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How Colorado Springs works

City covers how Colorado Springs grows and governs itself: neighborhoods, development, business, the military community, transportation and the civic decisions that shape daily life at the foot of Pikes Peak. Our reporting explains what is changing downtown, in Old Colorado City, along the Powers corridor and beyond, with the names, numbers and dates you need to understand it.

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A World of Flavor

Chef Ricardo Morffin brings a sophisticated Mediterranean restaurant to downtown Colorado Springs. At Latin Social, he aims to redefine what “Latin” means through the experience and soul of his food.

By Laura Lorta5 min read

What We Treat & What We Ignore

Dr. Reagan Anderson pushes himself to be healthier and encourages everyone to take agency and create their own health.

By Sarah Tilton5 min read

Housing with Dignity

Shelley Jensen is building villages where safe housing, life skills and belonging open doors to resilience and hope.

By Josh Skaggs4 min read

Care Runs Deeper Than Skin

Blending mastery, intuition and heart, Rebecca Johnston shows that true skin care is about soul care and confidence that lasts a lifetime.

By Melanie Sue Hicks, PhD5 min read

The Orphan Who Became Shelter

Shaped by hardship and loss, Jim Daly now leads a global ministry with humility, grace and a heart for vulnerable families.

By Alyssa Shikles5 min read

Spirit of the Academy

First impressions matter, and Hotel Polaris, which opened its doors in November 2024, makes a good one.

By Josh Skaggs5 min read

The Heartbeat of a Community

Red Leg Brewing's Role in Veteran Support: Building a Culture of Gratitude.

By Sarah Tilton5 min read

Taste the Difference. Make a Difference.

Building a Community with Every Pour: The Story of 1350 Distilling.

By Laura Lorta5 min read

Better Business

The 2025 PRISM Awards

By Molly Wingate6 min read

Better Together

Strengthening Communities, One Block Party at a Time.

By Tisha Olson5 min read

What If...?

From Basketball to Books: D Earls’ Journey Beyond the Court.

By Tiffany Wismer4 min read

Invitation to Impact

A transition from military service to business ownership.

By Mac Conn4 min read

First Lady

Abbey Mobolade’s Passion for Connection.

By Dara Korn5 min read