Helen Lewis

Dec 20, 2023 | csindy.com | Helen Lewis

Honestly, holiday traditions around the world have a lot more goblins and toothy monsters than you’d hope. Skeletons too, and rollerskating to mass… en masse, and setting things on fire — on purpose or by accident. But maybe peaceful holidays are getting old, and you’re looking to do something different this December — so we’ve rounded up some of the stranger (to us) customs you might look into.

Nov 28, 2023 | csbj.com | Helen Lewis

For almost two decades now, the Colorado Springs Business Journal has honored the outstanding women who have poured their energy, skill and ingenuity into shaping this once-sheltered town into the vibrant, exceptional city of opportunity it is today. Now we’re excited to introduce you to our 2023 Women of Influence. Some are names you know; some are unsung heroes; all of them have moved beyond what’s really comfortable, to do what’s really needed.

Oct 12, 2023 | csbj.com | Helen Lewis

It’s a good month for the Colorado Springs Chamber & EDC. Last weekend saw its annual gala and the announcement of its first Trailblazers of Economic Development Award; its Titans of Economic Development Campaign reached the $3 million milestone; and this week Infinity Systems Engineering announced a major expansion in Colorado Springs.

Oct 12, 2023 | csbj.com | Helen Lewis

It’s time for a whole lot of “Emma Crawfords” to get back in their coffins and race the streets of Manitou Springs.  The 29th annual Emma Crawford Coffin Races & Parade — huge crowds and creative/creepy costumes — hits Manitou Springs on Saturday, Oct. 28. The hearse and coffin parade kicks off at noon, immediately followed by the coffin races. Why the Emma Crawfords?

Oct 10, 2023 | csbj.com | Amanda Luciano |Helen Lewis

Will it be candy? Will it be coal? Across the nation, retailers aren’t sure what to expect from customers this holiday season. Inflation has cooled, some supply issues have eased and the economy’s expanding — but consumers are still hurting from recent rollercoaster years, and that spells uncertainty for the all-important spending season ahead. Colorado Springs retailers are also wishing for a clearer picture.