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Colorado Springs
Monday, May 4th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Harding Nursery in Colorado Springs will offer a Mother’s Day Special on Sunday, May 10. Shoppers can choose flowers, trees, shrubs, gift certificates, and more at 721 N. Powers Blvd. during regular hours (Mon-Sat: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Sun: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ On Sunday, May 3, 2026, hundreds gathered on Tejon St. to honor Richard Skorman at a block party marking his retirement and welcoming Joe Cole and Sarah Gibeau as the new owners of Poor Richard’s businesses — including a bookstore, gift shop, toy store, restaurant, and wine bar. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Residents in Monument's Arrowwood neighborhoods cut trees and made slash piles on Saturday along Sierra Way to clear emergency access routes, and Monument Fire will hire a seasonal crew of seven to boost vegetation removal from June to September. KOAA News5
- ➤ Community Picks highlights local favorites such as marketing influencer Meagan Thomas of Springs Native Creative, 503W known for its Little Seoul Bowl & downtown Beauty Bar, while Loyal Coffee, Misty Mountain Collective, Westside Stories and scenic greenways offer residents creative local experiences. Colorado Springs Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs retail stays healthy amid rising costs from inflation and global conflict, with some closures this year and new openings keeping vacancies low in the north and east parts of town. Local experts say consumers are more selective, causing merchants to adapt (and innovate) to keep shoppers coming. Colorado Springs Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials said the U.S. Wildland Fire Service, created in January to merge four Interior bureaus + keep staffing steady, is a key partner in wildfire response as Colorado prepares for an elevated fire season. Gov. Jared Polis called it 'the new kids on the block' during a Thursday briefing. Colorado Springs Gazette
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A proposed housing project (North Tree annexation to add 475 homes) could more than double Calhan’s population, while town leaders review road and water needs and residents discuss the changes. Colorado Springs Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado High School Activities Association released brackets Sunday for girls’ soccer state playoffs with 16 area teams qualifying — top seeds in 4A include Palmer Ridge, Rampart and Air Academy, which will open on Wednesday while 5A matches start Tuesday. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ The Avalanche and Wild will start their series missing key players due to injuries. The Avalanche coach ruled out Josh Manson while the Wild remain without top center Joel Eriksson Ek and defenseman Jonas Brodin, and Game 1 will begin at 7:10 p.m. on Sunday. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Eight teams from the Pikes Peak region made the lacrosse state playoffs. Air Academy boys + Cheyenne Mountain girls secured top and sixth seeds with 14-1 and 10-5 records and will start play on Friday and Thursday, with finals later at Peter Barton Stadium. Colorado Springs Gazette
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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$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.
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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.
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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.
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Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing Company
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy craft beer with weekly prizes at trivia night.
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Algorhythm Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — The Black Sheep — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dynamic sounds of Algorhythm, blending reggae, rock, and electronic influences.
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~ George Bernard Shaw
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