Daily editionSaturday, April 19th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of April.
Community
The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region cared for two stray dogs—Reggie and Willow—who arrived on a cold day with little strength and weight; foster care helped them gain weight until they were ready for adoption and found loving homes.
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Education
District 11 fired athletic director Chris Noll effective April 3 and school board officials said no further details are available because of personnel rules.
Updates will be provided as more information is released.
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Government
Colorado Springs Airport finished a three-day FAA inspection and received a report with no mistakes — a sign it met strict federal safety rules — and officials praised the hard work of its maintenance and operations teams.
City of Colorado SpringsRead more
Colorado Springs Events
Family Activity: Customize Your Party Llama
Sunday, April 20th, 2025 · 1-2:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $27-$29 per person — Unleash your creativity with a family-friendly painting class guided by a talented instructor.
Quick Evening Escape at the East Library
Monday, April 21st, 2025 · 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.
Family Fun Nights
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025 · 4:30-6 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Engage in fun STEAM activities suitable for all ages with caregiver supervision.
All-Ages Story Time
Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful session of stories, songs, and crafts designed for all ages.
Live Music with Levi Maez
Thursday, April 24th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — No cover — Enjoy classic rock, folk, and country vibes with a local legend performing live.
Blithe Spirit
Friday, April 25th, 2025 · 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.
Pikes Punks Comedy Show: Ben Bryant
Saturday, April 26th, 2025 · 8-9:30 p.m. — The Public House at The Alexander — Two-item minimum — Enjoy a night of laughter featuring comedian Ben Bryant and supporting acts in Colorado Springs' premiere comedy show.
Sunday Worship Service
Sunday, April 27th, 2025 · 4-6 a.m. — Outreach Inc. — Free entry — Participate in a weekly worship experience for community connection and spiritual enrichment.
Silversun Pickups Live Concert
Monday, April 28th, 2025 · 9:30 p.m. — The Black Sheep — Cheap tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of Silversun Pickups in Colorado Springs.
Scavenger Hunt in Colorado Springs
Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 · 6 PM – 4 AM — Anywhere in Colorado Springs — Tickets required — Enjoy a family-friendly scavenger hunt with a modern twist and riddle-like clues.