Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Colorado Springs city officials and partners will host a clean-up event along Midland Trail on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon—volunteers will meet at Vermijo Park to clean the area from 14th to 31st Street, with extra help possibly covering the entire trail.

Palmer High School is in early planning of an expansion that may lead to demolishing three historic Victorian houses at the corner of North Weber and East St. Vrain—preservation advocates say these unique structures, featuring details like a witch’s cap porch and varied wooden surfaces, deserve to be saved and integrated into future campus designs. Supporters urge planners to consider the city's heritage as the project moves forward.

A motorcycle rider died after a crash in eastern Colorado Springs near Dublin Boulevard and Peterson Road before 5:30 p.m. on Saturday—police said the rider suffered fatal injuries at Peterson Road and Hawk Wind and closed Peterson for the evening.

Colorado Springs police arrested 39-year-old Jose Rodriguez after a single-vehicle crash early Saturday when he was suspected of driving under the influence and attempting to flee on foot—officials say the East Bijou Street and Interstate 25 intersection is under repair with temporary four-way stop measures in place.

Car enthusiasts and families gathered on Saturday at Sierra High School for the 41st annual Fiesta and Car Show hosted by El Cinco de Mayo Inc.—over 65 entries including cars, motorcycles, and bicycles were displayed while musical acts and dancing celebrated Hispanic culture and raised funds for community scholarships.

Inside Out Youth Services hosted its tenth annual Youth Pride and Queer Prom on May 31 with the 'Pink Pony Disco' theme, drawing around 200 local youths aged 13 to 24 who enjoyed vendors, live drag performances, and styling services—Inside Out announced its next Youth Pride event will take place the first weekend in June.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo welcomed one-year-old giraffe Kinda on May 28 when she arrived from Brookfield Zoo in Chicago—she quickly settled in and made friends with her new herd as visitors can soon feed her during open hours.

Cheyenne Mountain baseball won five elimination games but lost to Golden 5 to 2 in the state final—finishing as 4A state runner-up.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sunday Worship Service

4-6 a.m. — Outreach Inc. — Free entry — Engage in uplifting worship at a welcoming community service.

Hauser Concert

7:30 p.m. — Pikes Peak Center For The Performing Arts — Ticket prices start at $58 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Hauser in Colorado Springs.

Summer Concert Series

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy soulful tunes from Rafiel Slade and The Roomshakers in a vibrant outdoor setting.

Hillside Summer Concert Series

5:00 – 8:30 PM — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $18 — Enjoy local bands, food, and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.