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Colorado Springs
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Colorado Springs man accused of sending an email that threatened Tesla owners and Elon Musk was arrested Tuesday by federal agents + a search of his residence recovered handguns matching details in his message. 11 News
- ➤ Officers responded to a drive-by shooting on November 29th at the 2200 block of Monteagle Street when a woman waiting in her car heard gunfire as an unknown man fired about 19 rounds at her vehicle and a nearby house without injuring her, and an arrest warrant obtained Tuesday charged Colorado Springs resident Joshua Spradling with two counts of first-degree attempted murder, felony menacing and illegal discharge of a firearm—he was already in custody on separate charges. 11 News
- ➤ Nicholas Jordan, accused of shooting Celie Rain Montgomery and Samuel Knopp on UCCS campus in February 2024, was found guilty of first-degree murder by a jury on Wednesday. 11 News
- ➤ Colorado Springs police arrested 34-year-old Jonathan Rohde on Wednesday for motor vehicle theft after a surveillance operation—he had evaded arrest three times and was found with a stolen gun and a large amount of methamphetamine. 11 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs seniors Joy Gregory and Ezekiel Lambert, who work at The Broadmoor Golf Club, were awarded the Western Golf Association’s Chick Evans Scholarship—a four-year program valued at roughly $125,000 that will cover tuition and housing; both will begin classes at CU Boulder in the fall. Colorado Springs Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs Fire Department warned residents that hot, dry and windy conditions are keeping wildfire danger high and urged them to clear brush (a 30-foot safety zone), dispose of fire hazards, prepare go-bags and set evacuation plans. Lt. Will Rogers said wind increases the risk on red flag days when fires can spread faster than people can run. 11 News
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Wyatt Cote Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — General Admission starts at two-item minimum — Enjoy a night of laughter with award-winning comedian Wyatt Cote and special guests.
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Paw Patrol Live!
10 AM – 2 PM — Pikes Peak Center For The Performing Arts — Ticket required for ages 1 and up — Watch your favorite pups from Adventure Bay come to life in an exciting live show.
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Spring Awakening: An Easter Sound Journey
3:30-5 p.m. — Singing Bowls of the Rockies — $0.98 ticket fee — Immerse in sacred vibrations and embrace renewal through a transformative sound bath experience.
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Quick Evening Escape at the East Library
5:15-5:45 p.m. — Pikes Peak Library District - East Library — Free entry — Enjoy a calming break at the library with stories and playtime for your little ones.
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Steak Night
3:30-7 p.m. — Peterson SFB Hub Community Center — $14 — Indulge in a mouthwatering hand-cut ribeye steak with loaded baked potato and fresh salad.
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Pet Food Distribution Volunteer Event
7-9 a.m. — Westside Community Center — Free participation — Help local families by distributing pet food to those in need.
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Wayne Wilkinson Live Performance
5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free show — Enjoy a cozy evening with jazzy guitar tunes and refreshing drinks in a stylish bar setting.
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Blithe Spirit
7:30 p.m. — Ent Center for the Arts — $12 general admission — A comedic drama where a séance accidentally summons a troublesome ghost from the past.
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Live Music with Frank Moore
6-9 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy original tunes and covers from a local legend at this intimate cafe.
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Sunday Worship Service
4-6 a.m. — Outreach Inc. — Free entry — Participate in a weekly worship experience for community connection and spiritual enrichment.
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