Daily editionSaturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
Community
Downtown Winter Fest runs today at the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., while the Lunar New Year Festival takes place at Ent Center for the Arts with ticketed shows at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. additional events follow through mid-March.
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Business
Local artist Shawna Lee will debut her expanded product line at Hidden Gems, a local art shop in the Tri-Lakes area, on Feb. 21.
Lee, a nearly 18-year veteran of the Monument community, creates pop-culture inspired shirts, stickers (and soon personalized home decor) to connect neighbors.
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Government
The DDA renewed its microgrant program with funding increased from $150,000 to $200,000 for downtown businesses to upgrade exteriors & interiors, and Main Street will help applicants finish online submissions.
DDA chair Jon Gemelke said final details will be set at a March 3 meeting.
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Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink said the academy will see a new superintendent — after Lt. Gen. Tony Bauernfeind requested retirement — while urging leaders to update technical training for advanced artificial intelligence and collaborative combat aircraft; changes will occur over the next three to six months.
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El Paso County is considering a roadside memorial program that would install standardized 36 x 18-inch blue and white signs at crash sites after a $100 fee, with installation within 60 days and a five-year term — commissioners will vote on the proposal at an upcoming meeting.
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Health
The Colorado Senate approved SB 32, which requires the state Board of Health to follow guidance from pediatric experts when setting immunization schedules; the bill lets pharmacists offer vaccines and updates liability for school vaccine requirements and now heads to the House for review.
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Ten-month-old Emma Jones in Falcon is fighting a rare liver disease affecting 1 in 18,000 children, and her dad Kyle will donate part of his liver with his surgery scheduled for March 16.
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Lifestyle
TCRAS features two pets for adoption this week—Casey, a quiet cat who loves sun and chin rubs, and Olive, a joyful puppy that traveled from New Mexico.
Call TCRAS (719-686-7707) to schedule an appointment if interested.
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Chef’s Kitchen in Colorado Springs is hosting two Valentine-themed cooking classes—a Steakhouse Cooking Class with Wine Pairings on Feb. 13 and a Kids’ Valentine’s Day Donuts Class on Feb. 14.
The Steakhouse class costs $140 per person while the kids’ event is $49 with a $1.23 fee.
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Real Estate
The town of Palmer Lake announced on Feb. 4 that it withdrew a property owner's annexation application for a planned Buc-ee’s build (the release stated the decision came at 10:00 p.m.).
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A recent Housing Needs Assessment shows that decades of underbuilding have left the area with a 27,700-unit shortfall in 2023 and a projected need for 60,000 more homes by 2035; local experts call for rezoning and modern building methods to boost affordable options for lower- and middle-income households.
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Sports
Rylee Edmondson reached 1,000 career points with a career-high 31 points to help the Rangers beat Cheyenne Mountain 53-36 on Friday evening + her family celebrated the milestone with orange and black balloons near midcourt at Lewis-Palmer.
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Colorado Springs pairs figure skaters Ellie Kam and Danny O’Shea scored 66.59 points and earned six team points at the Winter Olympics team event, skating to k.d. lang’s Hallelujah as they performed a triple twist and side-by-side triple Salchows despite a fall on a throw triple loop landing.
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Colorado Springs venues plan Super Bowl watch parties this Sunday with deals like $5 touchdown shots at ViewHouse (7114 Campus Dr.) and $5 pints at CO.A.T.I. Other spots offer food, drink, and game specials as Cerberus Brewing Co. hosts a Puppy Bowl watch party from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free to play — Test your knowledge and enjoy great brews and pizza with friends.
Unplugged at the Lodge
Thursday, February 12th, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Happy Hour pricing available — Experience local musicians performing acoustic originals and covers in a cozy setting.
Friday the 13th Storytelling Show
Friday, February 13th, 2026 · 7:30 p.m. — Storybook Brewing — Ages 18+ — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt stories and laughter on a spooky night.
Valentine's Day Fun for Christian Singles
Saturday, February 14th, 2026 · 12-3 p.m. — Paravicini's Italian Bistro — $20 for Non Hub Members plus cost of lunch and games — Enjoy a cozy Italian lunch followed by games at the Penny Arcade with fellow Christian singles.
The 13th Annual Black History Program
Sunday, February 15th, 2026 · 3-7 p.m. — Ent Center for Performing Arts — Donation Only — Celebrate Black History with live music and a tribute to Motown Records featuring The Four Tops.
MeadowGrass Music Festival 2026 Lineup Release Party
Monday, February 16th, 2026 · 5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 from every pint supports local music — Celebrate the 2025 MeadowGrass lineup while enjoying great brews and supporting the community.
Sweet T’s Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 @ Union Station — Free entry — Experience a lively atmosphere with local blues musicians performing weekly jams.
ROAR Connections at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 · 4:00 – 6:30 PM — Cheyenne Mountain Zoo — Check website for pricing — A unique program for children with differing needs to connect with animals and nature.