Daily editionSaturday, July 12th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of July.
Culture
Blue Hands Collective is a group of fiber artists in Colorado Springs who holds indigo dye events and classes around the Pikes Peak region to teach the art, history, and cultural ties of indigo on textiles.
The collective, founded in 2021 as a fundraiser for a previous group, will host a festival today and additional events that offer lectures and hands-on demonstrations—highlighting indigo’s chemical process and its legacy linked to slavery and colonialism.
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Education
At its meeting last Thursday, School District 49 approved a new rule that requires pre-kindergarten through eighth-grade students to turn off and store personal devices during the school day — a change prompted by a new state law to reduce cyberbullying and support academic success. The board also approved the application for Honor Charter School, a Marzano Academy that will open for the 2027-28 school year and grow its enrollment over time — pending land acquisition and construction.
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Government
Ramona Avenue at South Nevada Avenue will close from Monday, July 14 at 7 a.m. through mid-August for the South Nevada Avenue Traffic Signal Improvements Project — crews will install new traffic signals, ADA-compliant curb ramps, and streetscape improvements while detours guide drivers and nearby businesses stay open.
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The City of Colorado Springs and El Paso County announced community open houses for a regional housing needs assessment set for July 23 at Library 21C and the Family Success Center and for July 24 at UCCS Downtown Lounge, Manitou City Hall, plus a virtual meeting on the same day.
Residents can drop in any time during these sessions—each following the same format—to share their experiences and views on local housing needs.
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The Colorado Department of Transportation announced that southbound I-25 from South Academy Boulevard to Santa Fe Avenue will be closed on the nights of July 18 and 19 from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. and on July 20 from 8 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. for safety improvements — northbound South Academy Boulevard and the southbound off-ramp to US 85/87 will also close on July 17, so drivers should follow detour routes.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Community Block Party
Saturday, July 19th, 2025 · 10 AM – 2 PM — Family Success Center - Pikes Peak United Way — Free entry — Enjoy a lively neighborhood celebration with food trucks, games, and community resources.
Flyin' West Performance
Sunday, July 20th, 2025 · 4-5:30 p.m. — Ent Center for the Arts — Tickets starting at $140 — Experience the captivating performance of Flyin' West in Colorado Springs.
Mangia! Italian Kids' Cooking Camp
Monday, July 21st, 2025 · 1-4 p.m. — 1753 S 8th St, Colorado Springs — $8.50 ticket fee — Young chefs get messy making pasta, pizza, and cannoli at this fun-filled cooking camp.
Post-Deployment Welcome Home
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025 · 10-11 a.m. — Airman & Family Readiness Center — Free entry — Celebrate and reconnect during this welcoming event for returning service members.