Daily editionTuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
Community
Taylor Schreiner (a 17-year-old high school senior who earned her CNA license and volunteered at Children's Hospital) is being honored this week in Washington, D.C. as Military Child of the Year for the Space Force, reflecting her leadership and family’s military service.
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Culture
Local cultural events begin tomorrow with the Southern Colorado in Harmony Festival at Pikes Peak Center, followed by The Gazette Best of the Springs Party on April 23 at COS City Hub and an open house at Rochette Money Museum on April 25, with arts, music & family events later.
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From April 20 to May 29, a vibrant lineup of music events will take place at local venues including The Black Sheep and the Ent Center for the Arts — offering choices from rock tributes to classical concerts and benefits.
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Education
With Child Abuse Prevention Month underway, experts urge parents in Colorado Springs to discuss *digital consent* with children as minors increasingly share images online.
Maureen Basenberg of Safe Passage advises families to ask permission before posting photos to help kids understand the lasting impact.
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Government
Starting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, traffic on 8th Street over Fountain Creek will shift to two lanes each direction by 5 a.m. Wednesday as crews work on the west side, moving traffic to the east side with the center lanes reopening and the right southbound lane closed.
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Health
Colorado Springs Police Department partners with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration to host National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at four sites (King Soopers, Memorial Hospital North, Police Operations Center, and Security Public Library) so residents can safely dispose of unused medications.
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Sports
CityROCK North, a 32,500 sqft indoor climbing facility — the largest and tallest of its kind south of Denver — began construction last week at 11541 Ent Parkway in northern Colorado Springs and will open around summer 2027.
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Colorado Springs Events
Moms Group Meeting
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026 · 4-6 p.m. — Church For All Nations — Free entry — Connect with fellow moms and share experiences in a welcoming environment.
Open Bar: Live Comedy Recording
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 · 7:30-9 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — General Admission and VIP options available — Experience comedy specials filmed live featuring top headliners.
Igor and Red Elvises Concert
Friday, April 24th, 2026 · 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.
JC Currais Live Comedy Show
Saturday, April 25th, 2026 · 9:15-10:45 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — Two item minimum purchase — Experience high-energy hilarity from a NY Comedy Festival 'Comic To Watch'.
Use It On Monday Veterinary CE Symposium
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 · 7 AM – 1 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Colorado Springs — Registration required — A dynamic symposium delivering immediate, practical veterinary insights and networking opportunities.
Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
Monday, April 27th, 2026 · 4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Unwind with a relaxing evening of coloring and craft beers.
Plant Bingo
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026 · 5-8:30 p.m. — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $10 — Play bingo for plants while enjoying drinks and food in a fun atmosphere.
All-Ages Story Time
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 · 1-2 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful session of stories, songs, and crafts for all ages.
Jagged Little Pill: The Musical
Thursday, April 30th, 2026 · 7:00–9:30 p.m. — Fine Arts Center — Tickets vary — Discover the heartfelt complexities of a seemingly perfect family through Alanis Morissette's iconic music.
LIVE at the Lodge - The Wallens
Friday, May 1st, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Enjoy lively tunes with local crafted drinks on the patio.