Daily editionThursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
Community
Homeward Pikes Peak and partner agencies held the fourth annual Stand Up for Our Community resource fair on Monday, Jan. 26 at the Meanwhile Block in downtown.
Over 30 organizations offered free haircuts, STI testing, meals, winter essentials — and other services to help unhoused residents this winter.
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Manitou Springs will host the 31st annual Great Fruitcake Toss Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. in Memorial Park (502 Manitou Ave.) where families will toss fruitcake, sample treats from Collin Street Bakery, and compete for prizes with extra tickets available for multiple tosses.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
A planned neighborhood project called Southeast Strong will be reviewed by city council in February to address missing stores, health gaps, vacancies and retail shortages in an underserved area, supporting new housing, businesses and cultural centers for 70,000 residents — local leaders see it as a blueprint for city improvement.
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Culture
Colorado Springs hosts stage shows this weekend and later, including Kevin Casey White's comedy at Loonees Comedy Corner on Friday and Saturday, Sal Vulcano's performance at Pikes Peak Center on Jan. 31, a family musical at Millibo Art Theatre, and Theatreworks' play at Dusty Loo Bon Vivant Theatre (tickets vary).
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Environment
State inspectors approved Pike View Quarry’s environmental reclamation after years of stabilization that included placing millions of yards of fill dirt and planting 30,000 tree seedlings.
City staff will now review documents before city council and mayor decision over the next six months.
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Colorado wildlife officers rescued bighorn sheep stuck in a frozen river yesterday and worked quickly to free the animals (Colorado Parks and Wildlife reports).
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Lifestyle
A new guide lists the best cheap eats in town.
It highlights local spots like 503W (which offers Asian-inspired dishes) and Shuga’s (renowned for affordable Cuban and shrimp treats) with prices from $7.50 to $35 for date nights, family meals, and happy hour deals.
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Colorado Springs voters picked Skirted Heifer as the top burger spot in a weekly Best of the Springs feature; gold went to Skirted Heifer at 204 N. Tejon St., silver to Bad Daddy's Burger Bar at 1765 Briargate Parkway + bronze to In-N-Out Burger, with local picks for downtown eats.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Sports
Pine Creek’s Braylon Desquitado earned The Gazette Preps Peak Performer of the Year for boys tennis after a season marked by a 15-4 record, winning regionals and advancing to state quarterfinals.
He will continue training while balancing academics and hopes to stay connected with his team (he practices twice daily).
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Colorado Springs Events
$4 Happy Hour Drinks | A Beautiful Winter
Friday, January 30th, 2026 · $4 Happy Hour Drinks — 5-7 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40-$60 per person — Enjoy a guided painting session with house wine and beer at a beautiful venue.
Pikes Punks Comedy Show: Steve Gillespie
Saturday, January 31st, 2026 · 8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Public House at The Alexander — Tickets available — Get ready to laugh your head off at the premiere Colorado Springs comedy show featuring the hilarious Steve Gillespie.
Harry Potter Feast
Sunday, February 1st, 2026 · 9 AM – 12 PM — The French Kitchen — $149.00 — Create a Hogwarts-worthy spread with cozy British classics and whimsical drinks made from scratch.
Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
Monday, February 2nd, 2026 · 4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Relax and unleash your creativity with a chill coloring night at the brewery.
Sweet T's Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 @ Union Station — Free entry — Enjoy a night of soulful blues music with local talent every Tuesday.
John Wise & Tribe Live Performance
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026 · 5-8 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Admission varies — Enjoy a vibrant evening of blues, R&B, and jazz with John Wise and Tribe as they take you on a musical journey.
Mom's Unhinged Comedy Night
Thursday, February 5th, 2026 · 7:30 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night filled with hilarity on motherhood, relationships, and life's irritations with top comedians.
Jon Stringer Comedy Show
Friday, February 6th, 2026 · 7:30-11:15 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — Two item minimum purchase — Experience high-energy comedy that'll keep you laughing and fit.
Free Comedy Night at Solution Tavern
Saturday, February 7th, 2026 · 7:30 p.m. — Solution Tavern — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter featuring some of Front Range's best comedians.
Six Feet Under Winter Horror Festival
Sunday, February 8th, 2026 · 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — RoadHouse Cinemas — Check website for ticket prices — Celebrate horror films with exclusive features, meet filmmakers, and participate in trivia and raffles.