Daily editionSunday, July 12th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of July.
Community
On June 26, at the Visitor & Nature Center, the Garden of the Gods Foundation celebrated its legacy of preserving the park by reviewing work since 1994 that raised over $7.6 million for trail restorations, facility upgrades, and education programs supporting millions of annual park visitors.
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Business
Cybersecurity and defense firm Apogee Engineering moved to its new 34,000 sqft headquarters at 9910 Federal Drive after announcing the move in May and later was awarded a $103 million contract from the Department of Defense to modernize GPS systems (press release).
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Culture
After a funding scare nearly canceled it, the 83rd annual Pikes Peak or Bust Parade took place Saturday downtown (the scare was resolved within 24 hours as community leaders rallied) with riders, marching bands and the 2026 Girl of the West serving as grand marshal.
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Local supporters can order Palisade peaches by July 23 as the Philharmonic Guild launches a fundraiser for symphonic music, with orders picked up on Aug. 8 at the Youth Symphony Office.
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Education
Fountain-Fort Carson graduate Jasmine Toney was named 2026 Colorado State Youth of the Year (recognized through her work at the Peterson Space Force Base Youth Center) and will attend the University of Colorado Boulder in the fall.
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Government
Officials reported that evacuees in Beulah may return on Monday, July 13 once fire crews achieve greater containment and re-entry cards are issued from the Disaster Assistance Center at 29 Lehigh Avenue — residents near North Creek Road remain under evacuation.
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Kyle McGuffey, a 14-year-old local, is opposing the proposed Project Taurus data center that a California company plans to build off Garden of the Gods Road.
He is gathering public records and speaking at events to examine potential environmental and utility impacts.
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Lifestyle
Colorado Master Gardener Fredricka Bogardus advises local gardeners to plant English lavender or lavender x intermedia 'Provence' in well-draining, alkaline soil for year-round appeal as these perennials offer summer blooms and winter texture (avoid annual types that will not survive local winters).
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Sports
Colorado Springs Switchbacks clinched Group 2 of the USL Cup with a 3-0 win over Orange County SC Saturday night (goals came from Aidan Rocha, Sadam Masereka, and Juan Tejada) and will play in the Cup quarterfinals on Aug. 12 with details to be announced.
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Colorado Springs Events
Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
Monday, July 13th, 2026 · 4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Relax and color your worries away with themed pages and craft supplies available.
Bleating Heart Night: Sue's Gift
Tuesday, July 14th, 2026 · 5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy craft beer while supporting a local nonprofit.
Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing Company
Wednesday, July 15th, 2026 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free to play — Test your knowledge over brews and compete for prizes at this fun trivia night.
Cos Racing Group Bike Ride
Thursday, July 16th, 2026 · 5:30-6 p.m. — Fossil Craft Beer Company — Free entry — Connect with the cycling community and enjoy local beers after the ride.
D2 Summer Food Service Program
Friday, July 17th, 2026 · All day — Family Success Center - Pikes Peak United Way — Free meals available — A community initiative to provide nutritious food during the summer months.
LIVE at the Lodge - Tiny Pockets with Good Grub Food Truck
Saturday, July 18th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Food truck and live music — Enjoy an evening of tunes from Tiny Pockets while savoring delicious bites from Good Grub.
The 719 Party at Snooze
Sunday, July 19th, 2026 · 3-6 p.m. — Snooze, an A.M. Eatery — $35 per person — Celebrate local culture with food, music, and community support for nonprofits.
Real Madrid Foundation Soccer Camp
Monday, July 20th, 2026 · 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. — El Pomar Youth Sports Park — Registration required — Develop soccer skills with expert coaching from Real Madrid methodologies.
Bleating Heart Night Fundraiser
Tuesday, July 21st, 2026 · 5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy great brews while supporting Colorado Youth Outdoors.
Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing Company
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free to play — Test your knowledge while enjoying craft beer and prizes every Wednesday night.