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Colorado Springs
Saturday, February 8th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Veteran's Affairs of Eastern Colorado celebrated Master Sergeant Edwin Beck's 100th birthday, honoring his service in World War II, the Korean War, and continued support for veterans. 11 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs firefighters quickly extinguished a grass fire at Bear Creek Park, sparked by embers from a grill exacerbated by high winds. 11 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The trial of Justin Kula, accused of the manslaughter of parole officer Christine Guerin Sandoval in Colorado Springs, starts Monday with jury selection. KOAA News5
- ➤ Pikes Peak Area Crime Stoppers have published a list of wanted fugitives in the Colorado Springs region, requesting public assistance for information. FOX21
- ➤ The Fourth District Court ruled against allowing defense attorneys an independent evidence review in the University of Colorado Colorado Springs double homicide case. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Two individuals were arrested in Colorado Springs for possessing nearly 200 grams of methamphetamine, cocaine, and other narcotics during a traffic stop. Colorado Springs Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 'Adolph Bandelier: Southwestern Retrospective Exhibition' at Miramont Castle showcases nearly 50 historic photos to explore the mysterious history of its founder, Father Jean Baptiste Francolon, and his connections to the Southwest. Colorado Springs Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fort Carson Fire Department is addressing a grass fire in the base's training area, with expected increased smoke visibility due to heavy winds. KOAA News5
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CC Tigers Men's Basketball Game Against University of Dallas
The CC Tigers Men's Basketball team faces off against the University of Dallas at El Pomar Sports Center.
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Baby Time: Interactive Session for Infants
This event offers interactive songs, rhymes, and playtime for babies aged 0-12 months and their caregivers.
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Toddler Time at Pikes Peak Library
This engaging program invites one and two-year-olds, accompanied by a favorite adult, to enjoy nursery rhymes, music, movement, and short stories aimed at enhancing vocabulary in a playful setting.
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Children's Storytime for Ages 3-7
A storytime event featuring engaging stories for children ages 3-7 and their caregivers, with sensory accommodations available.
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Toddler Time at Cheyenne Mountain Library
An engaging event for toddlers aged 1 to 2 featuring songs, rhymes, and stories, designed for children and their caregivers.
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Alyssa Ruffin Live Concert
Alyssa Ruffin will perform live at the Colorado Springs Elks Lodge, offering an evening of music entertainment.
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Galentine's Day Spa Party: Pampering for Friends
The Galentine's Day Spa Party invites participants to enjoy a day of self-care with spa treatments, brunch, and tutorials on skincare in a relaxing environment.
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February PopUp Choir: Singing 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow'
A community choir event open to all singing enthusiasts to practice and perform 'Somewhere Over the Rainbow' while benefiting the Colorado Springs Youth Choir.
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Interactive Baby Time Program
An interactive session for babies aged 0-12 months and their caregivers featuring songs, rhymes, and playtime.
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Family Fun Nights at Peterson Library
Each Tuesday evening, families can participate in various STEAM activities designed for all ages with caregiver supervision required.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you want to master something, teach it. If you want to learn something, do it.
~ Richard Feynman
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