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The historic Butte Theater keeps Cripple Creek’s past alive

Oct 27, 2025 12:08PM ● By Pamela S. Thompson

Cripple Creek’s Butte Theater brings classic charm and festive cheer to the holidays.

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Sangre de Cristo Arts Center breaks ground on elevator and renovation project

Oct 27, 2025 12:01PM

The Sangre de Cristo Arts and Conference Center officially broke ground October 3 on a transformative $3 million Elevator and Renovation project.

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Make money from your garden this winter

Oct 27, 2025 11:47AM ● By Bryan Reed

Want to make extra income from your garden? Try small-scale herb farming or creative DIY plant products.

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Veteran's Day Parade on Nov 8 "In Their Honor"

Oct 27, 2025 11:44AM

Be part of the salute! Come downtown to cheer on local veterans at one of the largest veterans parades in the nation, November 8 at 11am.

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Simple ways to make holidays brighter for older adults

Oct 27, 2025 11:30AM ● By Maria Coromac-Medrano

Help seniors feel included and connected this holiday season with these caregiver and family-friendly tips.

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Five ways to keep your heart healthy this holiday season

Oct 27, 2025 11:14AM ● By Suzy Cohen

Learn how to protect your heart during the holidays with smart food choices, stress relief and mindful habits.

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Where to get your free Thanksgiving meals

Oct 27, 2025 11:12AM

Find free Thanksgiving meals in El Paso, Teller, Pueblo and Fremont Counties!

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Chasing waterfalls and local flavor in Ithaca, New York

Oct 27, 2025 11:05AM ● By Victor Block

From waterfalls to wineries, Ithaca offers endless beauty and local flavor in upstate New York.

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Make the most of Thanksgiving Day with Friendsgiving and solitary celebration ideas

Oct 27, 2025 11:05AM ● By By Kimberly Blaker

Spending Thanksgiving solo or without family? From pampering yourself and volunteering to hosting a cozy Friendsgiving, discover creative, meaningful ways to make the holiday your own.

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Senior veterans support children of America's fallen

Oct 27, 2025 10:50AM ● By By Pamela S. Thompson

Angels of America’s Fallen provides lifelong mentorship and activity funding for children who’ve lost a parent in service.

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Free local help for veterans: what a VSO can do for you

Oct 27, 2025 10:50AM ● By Karin Hill

Find out how veterans service officers simplify the VA process and help veterans get the benefits they’ve earned.

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A small gratitude book with big life lessons

Oct 27, 2025 10:37AM ● By Rhonda Wray

Learn how keeping a gratitude journal can improve mental and physical health, even as we age.

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