Daily editionWednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
Business
Kratos, which employs 536 people in the city, was awarded a contract worth up to $446.8M by the Space Force last week to design and sustain ground systems that track hypersonic missiles (local Auria is partnering on the project) as part of the Resilient Missile Warning and Tracking program.
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Culture
Colorado Springs craft brewers are adapting amid rising costs and changing drinking habits; some locally known spots have closed while others, like Armillary Brewing, opened yesterday at 4810 Old Farm Dr to offer curated guest experiences.
Local owners focus on events and onsite food to keep the community engaged.
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Downtown Colorado Springs hosts a free concert series every Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the historic bandshell in Acacia Park from June 4 to Sept. 17 featuring local funk, rock, blues and fusion acts with added free popcorn from Josh and John's scoop bus.
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Government
Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management launched a new interactive Public Information Map today to help residents in El Paso and Teller counties get real-time emergency alerts — the tool updates every minute with details like fire perimeters and shelter locations.
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El Paso County urges residents to use its online Cone Zone Map to view active road construction and permit work during the peak construction season, helping drivers plan routes and anticipate delays (map updates track ongoing projects).
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Colorado Springs Utilities reminds residents to follow six Water Wise Rules for outdoor watering to help conserve water and avoid restrictions—one rule starting May 1 permits watering only before 10 a.m. and after 6 p.m. while reservoirs hold nearly three years of water despite reduced snowpack input.
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Health
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo said its 21-year-old grizzly bear Emmett is making good progress nearly two months after surgery removed a cancerous mass from his tail.
Emmett receives daily care with antibiotics and pain medications while staying away from his wrestling partner — Digger.
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A UCHealth facility in north Colorado Springs was evacuated Tuesday after patients reported a natural gas odor, prompting crews to secure the area at Interquest Parkway and Voyager Parkway.
The shelter-in-place ended just before 4 p.m. with no injuries noted.
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Sports
The Colorado Avalanche defeated the Los Angeles Kings 2-1 in overtime on Sunday, Apr. 19 at Ball Arena.
Nicolas Roy scored the game-winning goal — aggressive play led officials to review several hits amid concerns over player safety.
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Local prep sports competitions show top area athletes posting career-best numbers ahead of postseason play.
Players like Discovery Canyon’s Teltschik (noted for 4-of-4 games) and Cheyenne Mountain’s lacrosse goalie Cameron (17 saves) led strong wins across baseball, soccer and track events.
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Colorado College will open its NCHC hockey schedule on Oct. 30-31 by hosting Minnesota Duluth and will later join the new postseason format that includes all 10 teams in best-of-three series starting March 5-7.
The Tigers will also play road series later in the season.
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Head coach Joe Crispin announced today that former NBA and G League assistant coach Brian Boyle (with wife Jesse) has joined the Air Force men’s basketball staff for the 2026-27 season, bringing his offensive strategy expertise from his time with the Greensboro Swarm’s top-ranked offense.
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Accidents
Fort Carson fire started Monday around 5:30 p.m. and burned 800 acres after controlled burns helped contain its spread on the base east of Gates 10 + 12 along Colorado 115; officials said no structures were threatened, no injuries occurred, and smoke is expected.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Do The Crawl de Mayo Pub Crawl
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 · 4:30-9 p.m. — Avenue 19 — Tickets required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo early with a vibrant pub crawl featuring games, contests, and festive drinks.