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Colorado Springs
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Arc Thrift Stores is expanding its 25th Anniversary Feed Colorado drive statewide starting next Monday—across all 38 stores including four in Colorado Springs—while BOK Financial centers set up food-collection barrels and Safeway offers round-up donations from Feb. 25 through Mar. 10. Colorado Springs Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded Tuesday afternoon to a 10-acre fire at Fort Carson in a training area (the incident happened amid stage two burn restrictions in El Paso County). 11 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gunnar’s Deli (Sandwiches) debuts at Red Leg Brewing Co. at 2323 Garden of the Gods Road, replacing Oliver’s Delicatessen. Owned by brothers Malek and Mo Deeb of Sasquatch Cookies, it opens Tuesday–Saturday 11 a.m.–7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.–6 p.m., serving six sandwiches, kids’ options and a doggie sub. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ FOX21 News teamed up with the Colorado Business Forum and the Digest as Dirk Hobbs of Colorado Media Group discussed Ford Amphitheater’s role in boosting tourism + local business while earning Billboard’s Top West Coast Amphitheater distinction on February 16. Colorado Springs Business Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs offers a vibrant series of arts events starting Feb. 20 with House of GOCA’s wearable art show at Ent Center for the Arts (Shockley-Zalabak Theater), followed by exhibitions, museum events, and art walks through summer. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ This weekend, live music events include classic vocal tributes and rock covers at Ent Center and The Black Sheep on Saturday, a Tom Petty tribute on Friday at Bourbon Brothers, a pops set at Ent Center on Sunday, and *local indie* at Lulu’s Downtown on Feb. 21. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Voters in Best of the Springs crowned pizza spots — awarding gold to Slice 420 at 2501 W. Colorado Ave. for its New York-style pies, silver to Il Vicino at University Village, and bronze to Walter’s303 in Flying Horse — while Rock’s 24 on E. Fountain Blvd. offers Chicago style. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Colorado Springs' Navajo Hogan, a historic landmark (91 years old) that closed in 2021, will reopen next month as new owners work to restore the site and address damage from multiple fires. This effort promises to honor its unique history and community significance. KOAA News5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At a Feb. 11 Park Advisory Board meeting, El Paso County Parks recognized its 2025 Partners in the Park for their role in generating roughly $640,000+ that has funded park upgrades, natural resource preservation, and improved visitor experiences since 2009. El Paso County
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs-based figure skater Amber Glenn did not finish her triple loop in Tuesday's short program and fell to 13th, but she qualified (with a score of 67.39) for her free skate on Thursday and remains a long shot for a podium finish. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Vista Ridge girls basketball edged Rampart by one point on Feb. 11, with several local athletes posting strong numbers in high school games. Wrestling brackets (released Monday) show over 1,300 wrestlers from nearby schools will compete at Ball Arena starting Thursday. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Tuesday’s game saw Doherty girls basketball overcome a slow start and travel violations to beat Vista Ridge 41-33, marking their fourth win in a row. The Spartans will try to extend their streak when they face league-leading Pine Creek soon (a sign of their growing confidence). Colorado Springs Gazette
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Rodger Lizaola's Comedy Special Filming
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter as Rodger Lizaola films his 30-minute special for Open Bar Comedy.
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Steven Briggs Live!
9:45-11:15 PM — Loonees Comedy Corner — General Admission and VIP Options Available — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Steven Briggs, fresh from his tour performing for US troops.
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Saturday Bike Ride
6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Enjoy an evening ride with the Colorado Springs Cycling Club to Glen Eyrie Castle.
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Birds & Brews: Birdwatching Hike and Brewery Visit
4-7 p.m. — Ute Valley Park & 105 West Brewing — Waitlist available — Search for birds like Bluebirds and Finches before enjoying craft brews at a nearby brewery.
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Early Childhood Development: Music and Movement
6-8 p.m. — Family Success Center - Pikes Peak United Way — Free entry — Discover how music and movement enhance early childhood development in a fun and engaging way.
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Bleating Heart Night for Suicide Prevention
5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Support Pikes Peak Suicide Prevention Partnership while enjoying great craft beer.
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Family Swim at Peterson SFB Aquatic Center
10 AM – 1 PM — Peterson SFB Aquatic Center — Active Duty: $2.00, Adults: $5.00, Children: $4.00 — Dive into family fun in a shallow swim area.
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Unplugged at the Lodge
6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Happy Hour pricing available — Enjoy live acoustic performances by local musicians every Thursday evening.
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Just Nesh Comedy Show
9:45 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — General Admission: Two item minimum purchase — Experience high energy comedy from Taneshia 'Just Nesh' Rice, a rising star on the circuit.
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Film in the Community: Screening of I'm Carl Lewis
1-3 p.m. — Peak Education — Free entry — Celebrate Black History Month with a documentary exploring the legacy of Olympic legend Carl Lewis.
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