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Colorado braces for heavy spring snow as Denver expects 3–6 inches
weather20 days ago

Colorado braces for heavy spring snow as Denver expects 3–6 inches

A spring snowstorm moved through Colorado, bringing rain in Denver before turning to heavy snow and slick roads. A jackknifed semi on I-70 slowed traffic, and Denver and Aurora announced Wednesday school closures with many Front Range districts following. Denver is projected to accumulate 3–6 inches by Wednesday, while northern and central mountains see heavier totals (Estes Park ~20 inches, Rabbit Ears Pass >1 foot). CDOT plans about 100 snowplows; travelers should expect slick conditions and possible further freeze warnings after the storm.

Painted Tree Boutiques abruptly closes nationwide, vendors told to reclaim inventory
business1 month ago

Painted Tree Boutiques abruptly closes nationwide, vendors told to reclaim inventory

Painted Tree Boutiques, a nationwide multi-vendor retail concept with more than 60 locations, abruptly ceased all operations, including the Tyler store at Village at Cumberland Park. In a letter to shop owners, the company ordered vendors to immediately retrieve their merchandise between April 14 and April 24, with stores open to vendor renters only for retrieval and no public access. No official reason was given, though unverified reports have circulated that Chapter 7 bankruptcy may be involved. The Tyler location opened in December 2024 and housed more than 300 small businesses.

Oahu shuts non-essential offices as storm threat looms
local1 month ago

Oahu shuts non-essential offices as storm threat looms

With heavy rain and gusty winds forecast, Hawaii officials ordered all non-essential state and city offices closed on Friday to prioritize safety, while emergency personnel continue to work and hearings are postponed. Emergency shelters will open (pet-friendly), public facilities like parks and zoos close, and residents are urged to stay home, prepare for possible power outages, and monitor alerts as transportation disruptions may occur. The Legislature will maintain operations.

Wendy’s trims Colorado Springs footprint amid nationwide restructuring
business2 months ago

Wendy’s trims Colorado Springs footprint amid nationwide restructuring

Wendy’s permanently closed at least three Colorado Springs locations—222 N Wahsatch Ave, the corner of East Platte and Wahsatch downtown, and 3036 W Colorado Ave in Old Colorado City—with a fourth at 1104 E. Fillmore St observed later, as part of a nationwide Project Fresh footprint optimization. The company said the closures are meant to strengthen performance for sustainable, long‑term growth and noted Wendy’s is reducing its U.S. store count by a mid‑single digits percentage; there are 118 Wendy’s in Colorado, including 13 in the Colorado Springs area.

Hawaii Braces for Severe Storms as Statewide Closures and Emergency Measures Activate
public-safety3 months ago

Hawaii Braces for Severe Storms as Statewide Closures and Emergency Measures Activate

Governor Josh Green issued an Emergency Proclamation as a significant storm system threatens heavy rain, flash floods, and damaging winds across Hawaii, prompting statewide closures on Monday (state offices, DOE schools, UH campuses, Legislature, and courthouses) with administrative leave for state employees and extended filing deadlines to Tuesday; residents should prepare, sign up for local alerts, monitor HIEMA and NWS, and follow county guidance.

Pizza Hut to Close 250 Underperforming Stores in Yum! Brands Revamp
business3 months ago

Pizza Hut to Close 250 Underperforming Stores in Yum! Brands Revamp

Pizza Hut, part of Yum! Brands, will shutter about 250 underperforming locations in the first half of 2026 as part of Hut Forward, a broader strategy including marketing upgrades, technology modernization and franchise changes. The company operates about 19,872 Pizza Hut locations globally (roughly 6,300 in the U.S.), with 170 in Illinois; specific closing locations were not announced.