Daily editionWednesday, April 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
Community
Palmer High School, Colorado Springs' oldest high school, will begin $100 million renovations to update its facilities and preserve its historic building—meanwhile, the Unitarian Church of Lincoln celebrated Earth Day by showcasing a decade of energy upgrades that have lowered its utility bills and helped the planet.
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Business
The Colorado Springs City Council declared May 5 the start of Small Business Week—an effort to encourage support for local small shops.
The week will include a celebration and awards ceremony on May 5, an AI workshop on May 7, a listening tour on May 8, and a closing celebration on May 9.
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Clay and Emily Ross reopened Yobel and the Look Up Gallery on April 17 at a new 4,700-square-foot space in downtown Colorado Springs (517 S. Cascade Avenue) after closing in December 2023 when a fire in a neighboring business forced them to relocate.
The boutique now features an art gallery with 18 local artists and will offer community classes (Ikebana floral design workshops starting May 1) as downtown continues to grow.
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Education
Colorado Springs District 11 will begin a $100 million, multi-year renovation of Palmer High School downtown this summer to update classrooms, tear down select buildings, and design a new athletic field area.
Local residents raised concerns over the potential closure of Boulder Street for construction — a measure pending a city permit.
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Environment
On Tuesday, Earth Day inspired Colorado Springs residents to pick up trash as the city built on last year’s Clean COS efforts that removed over 2,900 tons of debris—an effort leader Mayor Mobolade highlighted while expanding the Neighborhood Services Team to 48 members.
Public Works Manager Corey Farkas explained that citizen help is needed to cover over 200 square miles to keep our waterways safe.
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Government
Colorado enacted a law that bans funeral homes from misusing funds for premade funeral plans and requires families to arrange body transportation following high-profile cases such as the one at Return to Nature in Penrose+ with bipartisan support from lawmakers.
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Accidents
Tuesday morning, a small wing of The Gardens Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation center at 104 Lois Lane was evacuated after a hazmat incident suspected to have been caused by improperly mixed cleaning chemicals that released vapor into air vents—fire crews responded at 9:20 a.m., and by shortly after 10 a.m. hazmat technicians declared the building safe, allowing 23 residents to return while two were hospitalized for minor respiratory issues and one was treated on scene amid nearby road closures.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
The Jeremy Facknitz Band Live
Wednesday, April 30th, 2025 · 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.
John Wise LIVE at Rico's Cafe and Wine Bar
Thursday, May 1st, 2025 · 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.
Monster Jam - Friday
Friday, May 2nd, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — The Broadmoor World Arena — Fun for the whole family — Experience thrilling monster truck action and stunts live at Monster Jam.
Sensory Friendly Spring Fling
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 · 10 a.m. — John Venezia Community Park — Free entry — Celebrate spring with inclusive activities for all sensory needs at this family-friendly gathering.