Daily editionMonday, January 19th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.
Community
Flying Pig Farm in Manitou Springs is seeking a conservation easement to protect its community programs and farmland from future development; the nonprofit is raising funds to purchase the land and complete improvements (costing about $1M) before the tax credits window opens in 2029.
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The new Aquapod farm in southeast Colorado Springs opened earlier this week + celebrated a key milestone in its effort to feed the entire community.
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Yolanda Renee King, 17 and granddaughter of Martin Luther King Jr., is in Colorado Springs for a series of events honoring her family's legacy — she will deliver a keynote at the MLK Prayer Breakfast and join a Unity March from The Antlers hotel to Acacia Park to promote nonviolence.
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Culture
Katherine Latona curates 15,000 Olympic artifacts at the U.S. Olympic + Paralympic Committee downtown, connecting local visitors with historic pieces like a painting of Wilma Rudolph.
Born in Colombia, she overcame personal challenges to study art history and now preserves the legacy of decorated athletes.
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11 News interviewed a representative from the Dr. Martin Luther King Legacy Preservation Society on Jan. 18 to discuss plans for community-led events that will honor the 62nd anniversary of his 'I Have a Dream' speech.
The society said additional celebrations and educational programs will be announced soon (details are pending).
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Sports
The Denver Broncos will host the New England Patriots in an AFC Championship rematch next Sunday at 1 p.m. at Empower Field at Mile High as part of the NFL playoffs broadcast on KKTV.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
BOGO Wine Wednesday and Porch Leaner Painting
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Prices vary — Enjoy a fun evening of painting and sipping wine while creating personalized wooden porch decor.
Storyfull Social 45+
Thursday, January 29th, 2026 · 7-9 p.m. — Zocalo Colorado — $ — A low-pressure social gathering for singles 45+ featuring card games and meaningful conversation.