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What to Expect During Springs in Colorado Springs
Springtime in Colorado Springs is a season of transition, where winter's chill gives way to longer, sunnier days—though Mother Nature loves to keep us on our toes! Fr...
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25 Fun Valentine's Day Trivia Questions & Answers
Valentine's Day Trivia Questions:
- Which Roman god is Valentine's Day named after?
- What year was the first Valentine's Day card sent?
- In the Middle Ages, why were birds believed to mate on February 14th?
- Which city is known as the "City of Love"?
- What popular gift was initially used as a symbol of courtly love in medieval times?
- What flower is traditionally associated with Valentine's Day?
- Which Shakespeare play features a character named Valentine?
- In Japan, what do women traditionally give to men on Valentine's Day?
- Which cou...
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Tips For Staying Safe During Extreme Cold Weather in Colorado
We've uncovered solutions to frequently asked questions that arise during cold weather.
What is Wind Chill?
Wind chill refers to how the combination of wind and cold temperatures feels on exposed skin, particularly on the uncovered face of someone about 5 feet tall. The National Weather Service (NWS) calculates wind chill using a simple formula: multiply the wind speed by 0.7, then subtract that value from the air temperature. For example, if the air temperature is 20°F and the wind is blowing at 25 mph, it feels like 3°F on your skin.
To estimate wind chill in real-time, you can use the NWS Wind Chill Calculator. Note that NWS rou...
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Top 7 New Year's Resolutions Everyone's Making for 2025
Saving more money remains a top priority for many Americans as they set their 2025 New Year's resolutions. According to a recent Statista survey, one in five U.S. adults have committed to this financial goal. Following closely, resolutions to eat healthier, exercise more, and lose weight were chosen by 15-19% of respondents. Meanwhile, 40% of Americans indicated they have no plans to make any resolutions for the upcoming year.
Here are the top 7 New Year's resolutions from most popular to least popular.
- To reduce spending on living expenses (e.g. food, energy) - Reducing living expenses, such as food, energy, and other daily necessities, ranks as the 7th most popular New Year's resolution for 2025. According to the survey, 9% of respondents are focused on cutti...
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