Daily editionMonday, July 7th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
Environment
Mountain pine beetles are surging in Black Forest, and the Colorado State Forest Service is placing synthetic pheromone packets on trees to deter the pests—local residents and county officials are also cutting down dead trees to reduce fire danger.
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Government
Colorado State Patrol warned travelers returning from the holiday weekend that heavy traffic and increased DUI enforcement may slow commutes (including a recent checkpoint in Weld County).
Troopers urge drivers to be patient and give others extra space as random sobriety checkpoints continue through Labor Day.
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Real Estate
In June, Colorado Springs homes had a median sales price of $500,000 and stayed on the market for an average of 40 days while new listings dropped 8.7% from May and were 12% higher than last June—Windy Bailey of the Pikes Peak Association of Realtors noted that low buyer confidence is prompting sellers to be flexible with pricing.
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Accidents
The Colorado Springs Fire Department knocked down a house fire near Lake Avenue and Venetucci Boulevard on Saturday, July 5 as crews reached the scene around 1 a.m.—everyone inside escaped with no injuries despite heavy damage to the home.
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Colorado Springs Events
Summer Concert Series Featuring The Vindicators
Tuesday, July 8th, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Catch high-energy performances by a band of middle school teachers mixing classic rock and contemporary hits.
MyCraft Camp: Artsy Summer Fun for Kids
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 · 1-4 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $125 per person — Kids aged 6-16 enjoy themed paintings, crafts, and snacks in a creative summer camp atmosphere.
Tommy Saxman at Art on the Mesa
Thursday, July 10th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Gold Hill Mesa — Free entry — Enjoy captivating saxophone melodies that weave jazz and soul into an enchanting experience.
K Squared Performance
Friday, July 11th, 2025 · 4-7 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience an energetic blend of jazz, funk, country, folk, and bluegrass with K Squared from Colorado Springs.
Christmas in July Ornament Workshop
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 · 10 AM – 12 PM — Sweetwater a Flower Market — All supplies included — Create a unique Colorado ornament from reclaimed aspen slices while enjoying holiday cheer.
Family Fun! Customize Your Sweet Bear
Sunday, July 13th, 2025 · 2:00-3:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $27-$29 per person — Unleash your inner artist while creating a masterpiece alongside friends and family with optional drinks and snacks.
SCWCC Young Professionals Coffee Meetup
Monday, July 14th, 2025 · 10:00 – 11:30 AM — COS City Hub — Free entry — Connect with fellow young professionals for personal growth and career insights.
Summer Concert Series
Tuesday, July 15th, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy the groovy sounds of Hoodoo Honey as they blend classic blues with a soulful twist.
All-Ages Story Time
Wednesday, July 16th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy an hour of delightful stories, songs, and crafts for all ages.
Jazz Thursday with Sarah Groh Trio
Thursday, July 17th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free show — Experience the soulful sounds of jazz standards and folk classics performed by the captivating Sarah Groh Trio.