Manitou Springs offers a unique taste with its mineral water fountains, while the Colorado CO-OP blends fashion and charity at the Fashion with a Purpose event. Weekend activities include haunted railcars and corn mazes, and a 100-year-old shares life lessons. Meanwhile, rising liver disease rates remind us to drink responsibly.

Manitou Springs is out here proving that soda isn’t just for plastic bottles—it’s bubbling straight out of the ground. With eight mineral springs offering everything from “earthy” flavors to borderline weird tonics, it’s basically a historic taste test adventure. Meanwhile, Colorado CO-OP is turning fashion into charity, spooky weekend events are lurking around every corner, and doctors are reminding us that craft beer and healthy livers don’t always get along. Oh, and if you need a pep talk, we’ve got a 100-year-old handing out life lessons like they’re party favors. You’re welcome.

  1. Manitou Springs: The Original Soda Fountain
    Manitou Springs is bubbling over with excitement—literally. With eight mineral springs, this town is like nature’s soda fountain, offering everything from earthy water to “interesting” tonic flavors. It’s a scavenger hunt for your taste buds, and the prize is a refreshing sip of history. Read more.
  2. Fashion with a Purpose: Colorado CO-OP Struts Its Stuff
    The Colorado CO-OP is turning heads at the Fashion with a Purpose event. This boutique is all about modern elegance and casual cool, proving that you can look fabulous while supporting a good cause. Who knew shopping could be so virtuous? Read more.
  3. Weekend Wonders: 7 Best Things to Do in Colorado
    From the Broadway Halloween Parade to corn mazes and haunted railcars, Colorado is the place to be this weekend. Whether you’re into spooky fun or just want to get lost in a maze, there’s something for everyone. Just don’t blame us if you can’t find your way out. Read more.
  4. Alcohol and Liver Disease: A Sobering Trend
    Colorado doctors are seeing a rise in liver transplants due to heavy drinking. It’s a reminder that while Colorado’s craft beer scene is booming, moderation is key. Remember, your liver is not a fan of the “all you can drink” lifestyle. Read more.
  5. Centenarian Wisdom: Life Lessons from a 100-Year-Old
    A Colorado centenarian is sharing his secrets to a long and fulfilling life. Spoiler alert: it involves perseverance, a positive attitude, and probably not worrying about the small stuff. Take notes, because this guy’s got a century of experience under his belt. Read more.

From tonic-tasting tours to haunted railcars and a bit of centenarian wisdom, there’s a lot to unpack. Which story has you the most intrigued? Are you planning to sip your way through Manitou Springs, or wondering how fashion got so charitable? Maybe you just need to hear what a 100-year-old thinks about today’s nonsense. Drop your thoughts in the comments—we want to hear it all!

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