Daily editionTuesday, May 20th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
Business
Local veterans Chris and AnneMarie Carr opened D1 Training Southern Colorado on Monday in southern Colorado Springs where the gym operates full-time from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.—they plan to launch an NIL program in late June to sponsor athletes from 13 high schools with over $40,000 a year.
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Education
Lewis-Palmer School District 38 announced Monday evening that the Board of Education unanimously selected Amber Whetstine as the new superintendent.
Whetstine, who has served as assistant and interim superintendent (since 2021), will officially take over on July 1 (after input from staff, parents and community members).
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Government
The U.S. Air Force Academy is offering 3,000 free tickets for its graduation ceremony on May 29 at Falcon Stadium, with gates opening at 6 a.m. Members of the public can obtain up to four mailed tickets per adult from the Visit Colorado Springs office or Tri-Lakes Chamber of Commerce—tickets are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Real Estate
A new Bradley Ridge Apartments project southeast of the airport in Colorado Springs will be the state's first low-income residential development to include an on-site child care center (offering 70 seats for young children) and 336 rental units for families earning 60% or less of the area median income. Voter-approved Land Banking funds and bond support will help close the deal in October as the first phase will open in spring.
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Accidents
A crash Monday afternoon on I-25 between Garden of the Gods Road and North Nevada Avenue stopped traffic in both northbound and southbound lanes — Colorado Springs police reported no injuries.
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A fire at a storage unit facility in the 3800 block of Van Teylingen Drive — near North Academy Boulevard and Austin Bluffs Parkway — claimed one life Sunday evening at about 8:45 p.m. as firefighters extinguished the blaze while police investigate the death and await the coroner’s report.
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Colorado Springs Events
Cold Concert
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025 · 7 PM — The Black Sheep — $55 — Experience the live music of Cold and enjoy a night of rock in Colorado Springs.
Live Music – Levi Maez
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy classic rock, folk, and sing-along favorites from a Colorado Springs local legend.
LIVE at the Lodge - Summer Outdoor Concert Series
Friday, May 23rd, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Enjoy a free concert with local Colorado beverages on the Party Patio.
Little Hikers: Flower Power
Saturday, May 24th, 2025 · 4-5 p.m. — Red Rock Canyon Open Space Pavilions — Free entry — Enjoy a short hike with crafts designed for families with young children.
Silent Sky
Sunday, May 25th, 2025 · 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Ent Center for the Arts — Ticket purchase required — Discover the wonders of the universe through the story of a pioneering woman astronomer.
The Black Keys Concert
Monday, May 26th, 2025 · 1 AM — Ford Amphitheater — Tickets from $93 — Experience the electrifying sounds of The Black Keys live in concert.
Family Fun Nights
Tuesday, May 27th, 2025 · 4:30-6 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Explore a different STEAM activity each week with caregiver supervision required.
Family Fun Painting Class
Thursday, May 29th, 2025 · 1:30-3:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $29 per person — A creative class for families to enjoy painting together with expert guidance.
Live Music at Dizzy Charlie's
Friday, May 30th, 2025 · 7 PM – 10 PM — Summa — $10 cover — Enjoy cozy vibes and jazz along with your favorite bands in an inviting upstairs bar setting.
Café N Chill
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 · 10 AM – 2 PM — 2050 Jet Wing Dr, Colorado Springs, CO — Cost unknown — Enjoy a lively brunch with DJ Craftmatic spinning feel-good tracks.