Daily editionThursday, May 29th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
Community
Poor Richard’s, a local landmark of books, food, film and community on North Tejon Street, will celebrate its 50th anniversary on June 8 with free food, live music and kid activities—this event will honor five decades of history and the spirit that started when Richard Skorman opened his first bookstore during his senior year at Colorado College.
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Developers held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Tuesday for The Launchpad, a new affordable housing complex built for youth that will offer 50 apartments and supportive programs to help residents gain independence in Colorado Springs.
Approved applicants aged 18—25 with incomes below 30 percent of the area median will begin moving in the first week of June—this project pairs housing with services for job placement, life skills and health care.
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The City of Colorado Springs, Trails and Open Space Coalition, and Earthwise Waste Solutions plan a community cleanup on May 31 from 9 a.m. to noon along the Midland Trail between 14th and 31st Streets—aiming to improve local conditions.
Volunteers can register through TOSC and meet at Vermijo Park at 2601 Vermijo Avenue—helping beautify the trail.
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Government
The El Paso County Sheriff's Office hosted the Level I Regional Mounted Unit Academy last week at the Norris Penrose Event Center — mounted units from across Colorado received hands-on training in emergency response and ceremonial functions.
The sheriff said the academy strengthened tactics while honoring the county's Western heritage with modern law enforcement practices.
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Accidents
A man is recovering Wednesday after a cow moose attacked him and his dogs on his property near Woodland Park Monday at South Meadows Campground—CPW said the animal, with two calves nearby, pushed him down and stomped on his dogs, causing one to be put down and leaving the other under observation.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Brews and Books Meet Up
Sunday, June 1st, 2025 · 2-4 p.m. — Voodoo Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy drinks and a book swap among female friends in a welcoming environment.
Vacation Bible School at Palmer Park
Monday, June 2nd, 2025 · 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM — 4808 Palmer Park Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO — Free entry — Engage in faith-based activities and foster community connections for children.
Summer Concert Series
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — The 719 Band electrifies with soulful vocals and sizzling guitar riffs, captivating the Colorado Springs audience.
Winning in a Buyer's Market
Wednesday, June 4th, 2025 · 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Phantom Canyon Brewing Company — Secure your seat to learn strategies for engaging today's contrarian homebuyers.
Barnyard Buddies Preschool Program
Thursday, June 5th, 2025 · 10:30-11:30 a.m. — Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site — Free for members — Engage in storytime, crafts, and snacks while exploring nature with young children.
First & Main Town Center Summer Concert Series
Friday, June 6th, 2025 · 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. — First & Main Town Center — Free entry — Celebrate 25 years of summer tunes with local bands, family fun, and craft brews in the heart of Colorado Springs.
Family Exploration Day
Saturday, June 7th, 2025 · 4 AM – 2 PM — Penrose Heritage Museum — Free entry — Discover historic race cars and family artifacts while enjoying fun activities and philanthropy.
HAUSER Live Concert
Sunday, June 8th, 2025 · 7:30-8:30 p.m. — Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the stunning music of HAUSER in the heart of Colorado Springs.