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Tuesday, January 13th, 2026

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Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Owners Jae Park and Hannah Ra opened KBBQ Wings at 8029 N. Academy Blvd (in the former Heirloom Bar and Grill space) to offer Korean fusion dishes including large wings and dosirak boxes with streamlined ordering. The restaurant runs 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Monday-Sat and noon–8 p.m. Sunday.  Colorado Springs Gazette
  • ALDI announced on Monday a five-year plan to open 50 new stores in Colorado, including several in Colorado Springs, with openings set for the first two years and a redesigned website to enhance online shopping (a distribution center in Aurora is planned for 2029).  KOAA News5
  • Aldi, a German discount grocer, is set to open its first stores in Colorado, offering cost-saving grocery shopping to locals. Shoppers will encounter a coin system to unlock carts and find items often in their original shipping boxes (a warehouse-style setup) that help cut costs.  Colorado Springs Gazette

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Colorado Springs City Council will decide on Feb. 10 if the LDS temple near Flying Horse can build its 140-foot spire as proposed or if modifications are needed amid resident appeals over height and lighting. City staff approved the 45,000-sqft design in November.  Colorado Springs Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

  • Three Colorado Springs figure skaters will head to the Olympics later this year as they train to represent their community & compete internationally.  11 News
  • Registration for the city's spring youth and adult sport programs is now open at neighborhood parks and facilities. The city is seeking volunteer coaches and will provide training as space remains limited.  KOAA News5

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing Company

    6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free to play — Test your knowledge and win prizes at this lively trivia event.

    Wed, 1/14/26

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  • Fun Evening at Poor Richard's

    6-8 p.m. — Poor Richard's Restaurant — Free entry — Enjoy good food, drinks, and the Wheel O' Crazy game with fellow locals.

    Thu, 1/15/26

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  • Fix & Feast: In The Weeds

    5:30 – 8:30 PM — The French Kitchen — $129.00 — Experience an evening of cooking decadent courses paired with refreshing mocktails.

    Fri, 1/16/26

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  • Christian Singles Gathering in Colorado Springs

    1:30-3:30 p.m. — Third Space Coffee Roastery Cafe and Events — $20 for Non Hub Members — Enjoy a cozy afternoon with board games and fellowship among local Christian singles.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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  • Sunday Family FUNday | Elephant in Color

    2-4 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Costs may vary — Get ready to unleash your creativity with a fun and colorful painting experience for the whole family.

    Sun, 1/18/26

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  • Mellow Mondays Coloring Night

    5-8 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Start the week with colors and brews at this relaxing coloring night for all ages.

    Mon, 1/19/26

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  • Bleating Heart Night: Support Women's Mountain Biking

    5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy good beer while supporting the Women's Mountain Biking Association of Colorado Springs.

    Tue, 1/20/26

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  • Jazz Thursdays with Reid Poole

    5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange Hotel — Free entry — Enjoy a lively New Orleans jazz performance featuring Reid Poole and his trio in the hotel lobby.

    Wed, 1/21/26

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  • Therapeutic Thursday Coloring Night

    6-8 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Unleash your creativity and relax with adult coloring pages every week.

    Thu, 1/22/26

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  • Taproom Sessions: Deuces Wyld

    5-7 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy intimate acoustic performances from local artists while sipping on craft brews.

    Fri, 1/23/26

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