Daily editionThursday, January 30th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.
Community
Two lanes on S. Hancock Ave in Colorado Springs are closed due to a water main break, with expected reopening by 5 p.m.
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Pikes Peak United Way is providing a free tax filing service for families earning less than $60,000 annually in Colorado Springs and Monument through their Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
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The Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs, owned by Venu, is adding two sound walls and a sound tunnel plus three sound monitoring systems to address local residents' complaints about concert noise.
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Economy
Downtown Colorado Springs sees a minor decline in rental prices with studios at $1,425 and three-bedrooms at up to $3,584, despite a strong demand and efforts to increase affordability through new projects.
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Government
Colorado Springs residents will vote on recreational marijuana in April.
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Colorado Springs Events
Colorado Springs Home & Garden Show
Friday, January 31st, 2025 · The event brings together homeowners and experts in remodeling, landscaping, and building, showcasing innovations and design trends for various home improvement projects.
Live Music by Rafiel & the Roomshakers
Saturday, February 1st, 2025 · Enjoy a live performance by Rafiel and the Roomshakers, featuring a blend of soul, blues, R&B, country, and rock music.
Family-Friendly Painting Event with Pandacorns
Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 · This all-ages class at Painting with a Twist offers a creative environment where participants can enjoy sipping beverages while painting their own masterpieces under professional guidance.
Chávez and Mendelssohn: A Cultural Journey
Monday, February 3rd, 2025 · Experience the vibrant fusion of Mexican rhythms by Chávez and the wistful Scottish melodies of Mendelssohn through a captivating performance by the Colorado Springs Philharmonic.
Bleating Heart Night: MeadowGrass Music Festival 2025 Line Up and Ticket Launch Party
Tuesday, February 4th, 2025 · The event features the launch of MeadowGrass 2025 tickets, headliner announcements, live music, and giveaways at Goat Patch Brewing Company, benefiting the Rocky Mountain Highway Music Collaborative.
Toddler Time at Rockrimmon Library
Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 · This interactive program for one and two-year-old children, accompanied by an adult, features nursery rhymes, music, movement, and storytelling to enhance vocabulary and word recognition.
Idea Lab: Discovering the Stars
Thursday, February 6th, 2025 · Children ages 5 to 12 can engage in hands-on activities to learn about constellations, including making star projectors and constructing toothpick models.
Gannon Fremin & CCREV Live Concert
Friday, February 7th, 2025 · Enjoy a live performance by Gannon Fremin and CCREV at Oskar Blues Grill & Brew in Colorado Springs.
Toddler Time at Pikes Peak Library
Saturday, February 8th, 2025 · A fun and engaging event featuring songs, rhymes, and stories designed for toddlers aged 1 to 2, accompanied by their parents or caregivers.
Creative Painting Class: Hoot & Heart Owl Friends
Sunday, February 9th, 2025 · Participants will enjoy guided painting sessions with local artists, creating unique artworks while socializing with friends.