Daily editionMonday, March 30th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 30th of March.
Community
Colorado Springs is urging residents to prepare immediately amid rising wildfire risk brought on by record warm winter temperatures and increased Red Flag Warnings.
The Ready, Set, Go campaign advises families to sign up for alerts (including emergency updates), pack essential supplies, and develop an evacuation plan.
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Local officials and veterans honored Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day yesterday at Memorial Park with wreath-laying, playing of taps, and a seven-tone bell salute as Councilmember Dave Donelson read a resolution passed Tuesday to recognize those who served and are still missing.
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Mountain Metro Bus Route 3 now offers free rides, connecting the downtown terminal + Old Colorado City with Memorial Park in Manitou Springs.
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Catholic Charities held its 25th annual St. Patrick’s Gala at Cheyenne Mountain Resort, where 325 guests raised $375,000 to support food + rent services for those in need.
Bishop James Golka, named archbishop-designate for Denver, said farewell as he prepared for his new role.
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Friends, family members, and colleagues gathered on March 27 in Monument to dedicate a bench in the waterwise demonstration garden at Beacon Lite Road - Third Street as a fitting tribute to late councilman Jim Romanello's service and community impact.
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Master Sergeant John Mazzella turned 100 today in Colorado Springs; the veteran served 30 years in the Air Force (including three wars) and still runs marathons, walks, and lifts weights to keep active.
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Business
A $3 million lottery jackpot ticket was sold at Safeway on North Union Boulevard on Wednesday night, although the winner has yet to come forward.
The ticket must be claimed within 180 days and funds support local parks, trails and wildlife.
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Culture
Colorado Springs illustrator Luke Flowers, who has done 85 children’s books including projects with Netflix star Phil Rosenthal, works from his creative space called the Creative Cave (showing his love for Kermit prints and childhood toys).
His popular Moby Shinobi series and other books continue to inspire young readers.
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Economy
Today, gas prices in Colorado Springs average $3.84 at the pump — up $1.03 since last month and 93 cents higher than last year.
The small drop in cost does little to ease the burden on drivers facing steep fuel prices.
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Environment
State Forester McCombs said that a record warm winter is letting pine beetles thrive along the Front Range, making trees more likely to fuel wildfires.
Governor Polis announced a Ponderosa Mountain Pine Beetle Task Force to help homeowners protect trees and properties (and maintain water sources).
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Government
Local ranchers worry a DOE transmission corridor proposal could affect up to 15,000 acres in southeastern Colorado - they plan to rally support and petition USDA Secretary Rollins at an upcoming meeting.
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Sports
Matthew Lebron earned the Gazette’s 1A-4A Peak Performer of the Year award today after scoring 32 points in a key game and surpassing 2,000 career points — his achievement boosts local pride and fuels his future college basketball plans.
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Gazette Preps named top players in 4A-1A boys basketball by awarding Wes McKenzie as coach of the year and Matthew Lebron as Peak Performer, with first and second team selections spanning local schools.
The announcement highlights strong performances from high school athletes across the region.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Blues Review
Sunday, April 5th, 2026 · 6-10 p.m. — Louie Louie's Piano Bar — $10 cover — Experience an exciting evening with live blues bands on the BIG stage.
Big Band Jazz & Dance Night
Monday, April 6th, 2026 · 6-8:30 p.m. — Louie Louie's Piano Bar — $10 cover — Experience an unforgettable big band jazz show with dance lessons during intermission.
Black Rose Acoustic Society Fundraiser: Bleating Heart Night
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 · 5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy live acoustic music while supporting a local nonprofit at a cozy brewery event.
Colorado College Music at Midday
Wednesday, April 8th, 2026 · 12:15-1:15 p.m. — Sperry S. And Ella Graber Packard Hall of Music and Art — Free entry — Experience the diverse musical talents of Colorado College students showcasing vocal and instrumental works.
Mom's Unhinged Standup Comedy Show
Thursday, April 9th, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of hilarious storytelling about motherhood, marriage, and the joys of life with special comedic guests.