Daily editionFriday, June 6th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
Community
Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced that Get Outdoors Day returns to Memorial Park on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The free event will offer activities like kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, archery and rock climbing—plus a Free Fishing Weekend promotion providing free fishing poles to the first 800 youth.
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Culture
The 41st annual Colorado College Summer Music Festival runs Saturday through June 27—offering free and ticketed classical music performances by renowned musicians.
Famed conductor Scott Yoo will lead Igor Stravinsky’s 'The Soldier’s Tale' on June 22 with Jane Kaczmarek narrating, highlighting the festival's blend of live performance and storytelling.
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Government
Traffic on the eastbound lanes of Highway 24 Frontage Road from northbound 8th Street to the Highway 24 intersections will be redirected beginning Monday, June 9 as detours are set and the east sidewalk on the 8th Street and Midland Trail bridges will close & pedestrians should use the west side. Crews will remove the Midland Trail bridge over Fountain Creek on June 12 and then widen the 8th Street bridge by adding a northbound lane with a new multi-use path, with construction set to continue until early 2026.
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Mayor stresses that public safety is the top priority and reports that since June 2023, 222 new officers were hired, pushing the force above 800 while staffing at the communications center grew to 107.
The city will expand its drone program for faster response and boost enforcement of traffic and expired tag rules—steps meant to keep neighborhoods safer as Colorado Springs grows.
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Lifestyle
In April, Hilltop Reindeer Ranch in Peyton welcomed a new reindeer calf named Juniper to its growing herd run by Beth Genz and Kathy Winkler+ the ranch now offers a year-round program with summer tours at $15 per person and Christmas events beginning mid-November.
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Accidents
An American Airlines flight from Colorado Springs landed in Denver in March and its right engine caught fire after a fuel leak and loose parts were found—12 passengers were taken to the hospital with minor injuries while investigators look into the maintenance issues.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Hauser Concert
Monday, June 9th, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, June 10th, 2025 · 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
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025 · 5:00 – 8:30 PM — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $18 — Enjoy local bands, food, and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.
Gentle Rain Live Performance
Thursday, June 12th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy dynamic tunes from one of Colorado Springs' finest bands featuring vocalist Marcelle Hureau.
New Moon Drifters Live Music
Friday, June 13th, 2025 · 3:30-6:30 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy free live country and swing music in a charming courtyard atmosphere.
Live Music: Silver Moon Riders
Saturday, June 14th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Get ready for a summer full of great vibes and even better tunes on the lawn.
Father Hood 5K Run
Sunday, June 15th, 2025 · 9 AM – 12 PM — John Venezia Community Park — Registration fee required — Participate in a family-friendly 5K run to promote community and health.
Scavenger Hunt in Colorado Springs
Monday, June 16th, 2025 · 6 PM – 4 AM — Colorado Springs Area — Ticket required — A family-friendly scavenger hunt blending adventure with technology.