Daily editionWednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
Community
PikeRide is expanding its nonprofit e-bike service in southeast Colorado Springs by adding 100 e-bikes, two adaptive e-trikes and four e-cargo bikes to help more residents access jobs, essential services and community spaces.
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Business
Local Food & Drink awards have recognized Colorado Springs restaurants with Gold, Silver, and Bronze honors.
Winners include BJ’s Velvet Freez, Bella’s Bagels, and other eateries in categories like bakery, bar, and coffee shop, giving food lovers a guide to the best in town.
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Josh & John’s Ice Cream opened its new drive-thru kiosk today at 870 Garden of the Gods Road near Voodoo Brewing Co. and it will offer locally made flavors daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
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Por Favor Tacos & Tragos is expanding in Colorado Springs with a new location at 13395 Voyager Parkway that offers authentic Mexican flavors like savory birria and generous tacos (reflecting its high demand since its 2024 debut) for local diners.
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Culture
Local Arts & Entertainment awards have named winners across acting, art classes, galleries, and music.
Winners include Adon Muse and Alexia Warrum; prizes were handed out at various local venues.
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Education
Banning Lewis Academy and Banning Lewis Ranch Academy will shift to local control after ending their deal with Accel Schools, whose WARN letter indicates staff employment will end on June 30 + the schools said classes and programs will continue as usual.
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Government
Emergency managers in the Pikes Peak region updated wildfire response plans using new AI technology to simulate evacuations based on lessons from recent disasters.
The plan (presented Tuesday to county commissioners) features checklists and temporary refuge strategies for wind-driven fires in built areas.
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American Red Cross and CDOT have shared safety tips for a heavy spring storm bringing snowfall to southern Colorado later this week.
The advice (such as careful travel, cautious shoveling, and safe home heating) urges residents to prepare their vehicles and homes for challenging weather.
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A Senate bill passed Monday may extend the Ray Nixon Power Plant’s coal use to Dec. 31, 2032, allowing Colorado Springs Utilities extra time beyond the planned 2029 shutdown if it cannot meet 2030 emissions goals (annual plan updates are required) before the session ends May 13.
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Health
Memorial Central ER staff say HBO Max’s drama The Pitt captures the busy pace and emotional toll of emergency care (highlighting teamwork and rapid patient turnover) even though some dramatized details differ from daily practice.
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Lifestyle
Local pub The Brit (645 S. Sierra Madre St) introduced The Bite Club promotion where Chef Phil prepares a different three-course meal each Wednesday for $25 per person, with reservations required and two hours of free parking for guests.
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Sports
Cheyenne Mountain girls’ tennis beat Air Academy on Monday to advance to next week’s state championship round at Denver Tennis Park - they will face Kent Denver in a rematch of the 2025 final.
Inclement weather moved Tuesday’s match indoors.
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Colorado Springs Events
Unplugged at the Lodge
Thursday, May 7th, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Happy Hour pricing available — Enjoy local musicians playing acoustic originals and covers every Thursday night.
Food Distribution Event
Friday, May 8th, 2026 · 10-11 a.m. — Norris Penrose Event Center — Open to all — Help your community by receiving essential food supplies available until they run out.
Archaeological Stewardship in the Pikes Peak Region
Saturday, May 9th, 2026 · 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.
Summer Music Series: All that Chicken
Sunday, May 10th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live music and craft beer in a perfect Colorado summer evening atmosphere.
Bike the Garden
Monday, May 11th, 2026 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Pedal into the sunset on a casual bike ride through stunning landscapes with drink specials afterward.
Flight in the Vale: Painting Experience
Tuesday, May 12th, 2026 · 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.
Trivia Night
Wednesday, May 13th, 2026 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free to play — Challenge friends at trivia night while enjoying local brews and tasty pizza.
Silver Key Senior Summit
Thursday, May 14th, 2026 · 8 AM - 2 PM — Great Wolf Lodge — Free entry — Explore valuable resources and services for older adults and their families in the community.
Senior Summit: Expo of Elder Services
Friday, May 15th, 2026 · 8 AM - 2 PM — Great Wolf Lodge — Free entry — Explore valuable resources and services dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults and their families.
Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald Live!
Saturday, May 16th, 2026 · 7-8:30 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — General Admission and VIP options available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with the renowned comedian and veterinarian Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald.