Daily editionThursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
Community
Visitors can purchase timed-entry permits and shuttle tickets Wednesday to secure spots on Pikes Peak for the 2026 season.
Vehicles passing mile 7 from May 22 to Sept. 30 need a $2 permit, while shuttle service (running daily until Aug. 9) makes stops at Glen Cove, Devils Playground, and the summit.
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Culture
Shen Yun returns with a new show at the Pikes Peak Center this weekend — featuring Chinese dance, music, acrobatics and wordless storytelling from 5,000 years of history.
Performances start Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m., with tickets at $80.
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Colorado Springs artist Shannon Mello opens her exhibit 'What I Pick Up Along the Way' at Auric Gallery (125 E. Boulder St.) tomorrow from 5-8 p.m. The show features 200 encaustic pieces from an 18-month project and exhibits works by Michele Ledoux, Sonal Kamalia, and Kristopher Orr through April.
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Education
Taylor Schreiner, 18, a senior from Discovery Canyon High School (daughter of Brig.
Gen. Robert Schreiner), was named Operation Homefront’s 2026 Military Child of the Year for the U.S. Space Force after being chosen among over 1,000 nominees; she will receive $10,000, a laptop, and other gifts.
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Twain Elementary School in Colorado Springs ended its lockdown Wednesday after police determined a reported threat was non-credible (officials confirmed no indication of danger).
Classes resumed once the situation was cleared.
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Government
Colorado Springs native and Air Force Maj. Nichole Ayers, who piloted a SpaceX Crew 10 mission and spent 146 days on the ISS, said the Artemis II mission is a key test bed for future lunar travel after NASA launched the deep-space journey yesterday (at Kennedy Space Center in Florida).
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Health
Former liver failure patient Jeremy Mares joined UCHealth staff and organ donation advocates at Memorial Hospital Central on Wednesday to launch National Donate Life Month; his recovery inspires others (he now volunteers with Donor Alliance).
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Sports
Avalanche star Cale Makar missed his first games this season starting Wednesday against the Canucks after suffering an upper-body injury in Monday’s Flames game, and coach Jared Bednar said Nick Blankenburg will replace him as the team pushes toward the playoffs.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
2026 Brew Fest
Friday, April 10th, 2026 · 6-10 p.m. — Peterson SFB Hub Community Center — $25 per person — Enjoy craft brews and live music while sampling local flavors.
Dreamboat Annie Presents: Journey to the Heart of Zeppelin
Saturday, April 11th, 2026 · 7:30-10:30 p.m. — Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Cost info not provided — Experience a night of rock classics as Dreamboat Annie pays tribute to Journey, Heart, and Led Zeppelin.
Date Night Painting Class with Free Drink
Sunday, April 12th, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40-$48 per person — Enjoy an evening of creativity with your first drink on the house while you paint.