John Hazlehurst’s article, Linda Weise Serves Colorado Springs Well, for the Pikes Peak Bulletin, highlights Weise’s profound impact on Colorado Springs through her dedication to arts, education, and culture. After leading efforts to revitalize the historic City Auditorium, she ultimately had to step away when completing the project proved unfeasible.
Undeterred, she redirected her passion into transformative initiatives under the Community Cultural Collective (CSCCC)and Opus Creative Industry. One of her most impactful projects, the Culinary and Hospitality Capstone Program, provides aspiring chefs with paid, hands-on training in both business and culinary skills. A recent fundraising dinner showcased the program’s excellence, reinforcing Linda Weise’s commitment to fostering opportunities and enriching the Colorado Springs community.