Far from a war-torn Ukrainian zoo, 9 lions now call Colorado home

PLUS l 22 questions about Colorado campaigns to test your 2022 election expertise, A look at 8 ghost towns in Colorado, and more. Springs AM Update [News]( [Sports]( [Opinion]( [Life]( Welcome to Tuesday. It’s Nov. 1, 2022. Take 5 minutes to catch up on what's happening in Colorado. In today’s edition: - [Far from a war-torn Ukrainian zoo, 9 lions now call Colorado home]( - [TRAIL MIX | 22 questions about Colorado campaigns to test your 2022 election expertise]( - [Upon Further Review: Justin Simmons saved the Broncos' season]( [Far from a war-torn Ukrainian zoo, 9 lions now call Colorado home]( As part of the millions of Ukrainian residents escaping to neighboring countries by train, bus, car or foot — some lugging only suitcases or whatever belongings their arms could hold — a robust military transport vehicle crept across the Moldovan border last spring bearing refugees of a different kind that would eventually call Colorado home. [Read More]( Did you miss this? [Snoop Dogg, T-Pain, Warren G to perform in Colorado Springs]( [Skechers putting another foot forward with Colorado Springs expansion]( [Remote learning not ‘primary’ driver of academic losses, study shows]( [[SPONSORED] The most common foundation defects that can affect your home]( Improper construction, soil saturation, excess hydrostatic pressure, or natural disasters can lead to foundation defects and damage your home. Are you worried that your foundation is cracking? Or maybe you want to learn how to protect your home from damage? [Happy Trails: In easy reach from the city, a true taste of Colorado alpine]( St. Mary’s Glacier: The hike to St. Mary’s Glacier is quintessential Colorado for a few reasons. Check out why this trail is easy reach for many Denver residents. [Read More]( [A look at 8 ghost towns in Colorado]( There might be no better time than Halloween to reflect on our ghost towns. Here’s a look at some: [Read More]( [TRAIL MIX | 22 questions about Colorado campaigns to test your 2022 election expertise]( As the 2022 election cycle nears the finish line, we thought attentive readers could use a chance to test their mettle — and for casual observers to take a stab at achieving expert status. [Read More]( MORE TOP STORIES Ski resorts in Colorado are opening and that means one thing for winter sports enthusiasts, choosing a resort to ski at. Here is a list of everything you need to know to [prime yourself to have the right experience on the slopes.]( The ex-girlfriend of a Colorado Springs police officer [pleaded guilty Monday to sexually assaulting a child.]( We all know who Broncos safety Justin Simmons is. Gazette sports editor Chris Schmaedeke reviews how [Justin Simmons saved the Broncos' season.]( Before you go.... [This morning's weather from American Furniture Warehouse:]( Sunny, along with a few afternoon clouds. High 69F. NE winds shifting to SSE at 10 to 15 mph. Manage your email preferences or unsubscribe [here.]( 30 East Pikes Peak Avenue, Suite 100 Colorado Springs, CO 80903 Would you like to send this email to a friend? [Send To A Friend](