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Colorado Springs
Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ El Paso County is reducing lanes on Struthers Road and shifting traffic on North Gate Boulevard near their intersection, causing brief delays from a stormwater project. The Backyard Farmers Market starts on April 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Edith Wolford Elementary. Colorado Springs Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Law enforcement cleared an illegal campsite near Green Mountain Falls after residents reported trash and trespassing; deputies first visited on March 11 and returned on March 25 with Code Enforcement and Junk King to clean the area (trash filled enough to fill a small dumpster and a tree limb structure was found). Colorado Springs Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Body Mind Spirit Celebration runs from April 10 through April 12 at Norris Penrose Event Center and offers aura photos, psychic readings and energy workshops. Attendees can pay $12 for general admission and $30 for unlimited 20-minute sessions. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ On Friday morning, ABC’s Good Morning America aired a live segment from the snow-dusted summit of Pikes Peak and showcased a visit to the Air Force Academy — a vivid look at the state’s iconic outdoor beauty. Colorado Springs Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Apr. 9, the Colorado State Board of Education denied ERBOCES’s application for the Colorado Virtual Tech Academy for grades 6-12, citing too many virtual schools and enrollment drop-offs; the proposed program had planned technical coursework with partners (Stellar Virtual and Penn Foster). Colorado Springs Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Great Outdoors Adventures hosts an Earth Day cleanup on April 22 starting at 1:00 p.m. at GOA in Woodland Park where 50 volunteers will use UTVs or Jeeps to collect trash and then share food and fun — with support from local sponsors. Colorado Springs Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs Airport held its (Flights and Bites) event on April 7 to unveil two new concessions, Colorado Craft and Evolve by Hudson, and to showcase progress on modernization efforts including ramp construction and gate improvements; more upgrades and a new food court opening in September are planned. City of Colorado Springs
- ➤ The Air Force Academy announced on Thursday that Col. Brandon Tellez, a former fighter pilot with 300 combat hours + current senior executive officer to the Air Force vice chief of staff, will take over as commandant of cadets to lead military training for future officers. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ The Colorado Springs Police Department’s new K9 Koa will soon receive a bullet and stab protective vest donated by Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. — the vest, sponsored by Shána Leeper and inscribed in memory of Beverly McIllwain, is expected in ten weeks. City of Colorado Springs
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Voices of Grief Support and Education Center will merge with Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care to broaden grief support services for hospice patients and community members. The merger is expected to be finalized this month (collaborative discussions led to the new partnership). Colorado Springs Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Avalanche clinched their division and top playoff seed and will face renewed challenges from the Dallas Stars next round as they look to build on recent close shootouts (analysts note a shift in focus). Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Air Force men's basketball announced that assistant coaches Jon Jordan + Capt. Sid Tomes will stay on staff for the 2026-27 season under new head coach Joe Crispin. Jordan, a nine-year assistant and former interim head coach, and Tomes, returning for his second season, will join other newly appointed staff. Colorado Springs Gazette
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Yoga Nidra Guided Meditation
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Praxis Yoga — $20 drop-in or included in memberships — Experience deep relaxation and rejuvenation through guided meditation.
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Just Between Friends Spring Sale
11 AM – 1 PM — Colorado Springs Event Center — Check event page for entry fee — Spring sale event showcasing a variety of items for families.
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Pikes Peak at Dusk | Add Glitter!
5-7 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Participation fee required — Unleash your creativity in a guided painting session while enjoying beverages and snacks.
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Victory Garden Market
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Cottonwood Center for the Arts — Free entry — Learn from Master Gardeners and shop local artisan goods at this vibrant community market.
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Hoodoo Honey Blues Night
6:00 – 9:30 PM — Louie Louie's Piano Bar — Cost info not provided — Experience soulful blues with a touch of funk from Hoodoo Honey and Teri Senior.
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Eric Thorin: Lyons Jam - Open Bluegrass Jam
6-10 p.m. — Oskar Blues Grill & Brew — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a vibrant bluegrass jam led by renowned bassist Eric Thorin.
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Moms Group Meeting
4-6 p.m. — Church For All Nations — Free entry — Connect with fellow moms and share experiences in a welcoming environment.
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Open Bar: Live Comedy Recording
7:30-9 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — General Admission and VIP options available — Experience comedy specials filmed live featuring top headliners.
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Igor and Red Elvises Concert
8-11 p.m. — Vultures — Tickets starting at $28.05 — Experience a lively mix of Siberian Surf Rock and humorous lyrics from the celebrated Red Elvises.
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Pikes Punks Comedy Show Featuring Ben Bryant
8-9:30 p.m. — The Public House at The Alexander — Early Bird tickets available — Experience top-notch comedy in an intimate setting with acclaimed acts from Comedy Central, Netflix, and HBO.
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