Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
🏘️ Community
A Colorado Springs teen, Taylor Schreiner (18), is named the 2026 Military Child of the Year for the Space Force by Operation Homefront.
The senior at Discovery Canyon High School has overcome military life challenges and is recognized for her leadership and resilience.
A Colorado Springs transportation service offering free rides for people in recovery is drawing strong community support after a local news feature today, and owner Danny Bennett said he has received many messages and offers to help amid rising gas prices.
💼 Business
A person who bought a lottery ticket at Safeway on North Union Boulevard won a $3.12 million jackpot last week with a cash option of $1,560,380.
The winner has 180 days to claim the prize, and funds will support local parks, trails, recreation and wildlife.
FOX21 News joined with the Colorado Business Forum and Digest to deliver Southern Colorado business news on Monday.
Dirk Hobbs (Founder and Executive Publisher with the Colorado Media Group) discussed how the Conducting Business Leadership event in Denver used precision of the Colorado Symphony to help leaders align teams.
🎭 Culture
Theatreworks announced its new season at the Ent Center for the Arts — opening Sept.
10 with Tony Award-winning 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street' — followed by four more plays that will entertain local audiences.
🎓 Education
Colorado’s Universal Preschool program shows record growth with 32,720 applications received for the upcoming school year, though about 29% of eligible children remain unenrolled.
Officials plan improvements to speed and accessibility to drive enrollment to 72% this year and 77% by 2030 — saving families roughly $6,300 per child annually.
Gov. Jared Polis read aloud to children at Early Connections Learning Centers downtown on March 26 when he handed out the 3 millionth book from the Imagination Library of Colorado, a program that provides free monthly books to kids aged 0–5 across all 64 counties & now offers bilingual options. The program builds early literacy and encourages lasting reading habits.
🌲 Environment
Colorado Master Gardener Debra Stinton Othitis advises locals planning to plant a tree for Arbor Day to avoid species that harm the local ecosystem & damage property.
She notes that invasive trees, weak cottonwoods, silver maples, pest-prone ashes, black walnuts, aspen colonies and the Callery pear can lead to issues.
Firefighters reported 86 percent containment on the 24 fire burning southwest of Colorado Springs that started on March 17 and consumed 7,407 acres.
Moisture expected Tuesday evening may boost efforts after an update Monday while investigators determined a car leaving Highway 115 caused the blaze.
🏈 Sports
Pueblo boxer Cecelia Hernandez (11) won three unanimous national boxing titles on Mar.
30 while training to go pro and chase Olympic dreams, sparking inspiration among local youth.
Lewis-Palmer senior Jonas Miller was named the Gazette Preps 6A-5A Boys Basketball Peak Performer of the Year after guiding the Rangers through a challenging season with leadership both on and off the court.
He rallied teammates following setbacks while improving team unity for future contests.
Avalanche forward Joel Kiviranta (Playoff Kivi) has become a defensive asset for his team, particularly when paired with Parker Kelly and Jack Drury.
Looking ahead to the game against Winnipeg on Saturday, coach Jared Bednar is confident Kiviranta’s consistent forechecking will keep the team competitive.
🎉 Colorado Springs Events
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Baby & Toddler Story Time
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts for little ones.
Unplugged at the Lodge
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Happy Hour pricing available — Enjoy acoustic performances from local musicians every Thursday evening.
The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show
6-9 p.m. — Great Wolf Lodge — Ticket required — Enjoy an interactive evening of comedy and mystery in a unique dinner setting.
LIVE at the Lodge - Craig Walter
6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening by the fireplace with live music and craft beverages.
Kid’s Closet Clothing Swap
12-1 p.m. — Lyda Hill Institute for Human Resilience at UCCS — Free entry — Bring gently used kids' clothes to swap and support local families.
Big Band Jazz & Dance Night
6-8:30 p.m. — Louie Louie's Piano Bar — $10 cover — Experience an unforgettable big band jazz show with dance lessons during intermission.
Faculty Artists Concert at Packard Hall
3-4 p.m. — Sperry S. And Ella Graber Packard Hall of Music and Art — Free entry — Experience the diverse talents of CC Music Faculty featuring piano, strings, and gamelan.
Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing Company
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free to play — Test your knowledge and enjoy delicious brews and pizza with friends.
Golden Brushes Art Class for Seniors
10 AM – 12 PM — Painting with a Twist — All supplies included — Unleash creativity in a relaxed setting while making new friends and learning from a guiding artist.
2026 Brew Fest
6-10 p.m. — Peterson SFB Hub Community Center — $25 per person — Enjoy craft brews and live music while sampling local flavors.
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