Daily editionSunday, March 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of March.
Community
Local nonprofits are hosting a series of fundraising events beginning today through Aug. 15.
Events include Jersey Mike’s Sub Month of Giving, a bake sale, a raffle, and a car show with details emailed two weeks ahead for the Community Calendar.
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Angels of America’s Fallen will host its annual gala on April 18 at 5:30 p.m. at Hotel Polaris to support children who lost a parent in service; the event will feature 11-year-old Cooper Dean showcasing his culinary skills with a cheesecake that will be auctioned.
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Culture
A busy slate of local events awaits—yesterday's Spring Wonderland Festival concluded at Bancroft Park, and upcoming celebrations include Theatreworks Season Sharing Party on March 30 at Ent Center, Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival on April 11 at Stargazers Theatre, and several festivals through Sept. 20.
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Education
Fountain-Fort Carson District 8’s Youth Advisory Council will host its first annual Youth Voice Summit on April 24, 2026, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Fountain-Fort Carson High School for 6th-12th graders and adults who work with youth, featuring Tampa Bay Buccaneers player Rashad Wisdom as the keynote speaker.
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Palmer Ridge High School unveiled two new student murals—one above the gym by senior Lauren Russo with sports scenes and mental health support, and another in the art hallway by junior Payton Wurster reimagining Van Gogh’s Starry Night using school colors, funded by donations.
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Environment
Fort Carson officials reported that the wildfire along Colorado 115 grew little overnight but challenging winds and rising heat on Saturday made control difficult; evacuation orders remain in place while firefighters + hotshot crews work to secure the perimeter and no injuries or structure damage have been reported.
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Government
Fort Carson is set to fire 155mm training artillery and inert rockets in May at the Piñon Canyon Maneuver Training Site northwest of Trinidad, amid dry conditions that heighten fire risk + concerns about damage to historic sites.
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Health
Colorado's fentanyl overdose deaths have risen 17% since December 2024 (the third-fastest increase nationally) while rates across the country dropped 21%, prompting calls to revisit state drug policies.
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Lifestyle
The Airplane Restaurant in Colorado Springs offers a unique dining experience inside a Boeing KC-97 tanker (serving 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 11 a.m.-9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays) with airplane-themed decor and aviation artifacts that reflect decades of history.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Sweet T's Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 — Free entry — Experience a lively evening of blues music at Sweet T's Rude Blues Jam.
Shallow End Fitness
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026 · 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Peterson SFB Aquatic Center — Free entry — Work out independently in the reserved shallow end of the pool.