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Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Poor Richard's in downtown Colorado Springs is celebrating its 50th anniversary after opening in 1975 as a small shop that grew into a hub for books, coffee, and community events. The store rebounded after a 1982 fire—customers helped rebuild it—and the owners are now looking for new caretakers to preserve its legacy. KOAA News5
- ➤ National Mill Dog Rescue hosts Festival in the Bark at John Venezia Community Park today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. — community members will enjoy vendors, food trucks, games and 25 adoptable dogs as the group aims to build on its recent record of rescuing 434 dogs in one month. 11 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tammy Michele said her storage unit was broken into last week where she stored mementos of her daughter who died last year from a brain tumor—valuables including her daughter’s ashes, phone, and computer were stolen, and she is asking anyone with information to come forward. 11 News
- ➤ Police arrested a juvenile parolee after a hit-and-run two-vehicle crash near South Circle Drive and Monterey Road just before 5 p.m. Sunday in east Colorado Springs—witnesses saw him flee on foot and led officers to his hiding spot where a pistol with an illegal magazine was recovered, and all motorists sustained minor injuries. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Early Sunday at 2:10 a.m., Colorado Springs police responded to multiple shots-fired calls on Stanford Street and forced a speeding vehicle to pull over after it nearly struck an officer—police arrested a juvenile for vehicular eluding and reckless endangerment with no injuries reported. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ A Colorado Springs mother said she feels like she is losing her daughter all over again after the ashes of her late daughter were stolen from a storage unit — she is urging anyone with information to come forward. 11 News
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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Gentle Rain Live Performance
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.
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New Moon Drifters Live Music
3:30-6:30 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy free live country and swing music in a charming courtyard atmosphere.
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Live Music: Silver Moon Riders
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.
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Father Hood 5K Run
9 AM – 12 PM — John Venezia Community Park — Registration fee required — Participate in a family-friendly 5K run to promote community and health.
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Scavenger Hunt in Colorado Springs
6 PM – 4 AM — Colorado Springs Area — Ticket required — A family-friendly scavenger hunt blending adventure with technology.
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Family Fun Nights at the Library
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Experience a delightful STEAM activity with family every Tuesday night.
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Epic Kids Only Alien Art Camp
11:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Painting with a Twist — $85 per person — Blast off into cosmic creativity with alien-themed art projects and fun for ages 6-13.
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Music Video Bingo Night
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Challenge your musical knowledge with visual and audio clues at this fun bingo event.
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