Daily editionSunday, May 31st, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of May.
Community
Lary Walker held a hygiene drive in Central Springs that attracted volunteers and provided hundreds of kits for those in need, including supplies for Pay It Fur-Ward that serves unhoused people and pets.
Walker will partner with five other organizations to expand support + meet additional local needs.
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Culture
In Manitou Springs, the Story Booth at The Loft became a community storytelling hub on Thursday, Apr. 9, where visitors dialed numbers to hear tales of local legends and traditions.
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The Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum partnered with VisitCOS to launch a digital Culture Passport that honors Colorado 150 and America 250.
The passport features 40 sites (including Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Bear Creek Nature Center, and America’s Mountain on Pikes Peak) where visitors can learn local history and complete quizzes.
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USA Today recently ranked four scenic train rides in Colorado on its top ten list.
The list features the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, the Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway, and the Georgetown Loop Railroad offering unique journeys through Colorado's rugged landscapes.
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Education
Faculty members at UCCS cast a vote of no confidence in their executive leaders (221 of 525 ballots in favor) amid concerns over budget shortfalls, stagnant salaries, and a safe learning environment; university officials said they planned additional talks for more transparency.
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Afifa Zeeshan (a student at Discovery Canyon Campus) overcame shyness with help from the speech and debate club and is set to study political science at UCSD to work on legal reform for underserved communities.
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Colorado author Katie Vieira debuted her new children's book 'Into the Field: Tennessee Summer' that encourages kids to get off screens and explore outdoors and will host a book signing, story time and scavenger hunt (11 a.m.-1 p.m.) June 13 at Barnes Noble, 3173 Cinema Point.
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Government
At Falcon Stadium during Air Force’s graduation ceremony on Thursday, a new signage gift reading 'Warfighters, Leaders, Critical Thinkers' was unveiled without involving the athletic department, which now questions a possible breach of preservation rules — officials plan to review the agreement.
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Fitzgerald, formerly fire chief in Leawood, Kan (with over 30 years of experience), has been named fire chief of the Monument Fire District and will take over on Aug. 1; the board selected him unanimously on May 29, and his predecessor will retire at year-end.
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Colorado activated Phase 2 of its drought response plan in March amid record low snowpack, and a task force will meet Monday to decide if an emergency declaration plus stricter restrictions are needed.
Meanwhile, Utah declared a state emergency as its water supply drops drastically.
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Health
CDPHE issued an air quality advisory for El Paso, Teller, Pueblo and eastern Fremont counties Saturday from 2 to 8 p.m. after ozone intrusion raised moderate pollution levels (warning active children and people with asthma to limit outdoor exertion).
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Lifestyle
Colorado Springs gardeners face a busy June as Colorado Master Gardener Kerry Peetz advises mulching, weeding, and transplanting when nighttime temps reach at least 60 degrees.
Water Wise Rules (active until Oct. 15) guide watering and maintenance for thriving outdoor spaces.
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Sports
Colorado Springs Switchbacks secured their first road win with a 1 to 0 shutout over Oakland Roots after Khori Bennett’s deflected shot gave the only goal five minutes in, and the team outshot the opposition 13 to 5 while keeping a clean sheet.
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Falcon High School lost 9-4 to Pueblo County at Erdle Field on Saturday, May 30, in the 4A state baseball championship game.
Coach Brandon Stegman praised his players for reaching the title game and said they would build on three consecutive 20-win seasons.
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Colorado Springs Events
Sweet T’s Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 at Union Station — Free entry — Experience the local blues scene at this vibrant jam session every Tuesday evening.
Alpha Wolf Concert
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026 · 6:00 – 7:30 PM — The Black Sheep — Ticketed event — Enjoy an electrifying performance by Alpha Wolf in Colorado Springs.
Collective Groove Concert
Thursday, June 4th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Ticket prices not listed — Experience high-energy grooves and vibrant horns from Collective Groove and The Martini Shot.
Comedy Night with Carl Lee
Friday, June 5th, 2026 · 7:30-9 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — General Admission with two-item minimum — Enjoy a night of laughs with renowned comedian Carl Lee and special guests.
Family Fun | Cloud Cuties
Saturday, June 6th, 2026 · 12:00 – 1:30 PM — Painting with a Twist — $25 per person — Enjoy a creative and fun painting class perfect for families and all ages 5 and up.
Summer Music Series: Swamp Rats
Sunday, June 7th, 2026 · 2-5 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy local sounds and cold craft beer in a lively outdoor setting.
Be^U's Legacy Chapter Network Meeting
Monday, June 8th, 2026 · 9:30-11:30 a.m. — The Best Coffee & Lounge — Refreshments available — Connect with women entrepreneurs to share successes and set goals for the upcoming month.
Sweet T's Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, June 9th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 — Free entry — Experience a lively evening of blues music with local talent at PEAK 31.
Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewery
Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy trivia with friends while savoring craft brews and delicious pizza.
Glow Painting Party
Thursday, June 11th, 2026 · 7-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $39-$49 per person — Experience a vibrant glow in the dark painting session with music and creative vibes.