Daily editionWednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
Community
Colorado Springs Tenants will launch a citywide union on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at First Congregational Church (20 E. St. Vrain St.) to network, adopt a structure, and share renters’ rights information after over a year of organizing by Colorado Springs Pro-Housing Partnership.
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Business
Popular pizza spot Slice 420 is expanding downtown to 107 N. Tejon St. to serve late night crowds on weekends.
The Slice 420 Express will open within 90 days (in the former Bento Heaven space and using the same fresh dough as its Old Colorado City outlet).
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FFO Goods, a family business, opened its first permanent store at 2708-B W. Colorado Ave in Old Colorado City last week.
The shop sells handcrafted candles made with coconut wax and is open Sunday, Monday, Thursday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Culture
U.S. Poet Laureate Arthur Sze will conduct a free reading at 7 p.m. Thursday at Cornerstone Arts Center, 825 N. Cascade Ave as part of Colorado College’s Visiting Writer Series — a book signing and reception with coffee and dessert will follow.
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Ivalas Quartet and guest clarinetist Sergei Vassiliev will perform multicultural pieces at Ent Center for the Arts (5225 N. Nevada Ave.) on Thursday, March 26 at 7 p.m., highlighting works by underrepresented composers that engage local music lovers.
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Environment
More than 100 firefighters achieved 24% containment on the 24 fire after it scorched 7,385 acres on Monday night along Fort Carson land between Penrose + Colorado Springs; a town hall was held at Penrose Elementary’s gym at 6 p.m. Tuesday for community updates.
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Government
Colorado Springs Utilities will lower electricity and gas rates starting April 1 after a City Council approval Tuesday morning, saving the average family about $9.70 per month for stable pricing until the next rate change in March + a future gas line rider may add about $8 per month.
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Lifestyle
Mation, a 10-year-old German Shepherd mix, seeks a loving home to enjoy her golden years, and the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region offers her adoption for $99+which covers a vet exam, vaccinations, and a microchip.
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Sports
Due to a historic low snowpack, Monarch Mountain is closing skier paths early and will end its season on Sunday; the mountain hosts costume-themed events from Tuesday to Sunday, including a Ski Patrol Appreciation Day Friday and a Gunbarrel Challenge on Sunday.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Unplugged at the Lodge
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 · 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Happy Hour pricing available — Enjoy acoustic performances from local musicians every Thursday evening.
LIVE at the Lodge - Kelly and Katie
Friday, April 3rd, 2026 · 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Enjoy a free concert by the fireplace while sipping on locally crafted drinks.
LIVE at the Lodge - Craig Walter
Saturday, April 4th, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening by the fireplace with live music and craft beverages.