Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A shelter-in-place order issued near Austin Bluffs Parkway and Academy Boulevard was lifted, originally prompted by police executing a search warrant in the area. FOX21
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Springs Fire Department successfully contained an RV fire on the city's north side, with no injuries reported and the cause under investigation. KOAA News5
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was arrested in Colorado Springs for attempted murder related to an October 2023 shooting incident, identified through social media evidence. KVOR
- ➤ The remains of Santino Cardella, who went missing from Colorado Springs in 2022, were found in Pueblo West, with the Colorado Springs Police Department continuing their investigation. KOAA News5
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EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Isaac Newton Farris Jr., Dr. King's nephew, continued the legacy of nonviolence and community contribution by engaging with Colorado Springs students on conflict resolution and communication. 11 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Supreme Court upheld a lower court's decision dismissing a habeas corpus petition for the release of five elephants from the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, marking a significant legal stance on animal rights. KOAA News5
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Monthly Business Networking Lunch at Hacienda Villareal
This event offers a casual networking opportunity for business owners in Colorado Springs to connect and share ideas over lunch.
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Head for the Hills Concert
Colorado-based band Head for the Hills will perform fresh tracks from their upcoming EP, blending bluegrass with eclectic genres and deep lyrical themes.
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Kevin Shea Stand-Up Comedy Show
Join comedian Kevin Shea for an entertaining evening of stand-up comedy at Loonees Comedy Corner, featuring special guests Ed Bell and host Cameron MacKenzie.
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Squishy Animals Family Day Painting Workshop
This family-friendly event invites attendees of all ages to enjoy a creative painting session guided by a professional instructor, with opportunities for kids and adults to explore their artistic talents.
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Open Mic Night at Vultures
Every Monday, Vultures hosts an open mic night featuring various talents including music and comedy, hosted by Joe Bruno.
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Toddler Time: Songs and Stories for Young Children
This engaging program offers songs, rhymes, and stories specifically designed for toddlers ages 1 to 2, along with their parents or caregivers, at Library 21c.
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Toddler Time at Pikes Peak Library
A lively program for one and two-year-olds that includes nursery rhymes, music, movement, and storytelling for early vocabulary development with a favorite adult.
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Madeline Hawthorne Concert at Lulu's Downtown
Singer-songwriter Madeline Hawthorne presents an intimate concert featuring her album 'Tales From Late Nights & Long Drives' at Lulu's Downtown.
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Colorado Springs Home & Garden Show
The event brings together homeowners and experts in remodeling, landscaping, and building, showcasing innovations and design trends for various home improvement projects.
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Live Music by Rafiel & the Roomshakers
Enjoy a live performance by Rafiel and the Roomshakers, featuring a blend of soul, blues, R&B, country, and rock music.
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