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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. Springs
- ➤ 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. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ 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. FOX21
- ➤ The former Club Q building now shows a new permanent memorial after cardboard posters on its front wall were removed; it now features five 12-foot concrete pillars (each with a plaque) honoring the five victims killed in the 2022 shooting. Families and local artists may work with the pillars to design personal tributes. KOAA News5
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. KOAA News5
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs police are searching for at least three other persons of interest in a Saturday shooting near Academy and Palmer Park boulevards that injured six people; a witness said a white Mercedes-Benz with bullet holes was abandoned at Super Star Car Wash (four miles south of the scene) and one victim remains in critical condition. Colorado Springs Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A lawsuit by two Palmer Lake residents alleges that town officials misused public funds and mixed grant money in one account — they are accused of falsifying records to secure $1.3M in state and federal dollars. A temporary restraining order by community groups asks the town to remove a petition exposing personal details and to move today’s annexation hearing — steps meant to uphold open governance. FOX21
- ➤ 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. KOAA News5
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Live Music at Dizzy Charlie's
7 PM – 10 PM — Summa — $10 cover — Enjoy cozy vibes and jazz along with your favorite bands in an inviting upstairs bar setting.
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Café N Chill
10 AM – 2 PM — 2050 Jet Wing Dr, Colorado Springs, CO — Cost unknown — Enjoy a lively brunch with DJ Craftmatic spinning feel-good tracks.
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Brews and Books Meet Up
2-4 p.m. — Voodoo Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy drinks and a book swap among female friends in a welcoming environment.
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Vacation Bible School at Palmer Park
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.
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Beyond the Bean Class
5:30-8:30 p.m. — The French Kitchen — $99.00 — Explore the versatility of beans and legumes in your cooking repertoire.
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Parkinson's Support Group Meeting
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Aberdeen Ridge — Free entry — A gathering for individuals with Parkinson's and their loved ones to share support and resources.
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Barnyard Buddies Preschool Program
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.
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Live Music at Red Leg: Last Patrol
10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant summer atmosphere with local bands and craft beers on the lawn.
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Family Exploration Day
4 AM – 2 PM — Penrose Heritage Museum — Free entry — Discover historic race cars and family artifacts while enjoying fun activities and philanthropy.
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Sunday Worship Service
4-6 a.m. — Outreach Inc. — Free entry — Engage in uplifting worship at a welcoming community service.
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