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Colorado Springs
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cheyenne Mountain Zoo welcomed three new ring-tailed lemur pups late last month, adding to its growing animal family. The Dublin Boulevard Improvements project will close roads from Black Forest Road and Shimmering Creek Drive to Peterson Road Tuesday from 8:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. and Wednesday from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. 11 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs Police Department is investigating alleged threats made to Grand Peak Academy, a School District 49 charter school near East Woodmen Road and Black Forest Road on April 21 — police report no credible evidence has been found and there appears to be no link to similar threats in Pueblo. FOX21
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Last week, a wildfire burned 128 acres at Turkey Track Shooting Range during a Red Flag Warning in Teller County and officials said the human-caused fire may lead to stricter target shooting rules this summer—part of a planned overhaul for safer shooting practices in Pike National Forest. KOAA News5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Jared Polis signed SB25-073 into law last week ensuring children with disabilities from military families keep access to their existing education program when enrolling in Colorado—sponsored by Colorado Springs lawmakers including State Senator Lary Liston and Representative Rebecca Keltie. The law helps support military-connected families before the first day of class. Colorado Springs Business Journal
- ➤ Mayor Yemi Mobolade defended U.S. Space Command’s permanent presence in Colorado Springs with an open letter published Sunday, April 20—he said the command is key to national security and local defense while moving it would disrupt services and waste resources. FOX21
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Avalanche activated captain Gabriel Landeskog from injured reserve today after 1,030 days away from an NHL game. He is expected to join tonight's Stanley Cup Playoffs game two against the Stars in Dallas (following a conditioning assignment with the AHL Colorado Eagles). 11 News
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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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Silversun Pickups Live Concert
9:30 p.m. — The Black Sheep — Cheap tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of Silversun Pickups in Colorado Springs.
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Scavenger Hunt in Colorado Springs
6 PM – 4 AM — Anywhere in Colorado Springs — Tickets required — Enjoy a family-friendly scavenger hunt with a modern twist and riddle-like clues.
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The Jeremy Facknitz Band Live
2-10 p.m. — Millibo Art Theatre — Ticket info not provided — Experience the dynamic sounds of Jeremy Facknitz and his talented band after a long hiatus.
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John Wise LIVE at Rico's Cafe and Wine Bar
5-8 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a creative fusion of Blues with local favorites John Wise, Brad Eastin, and Bobby McGuffin.
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Monster Jam - Friday
7-11 p.m. — The Broadmoor World Arena — Fun for the whole family — Experience thrilling monster truck action and stunts live at Monster Jam.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow.
~ Abraham Lincoln
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