Daily editionSunday, April 26th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of April.
Community
Today, nonprofit fundraisers launch in Colorado Springs with a Special Olympics Unified Raffle offering tickets for a 2026 Ford Expedition Tremor and a Passport to Castello Banfi Wine Dinner for CASA at Pizzeria Rustica on Tuesday.
More events through spring and summer will support local causes.
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On Saturday, Apr. 25, Silver Linings Recovery Center hosted the Stronger Together Summit in Acacia Park downtown.
The event featured bouncy castles, food trucks & vendors and offered resources for sober living, rehabilitation and support to the unhoused.
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Culture
Linda Garcia Cubero, one of the first women to attend the Air Force Academy, reflects on her trailblazing journey and mentoring future cadets 50 years after women were first admitted (she said that persistence reshaped opportunities for all female students).
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La Primavera Festival celebrated spring at Marjorie Park on Saturday, April 25 as community members created flower crowns and enjoyed a maypole dance.
Families experienced a lively display of local tradition at the event.
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Education
Doherty High School senior George Miller was accepted by West Point, the Naval Academy and the Air Force Academy and will attend the Air Force Academy this fall to study pre-health (crediting his NJROTC experience) and earning congressional nominations from Rep. Jeff Crank and Sen. John Hickenlooper.
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Colorado Senate President James Coleman introduced Senate Bill 170 to create an 18-member task force that will study school practices closing educational gaps, with a final report due Jan. 1 and a budget of $135,000 funded by grants and donations.
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Health
On Saturday, Apr. 25, designated sites in Colorado Springs accepted expired and unused medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to prevent accidental poisoning & water pollution; residents were advised to bring medications in a sealed bag, and some pharmacies also offer year-round disposal.
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Lifestyle
A Colorado Master Gardener advises residents to sow cool-season salad greens in raised beds or containers using quality soil and gentle watering this spring, suggesting planting 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost and harvesting leaves early (check seed packets for details) for fresh, nutritious meals.
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Real Estate
Buc-ee’s affiliates recently purchased a parcel on Monument Hill for a travel center planned this month along I-25.
The project is under review by El Paso County and includes permits for two wells offering nearly 11 million gallons annually for retail, office and irrigation needs.
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Sports
The Avalanche will try to clinch the series Sunday against the Kings by sticking to 5-on-5 play and efficient power play despite missing defenseman Josh Manson (an injury concern).
Star players are expected to step up to boost the team’s chance to close out the series.
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The Switchbacks won 1-0 in their Prinx Tires USL Cup opener on Saturday when defender Isaiah Foster’s deflected goal and keeper Colin Shutler’s three saves led a narrow victory in Phoenix, Arizona—a win that earns three group points ahead of their Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup match with Colorado Rapids.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Summer Music Series: Countywyde
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026 · 2-5 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Enjoy local music and craft beer in a vibrant summer atmosphere.
Bike the Garden
Monday, May 4th, 2026 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free participation — Enjoy a casual evening bike ride through Garden of the Gods while savoring happy hour drinks afterward.
Sweet T's Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 @ Union Station — Free entry — Dive into an energetic blues jam session showcasing local talent every Tuesday night.
Jordan Feliz: God Is Good Tour
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026 · 7:30-10:30 p.m. — Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dynamic Contemporary Christian music of Jordan Feliz, accompanied by special guest Riley Clemmons.