Linda Navarro

They’re everywhere and they’re called “blackout” license plates. Since 2023 the glossy black plates with bright white numbers and letters on passenger vehicles have become the most popular choice for Colorado’s specialty license plates. Frequently described as the ideal plates to easily see and read at night in any light, especially LED, shining on them. […]

“Celebrate Youth in the Arts” was the invitation for supporters and parents and music filled the air in hotel hallways and ballrooms at an annual February breakfast. It was a morning for students with Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale, Colorado Springs Youth Symphony and Colorado Springs Conservatory. “The arts are critical,” supporter Sally Hybl said, Enjoying […]

As athletes travel to Milan, Italy, to represent America in the Winter Games, there are interesting local memories around the Olympics, the athletes and their connections to Colorado Springs, now Olympic City USA. Of course, there’s the history at the impressive U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, plus the Olympic & Paralympic Committee is headquartered right […]

THURSDAY New Year’s Day is all about heading outdoors, running and walking. This year add celebrations about 2026 being the country’s 250th anniversary and Colorado’s 150th. Norris Penrose Event Center lower parking lot by Bear Creek trail is headquarters for the 48th El Paso County Search & Rescue Rescue Run. A 5K and 10K start […]

Breakfasts, galas, golf, concerts, dinners and more. Let us know your nonprofit fundraisers planned for 2026. We’re preparing the new year’s Around Town master calendar of events planned so far. To be included, send us yours. It’s a perfect opportunity to avoid duplicate events on one date. Email your plans by Dec. 19 to linda.navarro@gazette.com […]

For those with severe illnesses, preparing or having access to good meals can be much more than a challenge. Dealing with health issues such as chemo, HIV/AIDS, cancer and kidney disease is life challenge enough and cooking or grocery shopping an impossibility, financially a major barrier. This is where Project Angel Heart comes in. For […]

PIKES PICK: Marigold's double chocolate mousse cake a winner

The Bar and Grill at Patty Jewett is known for yummy all-you-can-eat nights. Now, Wednesdays at 4 p.m. ‘til close, it’s all about snow crab legs. $59.99 per person. facebook.com/pjbarandgrill

New-season tickets for the Colorado Springs Philharmonic and a time to meet new maestro Chloé Dufresne. All-concerts tickets, all- Pops or your choice. csphilharmonic.org — Linda Navarro, The Gazette

Snow and shredding aren't that far off and student Ski Passports are available now for kindergarten through sixth graders. Visit 19 Colorado areas for four days each for $75. ColoradoSki.com