Monday, June 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Daycare teacher Tamara and her two sons moved into a new home on June 21 gifted by Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity—built in honor of their late executive director Paul Johnson—to leave behind an unsafe apartment and enjoy a secure neighborhood in Ridge Sand Creek. FOX21
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ CSPD said that on Saturday, June 21, officers responded at 9 p.m. near Constitution and Alpine when two vehicles speeding hit a turning car, and the driver was taken to the hospital where he later died—alcohol may have been involved. FOX21
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Union workers at the Safeway on Circle Drive and Galley Road walked off the job on Sunday, making it the first Colorado Springs store to join a regional strike over alleged unfair labor practices and understaffing + the grocer said its stores would remain open as talks with United Food & Commercial Workers Local 7 continue after nine months of negotiations. Colorado Springs Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new exhibit on Modernist Mary Chenoweth opens Wednesday at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College and runs through Oct. 4—featuring about 20 works inspired by her travels and her long career teaching art. Colorado Springs Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday morning, the 103rd Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on America’s Mountain—delayed by weather for over two hours—concluded with Simone Faggioli from Firenze, Italy winning the race. 11 News
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Steve Langemo Live at The Mining Exchange
5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience a vibrant performance blending jazz, funk, and electronic music in a lively hotel lobby.
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Hillside Summer Concert Series
6-8:30 p.m. — Hillside Gardens — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy live music from Grizzly Gopher, Roma Ransom, and John Wise & the Tribe in a beautiful garden setting.
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Monthly Lunch Networking Mingle
12-2 p.m. — Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant — RSVP appreciated — Network with local business owners over delicious food in a relaxed setting.
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Thomas Owen Band in the Courtyard
4-7 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy classic country infused with rock and roll in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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Kid's Painting & Plushie Making Party
10 AM – 12 PM — Painting with a Twist — $35 per person — Kids create unique paintings and stuffed animals in a fun, hands-on pARTy!
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Kevin Cronin of REO Speedwagon: The Brotherhood of Rock Tour
7-11 PM — Ford Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience the iconic Kevin Cronin Band's thrilling performance in a summer music outing.
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Oakland Ballers at Rocky Mountain Vibes
6:00 PM – 9:30 PM — Security Service Field — VIP packages available — Enjoy an extravagant game day experience with VIP access to food, drinks, and entertainment.
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Post-Deployment Welcome Home
10-11 a.m. — Airman & Family Readiness Center — Free entry — Celebrate the return of our dedicated personnel in this community-oriented welcome home event.
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Hillside Gardens Summer Concert Series
6 PM – 12 AM — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $18 — Enjoy local music, food, and drinks in a beautiful garden setting every Wednesday night.
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John Wise and Tribe Live Performance
5-8 PM — Rico's Cafe & Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy a creative fusion of Blues from local favorites John Wise, Brad Eastin, and Bobby McGuffin.
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