Daily editionFriday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
Community
Springs Rescue Mission marks 30 years of service by helping individuals with shelter and meals in our city.
The nonprofit, which has served over 400 million meals, will host events throughout the year & deepen its community impact.
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Colorado Springs Utilities released a draft plan for improved trails and safer service roads around Pikes Peak reservoirs near North Slope.
Public feedback is accepted online until the end of March + work on alternative routes and seasonal access is planned for summer.
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Culture
The second annual Spring Wonderland Festival will take over Old Colorado City on Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. at Bancroft Park and Colorado Avenue (featuring a Mad Hatter Tea Party for $10, arts and crafts, live music, and costume contests) to celebrate spring.
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Local icon Linda Seger, acclaimed as a script consultant, equestrian, professor, and author, died Feb. 16.
A memorial service is scheduled for 1 p.m. April 25 at Church in the Wildwood in Green Mountain Falls.
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Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs has unveiled its concert season lineup.
Act highlights include comedian John Mulaney on May 14 — Tik-Tok singer Alex Warren on June 3 — and cellist Yo-Yo Ma with the Colorado Symphony on June 5; ticket prices start at $73.
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Economy
A new report from the Downtown Partnership shows downtown boomed in 2025 with residents nearly doubling to 4,860, 40+ new businesses opening, and total sales rising 7% from 2024.
The report also notes increased visits and hotel occupancy and details upcoming residential projects.
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Education
Monument Academy received a $17 million donation from an anonymous donor on March 18 to fund its new 750-seat performing arts center (the largest private gift to a K–12 school) at its East Campus, which will boost arts programs and serve the local community.
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Environment
Wildfires continue in southern Colorado— the largest at Fort Carson burned 1,600 acres and reached 60 percent containment as of Wednesday while a 65-acre blaze burns along Highway 115 in Fremont County; the Buttemilk fire near Westcliffe is 80 percent contained and evacuation orders are in effect with no buildings lost.
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Government
The Joint Budget Committee approved a Medicaid caregiving cap reducing hours from 112 to 56 per week, with the change set to start gradually on July 1 and become official on November 1 (exceptions will be available based on strict criteria).
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Lifestyle
The French Kitchen Culinary Center at 4771 N. Academy Blvd. is offering two special deals in March; today you can pre-order a $15 box of macarons for National Macaron Day and tomorrow enjoy a buy-two-get-one-free deal on its signature baguettes.
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife is offering guided hikes and Junior Ranger programs at Mueller State Park in April for all ages.
Events include hikes on April 4, 9, 11, 18, and 26 (check the CPW website for any schedule updates).
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Sports
Switchbacks FC owner Dean Weidner died on Thursday, March 19 in Colorado Springs, and his cause of death remains unknown as the team shared the news on social media.
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After the Stars won a shootout Wednesday, the Avalanche’s 12-point lead has shrunk to a 2-point margin (3 with tiebreakers) as injuries and scoring slumps add pressure ahead of their playoff push.
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Colorado Springs Events
Colorado Super Show & Swap Meet
Saturday, March 21st, 2026 · 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Norris Penrose Event Center — Compete for over $3,500 in prizes — Experience the finest custom and antique motorcycles at Southern Colorado's premier motorcycle show.
Colorado Super Show & Swap Meet
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 · 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Norris Penrose Event Center — Entry Fee Required — Experience Southern Colorado's premier motorcycle show featuring custom builds and live entertainment.
Big Band Jazz & Dance Night
Monday, March 23rd, 2026 · 6 p.m. — Louie Louie's Piano Bar — One cover charge — Enjoy live big band jazz and learn to dance during set breaks.
Sweet T's Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 @ Union Station — Free entry — Enjoy a night of soulful blues performances at this spirited jam session.
Boots & Brews Featuring Kylie Morgan
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 · 6 p.m. — Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cheap drinks — Enjoy great tunes with Oklahoma’s own Kylie Morgan at a lively boots and brews event.
Free Comedy Night at Goat Patch Brewing Northgate
Thursday, March 26th, 2026 · 7:30-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company - Northgate — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with laughter and local comedians while sipping on great brews.
Bluegrass Night with Denson, Ramsey, and Thompson
Friday, March 27th, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Enjoy a night of local bluegrass tunes with a friendly community vibe.
Battle For Brat Fest Finale
Saturday, March 28th, 2026 · 6 PM – 12 AM — Sunshine Studios Live — $5 per ticket — Support Sabbatar at this lively music event.
Hotel California - The Original Eagles Tribute Band
Sunday, March 29th, 2026 · 7:30-9 p.m. — Pikes Peak Center For The Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary sound of The Eagles through an acclaimed tribute band.
Bad Self Portraits Live
Monday, March 30th, 2026 · 8-11 p.m. — Lulu's Downtown — $19.90 — Experience a captivating indie-rock performance that blends raw emotion and musical depth.