Good morning, Colorado Springs.

The Myron Stratton Home in Colorado Springs celebrated its 20th anniversary on Jun.

26, marking two decades of community service.

The Ute Pass Community Concert Summer Pavilion Series will bring live music to Midland Pavilion in Woodland Park starting July 8.

Attendees must bring their own seating as food trucks and Woody’s Bar open at 5:30 p.m. and concerts run until 8 p.m.

The Forest Service added Monument Helitack (a rapid-response team) to the helicopter short-haul program on the Front Range to speed up wildfire suppression.

Crews completed ground training at Monument Fire Center and flight training in McCall (early June) to better protect local communities during peak fire season.

Colorado hospitals face more financial stress as federal Medicaid cuts add pressure to an already strained system.

Lincoln Health in Hugo and Denver Health expect further challenges with decreased reimbursements ahead of 2027.

Colorado Springs veteran Harry King (a retired Army major and Vietnam veteran) celebrated his 90th birthday by tandem skydiving from Fremont County Airport on Friday, June 26.

He completed his 113th jump and said he plans to jump again at 95 or 100.

Colorado Springs residents can explore Ridgeline Trail, a quiet loop accessed from Section 16 that offers hiking and scenic views of Bear Creek Canyon, Garden of the Gods — and Cheyenne Mountain.

The non-motorized path is best enjoyed during summer mornings before parking fills.

Gazette Preps has announced its All-Area girls’ soccer teams (recognizing peak performer Brooklynn Pollmiller and coach Carisa Whitson) with top players recognized from Rampart, Pine Creek, Air Academy and other local schools.

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.

Aqua Zumba with Natilia

8:45-9:30 a.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — $15 for locals, free for overnight guests — Dive into a fun dance party that blends Zumba with water resistance for a low-impact workout.

OCC Summer Concert Series featuring John Long

6-8 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy free live blues music by John Long in a charming park setting.