Good morning, Colorado Springs.

The winner of the St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway will be revealed on 11 News tonight at 4 p.m. along with prizes including a $10,000 gift card and shopping spree, with further details at 5:30 p.m. at 9775 Feathergrass Drive (home valued at about $625,000).

The Colorado College Summer Music Festival wraps up its 42nd season this week in Colorado Springs with a student quartet presenting a final showcase after weeks of intensive rehearsals and mentorship (their program features works by Prokofiev and Brahms).

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is celebrating its 100th anniversary by offering family-friendly activities such as bear demos, gorilla shows, and hippo talks.

The zoo expands its giraffe exhibit by 25% this summer and visitors can enjoy a chairlift ride + panoramic views of the area.

On July 4, visitors can watch the sunrise from America’s Mountain as Pikes Peak Highway opens early at 4:15 a.m. for drivers and the cog railway departs at 4:30 a.m. for a rare high-altitude viewing (tickets start at $28) with sunset viewings later the same day.

Former Academy District 20 superintendent Tom Gregory will lead The Colorado Springs School starting July 1.

He was chosen after a national search to bring 30 years of experience and focus on experiential learning to a private school (enrolling about 300 students).

Colorado Springs is advancing a federally authorized feasibility study for the COS Creek Plan, which aims to restore 12 miles of Monument and Fountain Creeks for flood control, recreation and growth — public input is invited through an online open house and a meeting at the Police Department on July 15.

Colorado Springs Utilities held its annual event Wednesday — detailing planned grid upgrades and a possible nuclear power future to address rising energy demand as CEO Travas Deal explained new substations and incentive programs to reduce peak loads.

Colorado has asked a federal appeals court to review the EPA's rejection of its haze plan that aimed to retire the Nixon coal plant by 2029 - the state argues that the retirement date was set by the utility and that the agency overstepped its authority; a response is expected in August.

El Paso County DPW will begin road projects next week (July 6).

Projects include pedestrian crossing upgrades on Jersey Lane at Bickley St, lane reductions on North Gate Blvd, crossing replacement at Cree Dr and Seneca Rd, and 3-week closures on Industry Rd and Loy Creek Rd with detours.

Local pros Brock and JoJo Domann returned to coach at the 21st annual Pine Creek Pro Football Camp held Monday through Wednesday at John Venezia Park, inspiring around 200 youth athletes with the skills that launched their own careers.

Colorado native Wyndham Clark won his second U.S. Open title on Sunday at Shinnecock Hills as he shot a 73 final round, making key plays on the 10th and 16th holes to battle wind + fescue and an opposing crowd.

The Nuggets selected St. John's forward Bryce Hopkins with the 49th pick in the NBA Draft today.

The skilled forward, a 2X All Big East performer who averaged 13.6 points and 6.2 boards last season, is expected to add energy despite past injuries.

Rockies management is preparing for the MLB draft on July 11 in Philadelphia to add Colorado talent and boost the team’s pitching.

The organization aims to reverse recent struggles by targeting top prospects from the Southeastern Conference (including catcher Ryder Helfrick).

Books & Brews at Goat Patch Brewing

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

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.

The Garbologists

4 PM — Ent Center for the Arts — Ticket pricing not specified — Discover the connection and comedy between two sanitation workers through trash talk and unexpected truths.

Summer Cosmic Adventures: Mission to Mars

9 a.m.-12 p.m. — Space Foundation Headquarters and Discovery Center — $180 per camper — embark on a hands-on adventure to tackle engineering challenges and explore Mars.

Reel Fun Craft Night

4:30-6 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly movie while indulging in crafts and artistic fun for all ages.

Poolside Pals Family Fun: Paint Your Favorite!

12:00-1:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $29 per person — Enjoy a fun art class suitable for ages 5 and up where families can create colorful memories together.

Shallow End Fitness

2-6 p.m. — Peterson SFB Aquatic Center — No cost listed — Enjoy independent workout time in a reserved area of the pool designed for adults.

Live Music: School of Rock Performance

5-8 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live music from School of Rock students at a local brewery this summer.

Rockledge Ranch 4th of July Celebration

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with the Pikes Peak Brass Band playing patriotic favorites.

Glow Animals | Family Day

11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $25 per person — Enjoy a fun, guided painting experience perfect for families and beginners.