Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Colorado Springs entrepreneur Madeline Holt-Bourland launched local delivery service Mad Dash to help businesses save money by charging a flat rate of $1.25 per mile — an increase from an initial $1.00.

Clients like Japanese restaurant Hayato now rely on the service to quickly source ingredients.

The FCC approved a plan that lets the owners of KOAA TV Channel 5, E.W.

Scripps, move forward with buying KKTV 11 News; the deal remains incomplete (no timeline set).

UK-based rock outfit The Heavy Heavy will perform at Lulu’s downtown on Sunday (8 p.m.) and showcase their new 'Live' album, with tickets available for $25.

According to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor (published Thursday), all of Colorado is now in moderate drought as parts of El Paso, Fremont, Pueblo and Teller counties shifted from abnormally dry conditions.

Through April, Colorado Springs recorded 4.9 inches of rain with snowfall 23% below average.

A Memorial Day ceremony will honor fallen military service members at Monument Cemetery on May 25 at 10 a.m. with about 100 attendees expected and 17-year-old Matt Silva playing taps at the conclusion of the event.

Changing weather, including freezing temperatures and rain, is causing more potholes in Colorado Springs that damage vehicles, local tire shops report.

City crews repair thousands of potholes so drivers should inspect their vehicles after a hit and report dangerous spots using the GoCOS app (or AskCOS chatbot).

A maternal health equity bill that aims to ensure equal care for birthing mothers is headed to the governor’s desk for final approval.

Lawmakers say the legislation could improve local healthcare if signed.

State officials unveiled Colorado’s 2026 Wildfire Preparedness Plan at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport on Thursday to boost firefighting resources amid severe drought & urged residents to prevent human-caused ignitions ahead of heightened summer wildfire risk.

Colorado will receive $75.6 million from a 15-year opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma to fund addiction treatment, prevention, and recovery programs statewide.

The deal follows a $7.4 billion agreement that ends Purdue Pharma’s involvement with opioid marketing.

Colorado Springs Fire Department (CSFD) plans to change rules on red flag days so that burn bans automatically start and tougher penalties target fire starters.

City officials are reviewing the proposal, which aims to reduce fire risks as conditions dry out quickly.

Widefield baseball is 15-4 this season and tied for first in the CSML South league (6-1) as coach Joe Monroe leads the team with a unified mindset; two upcoming games against Mesa Ridge could clinch the league title and a state playoff berth.

Summer Music Series: Countywyde

2-5 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Enjoy local music and craft beer in a vibrant summer atmosphere.

Bike the Garden

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

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

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.

Unplugged at the Lodge

6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Happy Hour pricing available — Enjoy local musicians playing acoustic originals and covers every Thursday night.

Retiree Lunch at IBEW 113

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — IBEW Local 113 — Free to attend — Enjoy a delightful lunch with apprentices and fellow retirees as IBEW Local 113 caters the meal.

Archaeological Stewardship in the Pikes Peak Region

2-3 p.m. — Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum — $5 suggested donation — Explore archaeological stewardship efforts and discoveries in the Pikes Peak region with local experts.

$4 House Wine | Hydrangea Hearts For Mom

1-3 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $39-$52 per person — Unleash your creativity while sipping wine and painting your own masterpiece for Mother's Day.

Be^U's Legacy Chapter Network Meeting

9:30-11:30 a.m. — The Best Coffee & Lounge — Free entry — Connect with fellow women entrepreneurs to reflect and set goals for the month.

Flight in the Vale: Painting Experience

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $39-$55 per person — Unleash your creativity in a fun and relaxed painting class guided by a local artist.