daily living.1 The most common chronic conditions are diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and cancer.1 Six in 10 Americans have been diagnosed with one chronic health condition, and 4 out of 10 live with two […]
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Harrison School District 2 is Garnering Statewide Recognition
The Colorado Association of School Executives (CASE) selected the Colorado 2023 Superintendent of the Year – Dr. Wendy Birhanzel, Superintendent of Harrison School District 2. She was chosen for her innovative and maverick approach to serving over 13,000 students within 19 schools, one homeschool academy, and three charter school systems. Dr. Birhanzel believes that choice […]
Your Guide to Education in Colorado Springs 2023
An overview of the Colorado Springs educational options, from preschool to college and everything in between. Education matters in Colorado Springs. The Springs is the nation’s 13th Most Educated City, and Colorado is the 5th Most Educated State, according to WalletHub. If there’s one word to know about education in Colorado Springs, it’s choice. Statewide, […]
What is the Cost of Living in Colorado Springs 2023?
What is the cost of living in Colorado Springs? How much will I need to budget each month for housing, utilities, transportation and food? Colorado Springs has seen a rise in its overall cost of living during the past few years along with the rest of the country. Experts attribute much of Colorado’s increased cost […]
10 Hot Spots for Shopping in Colorado Springs
From basic goods to retail therapy, here are the major hubs for dining, entertainment and shopping in Colorado Springs. Downtown Downtown is the heart of the city, and the epicenter of its booming local dining scene. Tejon Street is the main artery for shopping, dining and nightlife, but the scene spreads in every direction. You’ll […]
Colorado Springs at a Glance
We’re not the only ones who think Colorado Springs is an amazing place. Here are a few recent accolades, plus some interesting demographics and an inside scoop on the weather.
Cripple Creek, Colorado: The Mountain Town Full of Gold Above, Below, and Within
Fun in the Gold Camps Are you looking for a fun Colorado town to move to? Or maybe you’re planning a Colorado vacation and looking for someplace unique to visit. Come check out Cripple Creek, Colorado and you will not be disappointed. There is more than meets the eye in this Historical Mountain Town. We […]
Insider Info on the Colorado Springs Job Market
We’ve all heard about — or participated in — the Great Resignation. Global and economic uncertainty has ruled the headlines and hit close to home for most people. So how is the job market looking in Colorado Springs? The city and local economy have continued to grow. The local unemployment rate was down to 4.1% […]
What Are You Into?
Connections, clubs and community abound. Here’s where to locate new friends and like-minded people in Colorado Springs. If you find yourself downtown on a Tuesday evening, you might spot an unusually large number of runners wearing green or white shirts. Follow them to Tejon Street, and you’ll see them gathered at Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub […]
The Colorado Springs School: Preparing Students for a Dynamic World
Estin Novak had long dreamt of experiencing Spanish language and culture, first-hand. That dream came true in the 12th grade, when he received The Colorado Springs School’s (CSS) John-Alex Mason Experience-Centered Seminar (ECS) Scholarship. “To have a walk-in-the-life of a culture [you’re] studying is a phenomenal opportunity,” said Novak, who traveled to Granada, Spain, during […]
