Daily editionWednesday, June 17th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of June.
Culture
CPR Classical begins Summerfest 2026 on Monday, June 22 (starting broadcasts), showcasing local classical music festivals from Aspen, Vail and more.
The schedule includes live concerts and bonus livestreams, such as Joshua Bell performing on Sunday, June 28 at Vail’s Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater, promising a vibrant summer of music.
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O.A.R. will perform at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Ford Amphitheater as part of its Three Decades Tour with Gavin DeGraw and Phantom Planet opening, and tickets start at $19.72 online.
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Tahama Spring, the city's only natural spring, once drew locals to Monument Valley Park but was capped after repeated floods damaged its pavilion — in 2018 local preservationists halted restoration plans because the $2 million cost proved too high.
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Education
Caroline Anderson, a recent graduate of Lewis Palmer High School, was awarded the inaugural Tri-Lakes Women’s Club 2026 scholarship and will study aviation at the University of Oklahoma this fall (her nearly 1,000 hours of community service set her apart).
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Government
Schriever Space Force Base conducted its planned exercise on Tuesday and is continuing it today with increased first responder presence — the training tests emergency procedures and coordination for base personnel and visitors.
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Fort Carson officials announced that Evans Army Community Hospital will get a new commander today at 11 a.m. as Col. Jason Williams replaces Col. Matthew Mapes — Mapes is set to move to Germany for a new role.
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Health
The FDA has approved a plan to import lower-cost drugs from Canada & Colorado’s Drug Importation Program aims to save Coloradans millions by reducing insurance premiums and out-of-pocket costs.
The plan, in development since 2019, will help lower healthcare expenses in the future.
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Lifestyle
Harley, a 2-year-old pit bull mix, is ready for a new home from the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) and seeks a family that loves to play fetch, get belly rubs, and enjoy crate naps.
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Real Estate
Home sales in the Pikes Peak region increased in May as buyers became more active and homes sold faster—median single-family prices in El Paso County held near $549K and market days dropped from 51 to 39.
Realtors note the seasonal trend and urge sellers to price competitively.
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Sports
The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb returns this Sunday at 7:30 a.m. with 75 drivers attempting the 12.42-mile, 156-turn course in Colorado Springs, including local racer David Donner aiming to break a production record in his 28th race.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing Company
Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge while enjoying a brew and competing for prizes.
Pasta Making Class with Chef Juwanza
Thursday, June 25th, 2026 · 5-7 p.m. — Axe and the Oak Whiskey House — Enjoy a hands-on cooking class and craft delicious pasta from scratch.
Books & Brews at Goat Patch Brewing
Friday, June 26th, 2026 · 2-7 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 OFF pints — Browse curated books and enjoy a unique listening experience with audiobooks.
Pikes Punks Comedy Show: Billy Anderson
Saturday, June 27th, 2026 · 8-9:30 p.m. — The Public House at The Alexander — In-person event — Get ready to laugh your head off at the premiere Colorado Springs comedy show featuring the hilarious Billy Anderson.