Daily editionTuesday, July 8th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
Community
After Sunday's hail storm damaged roofs, siding, gardens, and cars in southern Colorado Springs, homeowners inspected their properties and called for repairs.
Local experts warned that door-to-door sales can lack proper credentials + homeowners should only hire licensed contractors + check local recommendations to ensure quality work.
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Culture
Olympic City USA will host the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum Festival from Thursday through Sunday, offering free events like movie nights that begin at 8:30 p.m. during the festival—visitors can also enjoy free museum entry on Saturday and Sunday along with interactive exhibits and athlete appearances.
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Economy
May passenger traffic at Colorado Springs Airport reached 220,982—a 1.9% increase from May last year—with an average load factor of 85.6% that fell by 2.3% while seat availability rose by 5.7%.
The report also noted that Southwest’s seasonal Cancun service started on June 7, American Airlines began daily nonstop Chicago service on June 5, and Southwest will launch year-round San Diego flights on October 2.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Boys with Blue Concert
Friday, July 18th, 2025 · 5-7 p.m. — Sunshine Studios Live — All ages welcome — Enjoy a night of music with TH3TA, Alyssa Mongiovi, and Evan Bingham.