Daily editionSaturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
Culture
Yolanda Renee King—Martin Luther King Jr.'s granddaughter—is set to speak at MLK Jr. Day events in Colorado Springs on Sunday and Monday.
She will appear during a fireside chat at Cornerstone Arts Center and at a prayer breakfast and Unity March at local venues.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Boyd Struble has run his neon workshop—Boyd's Neon—in Colorado Springs since 2001 and has created signs for hotels, restaurants, and collectors over four decades.
He will continue operating at his current location for at least four more years.
KOAA News5Read more
Education
Widefield School District 3 superintendent Aaron Hoffman, who served for 33 years since 2024, announced on Friday that he will retire at the end of the 2025-2026 school year — the board will begin the search for his successor.
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Widefield School District 3 Superintendent Aaron Hoffman will retire at the end of this school year after serving the district for 33 years.
The Board of Education will soon begin its search for a new leader.
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Finance
Bellco Credit Union opened its first Colorado Springs branch at 4441 Integrity Center Point last December near Barnes Road & North Powers Boulevard, offering 24-hour ATM access and personalized banking guidance.
The credit union, now serving over 7,000 members, plans to open a second Springs branch this summer.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Government
On Jan. 13, Gov. Jared Polis announced a $2.5 million commitment to launch the Pikes Peak Recreation Area — a move expected to unlock over $75 million in additional funding, create permanent jobs, and boost outdoor recreation and economic growth in Colorado Springs.
Colorado Springs Business JournalRead more
The City of Colorado Springs announced lane closures on 8th Street starting 9 a.m. today for four weeks as crews rebuild sidewalks and roadway features from near the Fountain Creek bridge to the Highway 24 frontage road; additional closures will occur on southbound 8th Street to locate utilities.
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Colorado Springs invites residents to share feedback on its parks in a new Vision Survey that will help set priorities for the Park System Master Plan.
The survey (taking six to eight minutes) remains open until midnight Feb. 13.
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City crews will begin work on the Rampart Park drainage project Wednesday; the three-week effort will repair an open channel and install a water pipe while limiting park access to a single 10-foot lane for up to three days — weather permitting.
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Sports
Air Academy wrestler David Burchett is vying to secure his fourth COS Metro Wrestling Championship title today as he aims to make history and help his team reach its first metro title — after advancing on Friday, he will face Coronado's Cole Siffring in the semifinals.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Colorado Springs Events
The Springs Home Show
Sunday, January 18th, 2026 · 11 AM – 4 PM — Colorado Springs Event Center — Free admission — Discover live demos, meet local contractors and designers, and enjoy exclusive home improvement savings.
Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
Monday, January 19th, 2026 · 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.
Bleating Heart Night: Support Women's Mountain Biking
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026 · 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.
Jazz Thursdays with Reid Poole
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026 · 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.
Unplugged at the Lodge
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Happy Hour pricing available — Enjoy local musicians performing acoustic originals and covers each week.
Nancy Norton Live Comedy
Friday, January 23rd, 2026 · 7:30-9 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — Two item minimum purchase — Award-winning comedian and nurse Nancy Norton headlines an evening of laughs with special guests.
Colorado on Wood
Saturday, January 24th, 2026 · 2:30-4:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $45-$60 per person — Unleash your creativity with a sip-and-paint experience led by a talented instructor.
Colorado Springs Pickers - Bluegrass Jam Circle
Sunday, January 25th, 2026 · 3-6 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Connect with fellow musicians and enjoy a cozy Bluegrass jam session amidst the scenic views.
Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
Monday, January 26th, 2026 · 4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Unwind with coloring pages and pints in a relaxed brewery setting.
Sweet T’s Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, January 27th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 @ Union Station — Free entry — Get ready for a lively evening of blues music and community vibes every Tuesday night.