Daily editionSaturday, June 13th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of June.
Community
Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity is celebrating 40 years of helping families achieve affordable homeownership in El Paso County (via press release).
The organization is preparing to roll out its largest neighborhood project yet to expand affordable housing.
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Culture
The 49th annual Colorado Renaissance Festival opens this weekend in Larkspur with a Magical Fantasy theme, a noon costume contest, and over 30 activities.
Organizers warn heavy Interstate 25 traffic and ticket limits; pricing is $32 for adults, $15 for children, plus free for kids 5 and under.
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Grammy Award-winning bluegrass artist Molly Tuttle will perform with guest Mair and her all-female band at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers (tickets start at $44.50).
Her set will mix bluegrass, country and pop with electric elements.
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A historic exhibit at the Summit Visitor Center in Colorado Springs displays a notebook and sword from Lt. Zebulon Montgomery Pike through Aug. 10, honoring 250 years of U.S. history and 150 years of Colorado.
The display gives visitors a glimpse into Southern Colorado’s past.
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Economy
Pikes Peak Housing Network executive director Jill Gaebler spoke with Digital Content Producer Tyson Sintas about rising living costs.
The conversation highlighted challenges for residents and strategies planned to ease expenses.
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Education
Colorado schools report quieter classrooms and improved teacher morale after banning cellphones; local District 11 and others took steps to reduce distractions as a new law requires all districts to adopt policies by July 1 (officials say students are more engaged despite some parental concerns).
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Environment
Parks and Wildlife officials in Colorado Springs are sharing bear safety tips this summer to help residents stay safe while exploring local parks (advice includes remaining alert and avoiding areas with bear activity).
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife advises residents to secure trash and remove bird feeders at night to avoid attracting bears — a measure intended to reduce conflicts in areas near prime bear habitat west of I-25.
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Government
Colorado Springs Planning Department approved the Development Plan Modification for Project Taurus—a proposed data center at 1565 High Tech Way near Garden of the Gods Road and Centennial Boulevard on Thursday.
Appeal requests are due by 5:00 p.m. Monday, June 22.
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Real Estate
More than 1,000 community members gathered on June 6 at Boot Barn Hall for The Fletcher Team and Associates’ annual event that honored the Monument-based group's national ranking as No. 1 in Colorado in transaction sides + sales volume.
The celebration showcased strong local support.
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Sports
Fifteen-year-old Will Friesema, a News5 sponsored racer and state champion, will race in the 2026 Pikes Peak Apex Gravel and Mountain Bike Races in Colorado Springs on Sunday as he faces top competitors and pushes his skills on challenging trails + giant jumps.
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Colorado Springs Events
Summer Music Series: Deuces Wyld
Sunday, June 14th, 2026 · 2-5 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live music and craft beer in the summer sun with local band Deuces Wyld.
Blues Review: HooDoo Honey at Louie Louie's
Monday, June 15th, 2026 · 6:00-9:30 p.m. — Louie Louie's Piano Bar — $10 cover at the door — Experience an energetic performance of blues, Americana, and rock with Hoodoo Honey's soulful vocals and rhythm.
Bleating Heart Nights at Goat Patch Brewing
Tuesday, June 16th, 2026 · 4-8 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Donation-based entry — Enjoy good beer and support Sleep in Heavenly Peace with every pint purchased.
Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing
Wednesday, June 17th, 2026 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free to play — Engage your brain over brews and pizzas at a fun trivia challenge.
Music in the Yard: Wirewood Station
Thursday, June 18th, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Bristol Brewing Company — Free entry — Chill in the Schoolyard with live music and Bristolicious beer as the summer vibes abound.
Alicia and The Midnight Sun Concert
Friday, June 19th, 2026 · 8-11 p.m. — Fraternal Order of Eagles 3260 — Cost not specified — Enjoy music you can dance to with Alicia and The Midnight Sun!
United We Rock Festival
Saturday, June 20th, 2026 · 12:00 PM — Red Leg Brewing Company — Experience award-winning craft beers and great vibes at this music and beer festival celebration.
John Spengler & the Frenemies Concert
Sunday, June 21st, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy local tunes and craft beer in the summer evening breeze.
Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
Monday, June 22nd, 2026 · 4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Unwind and enjoy a creative evening with coloring pages and a pint at this relaxing new tradition.
Tuesday Trivia Night
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026 · 6:30-9:30 p.m. — Cerberus Brewing Company — Free to play — Test your knowledge for prizes while enjoying craft beers in a fun atmosphere.