Daily editionSaturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
Community
Residents can look forward to summer events as an End of School BBQ will take place at Memorial Park on May 21 from 2 to 4 p.m., a golf tournament is scheduled on July 10 at Shining Mountain Golf Course, and a new restaurant, Don Juan’s Cocina, debuts at Chamonix Casino Resort.
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Business
Denver-based Sportsbook Bar & Grill will open its fourth Colorado location on May 29 at the Springhill Suites by Marriott on 402 S. Tejon St.+ The 5,000 sqft venue will feature high-definition sports viewing, upscale bar food, and extended hours, with a ribbon cutting planned for June 5.
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Owner Jasmine Andrew of White Lotus Café and Bakery at 13141 Bass Pro Drive now offers cakes, croissants, and Japanese-style Shio pan butter rolls after expanding from its Thai-fusion sweets menu; the bakery makes rolls daily & reserves three-day croissants for weekends while seeking trained help.
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Culture
Two local muralists unveiled new works at Ford Amphitheater after winning $2,500 grants each from VENU Arts and Culture Foundation — their pieces capture the energy of live music near the bowl, where the season began May 14 and concerts will run through early fall.
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Education
Cheyenne Mountain High School senior Evangeline McFarland turned her golf scoring error into a lesson in leadership when she shared her mistake and helped spark new school policies prioritizing students + she plans to attend Georgetown’s Walsh School of Foreign Service to champion global policy.
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The Academy D-20 Board of Education announced Thursday night that it is parting ways with Superintendent Jinger Haberer following a contractually allowable hearing; further plans for district leadership will be shared soon.
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Government
Fountain will offer free bus rides this summer through its Summer Break program running in June, July & August, after a state-funded service ended.
City officials say a 17.4% ridership boost last summer confirmed a strong need for the service.
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Sports
Coronado runner Oliver Horton won the 3A 3,200 run at the Colorado Track and Field State Championship on Friday with a strong final lap + narrowly beating Niwot's Ryder Keeton.
He now prepares for the 1,600 on Saturday, aiming to complete a season triple.
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Cheyenne Mountain junior Reagan McRae placed second in the 4A girls’ 3200 at a Lakewood race Friday morning - finishing 0.2 seconds ahead of Niwot’s Elise Hagen as Niwot’s Addison Ritzenhein secured fourth win with a time of 10:31.46.
McRae credited her improved strategy and team support for her performance.
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Fountain-Fort Carson senior Amiyah Nash set two personal bests on Thursday morning at the 5A girls discus final at the Colorado Track and Field Championships, finishing second to Rocky Mountain’s Kaia Bennett, who tossed 130 feet, 9 inches (Lakewood).
Nash will study nursing at Northern Colorado next season.
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Barrett Paas from The Classical Academy won the state 3A boys 3,200 run on Thursday at Jeffco Stadium after moving from 10th to first with a bold final push (his time was 9:40.07).
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Colorado Springs Events
Olive Vox and Raue Concert
Sunday, May 17th, 2026 · 10 AM – 10 PM — The Black Sheep — Tickets starting at $24.21 — Catch Olive Vox and Raue live for an electrifying music experience.
Sweet T's Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 @ Union Station — Free entry — Dive into a lively evening of blues music and community vibes.
Black Stone Cherry Live Concert
Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — Sunshine Studios Live — All tickets valid — Experience a high-energy rock night with Black Stone Cherry, Deathride, and Before Vegas.
Unplugged at the Lodge
Thursday, May 21st, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Happy Hour pricing available — Enjoy local musicians playing acoustic originals and covers every Thursday night.
Chuck Roy Live!
Friday, May 22nd, 2026 · 7:30-11:15 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — General admission available — Experience a night of fresh comedy with Chuck Roy and special guests.
Turnpike Troubadours Concert
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 · 7:30-9 p.m. — Ford Amphitheater — Ticketed entry — Catch the rising star Avery Anna along with the beloved Turnpike Troubadours in an evening of great music.
Summer Music Series at Goat Patch Brewing Co.
Sunday, May 24th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live local music and craft beer in a vibrant summer beer garden.
Open Mic Night at Seven's Gate Brewing
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026 · 9:00 – 10:30 PM — Seven's Gate Taproom — Free entry — Show off your talents or relax with great live performances at this chill open mic night.
Unplugged at the Lodge
Thursday, May 28th, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Happy Hour pricing available — Enjoy local musicians playing acoustic originals and covers every Thursday night.
Disco Night with Disco Revue
Friday, May 29th, 2026 · 7:30-10:30 p.m. — Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices not specified — Experience the vibrant energy of a disco revival with iconic hits and a dazzling live band.