Daily editionFriday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
Community
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.
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Business
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.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Economy
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.
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Education
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.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Government
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.
Colorado Public RadioRead more
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.
KOAA News5Read more
Lifestyle
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.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
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.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
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.
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Real Estate
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.
Colorado Springs IndependentRead more
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).
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Sports
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.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Colorado Springs Events
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.
Family Fun Nights at Peterson Library
Tuesday, February 10th, 2026 · 4:30-6:00 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Engage in exciting STEAM activities suitable for all ages with caregiver supervision required.