Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Colorado Springs earned a Silver-level Bicycle Friendly Community award from the League of American Bicyclists for investing in safer bike lanes and pedestrian signals over the past four years (including new bike lanes and crossing improvements).

The award honors local efforts to boost cycling and recreational transportation.

Tyson Barrie’s light lager, Chilly Ones, will debut in Colorado on Monday in stores, bars, and restaurants after launching in Canada in 2024.

The former NHL player, who calls Colorado his second home, partners with Colorado Craft Distributors and names Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon its brand ambassador.

The new tax break increased the standard deduction to $15,750 for singles and $31,500 for couples filing jointly (the highest ever), meaning more income is protected from taxes and tax experts advise checking forms and keeping records to file accurately before deadlines on Jan.31 and April 15.

Lewis-Palmer D-38 broke ground yesterday on a new Home School Enrichment Academy for homeschooling grades K-12 adjacent to the district’s administration building at 146 N.

Jefferson St. Construction begins February (foundation in April and final checks in July) with the building ready for the 2026-27 school year.

Negotiators from the Colorado River basins are meeting with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum today in Washington to seek a compromise on water cuts before a Feb.

14 deadline — record low-snowpack and differing proposals are adding urgency to the talks.

A Colorado Springs pet owner is urging stricter pet laws after her pomeranian died while in the care of an unlicensed sitter who managed too many dogs (the sitter pleaded guilty on Jan.

20). She calls for laws that recognize pets as more than property.

A ConsumerAffairs study ranked Colorado Springs as the worst city for dating among 110 large cities, scoring 26.33 out of 100—down seven spots from last year—with fewer bars and restaurants and low numbers of singles hindering its dating scene.

Shadow (15) and Yoyo (16) are a bonded pair of senior cats available for adoption at Comfort (Joy Cat Cafe).

They need an indoor, adult-only home and must be adopted together to keep their strong bond intact.

A dining review of Oro, an upscale Italian restaurant at 123 E.

Pikes Peak Ave in downtown Colorado Springs, praised its Rigatoni Bolognese and arancini alla Romana while noting slow service + kitchen lapses that mar an otherwise creative menu featuring locally sourced meats.

Developers working on historic Union Printers Home advanced toward urban renewal as the Urban Renewal Authority accepted a conditions study showing the 26-acre site is blighted.

UPH Partners plans a multi-use redevelopment called Printers Hill featuring housing, retail and a boutique hotel (pending council approval).

Artspace will break ground this year on a new five-story, all-electric live-work building downtown offering 51 affordable units and 3,000 sqft of commercial space.

Leasing applications are open for 40 one-bedroom units at $1,191 and 11 two-bedroom units at $1,418 plus the project aims to boost the creative community.

The Gazette announced the 3A-1A football all-area teams, naming Justin Rich (The Classical Academy) as coach of the year and Thomas Buckmiller from Coronado as the Peak Performer.

The selection spotlights top players from local high schools on offense and defense.

Pikes Punks Comedy Show Featuring Steve Gillespie

8-9:30 p.m. — The Public House at The Alexander — Early Bird tickets available — Enjoy top-notch comedians in an intimate venue with award-winning drinks.

Bright Sunset Date Night

5-7 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — No refunds; all sales final — Enjoy a creative evening as you paint while watching the sunset.

Mellow Mondays Coloring Night

4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Relax and unleash your creativity with a chill coloring night at the brewery.

Bleating Heart Night: Big Table

5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 per pint donation — Enjoy great beer while supporting a local non-profit organization.

Sangha Night: Meditation, Dharma, and Community

6-7 p.m. — Rocky Mountain Insight — Donation-based — Engage in meditation and insightful Dharma talks in a supportive community atmosphere.

Pasta Making with Chef Juwanza

5-7 p.m. — Axe and the Oak Whiskey House — Price TBA — Get hands-on and learn to craft your own pasta while enjoying a fun atmosphere.

Colorado Springs Home & Garden Show

12-6 p.m. — Norris Penrose Event Center — Free parking — Explore innovative home designs and expert landscaping at this comprehensive home show.

Saturday Morning Yoga with Vanessa

10:30-11:30 a.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Bring your own mat — Relax and unwind by the fireplace during this community yoga session.

Galentine's pARTy with Chocolates and BOGO Wines

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40-$49 per person — Celebrate friendship with a painting session, free chocolates, and BOGO wines.

Tuesday Trivia Night at Cerberus Brewing

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Cerberus Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge with trivia and enjoy fresh beer at a local favorite brewery.