Daily editionFriday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
Community
The El Paso County Fair announced the 2025 Fair Awards yesterday — naming Patty Woodard as the VIP Award winner, Felicia Publicker as the Volunteer Award winner for her over 250 service hours, and 16-year-old Moriah Hudson as the 4-H/FFA Award recipient.
The fair will run from July 12 to July 19 at the Fair and Events Center in Calhan — a venue that supports local agriculture and youth programs.
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Local community members in Colorado Springs held Juneteenth celebrations that brought residents together with cultural events—organizers said the festivities honored local heritage and diversity.
The events welcomed everyone as part of a citywide effort to commemorate this historic holiday.
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Business
JINYA Ramen Bar opened this week in a downtown Colorado Springs space that formerly housed Steel Pan PnP and Iron Bird Brewing, serving authentic ramen made with slow-cooked broths that take up to two days to develop.
The chain, its 73rd outpost and fourth in Colorado, is partnering with Angels of America's Fallen (a nonprofit supporting children of fallen first responders) to donate 10% of its gyoza sales during the first month.
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Culture
Today, the inaugural Arts Uprise Festival in Colorado Springs opens at Millibo Arts Theatre and will run through Sunday—featuring plays by Colorado writers, spoken word from Ashley Cornelius, music by John Spengler, and art curated by Auric Gallery—while serving as a fundraiser for MAT.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Government
Manitou Springs extended the emergency sewer line repair at the intersection of Manitou Avenue and Crystal Park Road through June 30 due to unforeseen complications with aging infrastructure.
Traffic crews manage vehicle flow — Crystal Park Road is closed from Poplar Place to Manitou Avenue while Manitou Avenue has shifting lane closures near the work zone.
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Health
Yoseph Williamson, a 14-year-old with NF1—a rare genetic disorder causing painful nerve tumors—found relief after his family moved to Colorado Springs last year to receive coordinated treatment at Children’s Hospital Colorado.
His doctors work together to manage his condition and plan ongoing therapies to improve his quality of life.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Sports
Romain Dumas, a five-time winner, will race a newly modified electric Super Mustang Mach-E at Pikes Peak this Sunday after months of upgrades that lowered the car's weight and added an active DRS system for better speed on the 156-corner, 12.4-mile course.
Engineers began designing the vehicle in October and tested it in Europe before shipping it here for final tuning ahead of the race.
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Colorado Springs Events
Live Music: Jared Nells
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 · 4:30-7:30 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a summer evening of great vibes and live tunes on the lawn.
Painting with a Purpose Fundraiser
Sunday, June 22nd, 2025 · 3-5 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $38-$50 per person — Enjoy a creative afternoon supporting a local non-profit while painting your own masterpiece.
Best of the '90s Music Camp
Monday, June 23rd, 2025 · 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — School of Rock — Cost varies — Celebrate the music of the '90s with hands-on learning, practice, and a live performance.
Steve Langemo Live at The Mining Exchange
Tuesday, June 24th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience a vibrant performance blending jazz, funk, and electronic music in a lively hotel lobby.
All-Ages Story Time
Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy fun stories, songs, and crafts at a welcoming family-friendly event.
Craig Walter Live at Rico's
Thursday, June 26th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of folk, country, and blues from a beloved local musician.
Thomas Owen Band in the Courtyard
Friday, June 27th, 2025 · 4-7 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy classic country infused with rock and roll in a vibrant outdoor setting.
Kid's Painting & Plushie Making Party
Saturday, June 28th, 2025 · 10 AM – 12 PM — Painting with a Twist — $35 per person — Kids create unique paintings and stuffed animals in a fun, hands-on pARTy!
Family Fun! Choose Your Zoo Animal Painting
Sunday, June 29th, 2025 · 2-3:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $27-$29 per person — Unleash your inner artist with a guided painting session suitable for all ages.
Rocky Mountain Vibes vs. Oakland Ballers
Monday, June 30th, 2025 · 6:30 p.m. — Blocktickets Park — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Rocky Mountain Vibes take on the Oakland Ballers in an exciting live show with VIP experiences.