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Health events start this week.

NAMI Colorado Springs’ 2026 Community Breakfast is at 7:30 a.m. Thursday at DoubleTree hotel (1775 E. Cheyenne Mountain Blvd.) and The Art of Connection and Auction is scheduled for 4–7 p.m. Oct. 29 at Serenity Recovery Connection (985 W. Fillmore St.).

Springs Scene presents a calendar of local arts events from Oct.

24 through March 13 at venues like Library 21c, Auric Gallery, Cottonwood Center and local museums. Several events require tickets or donations + offer diverse exhibitions and art walks for the community.

Colorado Springs Airport was ranked No. 8 in the 2026 USA Today 10BEST Reader’s Choice Awards, making it the only Colorado airport to receive such recognition.

The airport was honored for its friendly service & efficient travel experience.

An audit (released Monday) found that Colorado’s regulated marijuana market may sell unsafe products for months due to weak testing and inspections.

The Marijuana Enforcement Division said it is considering new sampling methods but has not yet changed its controls.

Neighbors along Murray Boulevard and Airport Road experienced a second water main break today and now demand a retaining wall to divert future damage.

Colorado Springs Utilities replaced 100 ft of steel pipe and will replace other sections within three years as part of ongoing improvements.

Colorado Springs is asking residents to share ideas to revitalize local creeks, with public meetings scheduled later this month at community centers.

UCCS will host a business forum where local leaders discuss strategies and trends in today’s market.

The event is set for later at the UCCS campus & promises fresh insights for community businesses.

Flu cases are increasing earlier than expected as the first pediatric death of the season prompts officials to urge residents to get vaccinated soon.

Vaccines will be available this month at local pharmacies, clinics, and the El Paso County health center — protecting community members.