Good morning, Colorado Springs.

On Sunday, Colorado Springs firefighters put out a kitchen fire in a basement unit at East Cimarron and South El Paso Street and rescued a small dog that is doing well; investigators are looking into the cause.

A local cybersecurity firm opened its new headquarters at 9910 Federal Drive (34,000 sqft for office space and training) in May and secured a major GPS contract that will boost its local operations.

Woodland Park artist Cyndi Deswik shows her solo exhibit 'Ideas in the Abstract' at The Bridge Gallery from July 18, 25 and Aug.

1 with 19 paintings. Her work was celebrated on July 3 during First Friday Art Walk and she will paint at Labor Day’s Victor Plein Air event.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo will open a new International Center for the Care and Conservation of Giraffe this summer.

The $40 million project expands the indoor space and outdoor habitat, adding new feeding zones and a landscaped entrance area.

The Millibo Art Theatre, established in 2001 by Jim Jackson and Birgitta De Pree, has become a vibrant community space in an old church in Ivywild.

The venue celebrated 25 years with engaging shows (including a Feb. 3 circus performance by Gloria Treinen) and continues to nurture local talent.

Displaced Beulah residents can begin returning today at 8 a.m. after obtaining a reentry card from the Disaster Assistance Center at Pueblo Academy of Arts on Lehigh Avenue, as the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office launches a phased reentry program; Evon Davis, whose cabin was destroyed, plans to inspect the remains.

National park employees in the Mountain West voted in June to join the National Treasury Employees Union; the new chapter covers 650 workers at 12 sites (including those in Colorado) and aims for fair treatment, better pay, and improved benefits, with interim officer Peri Sasnett noting unions offer more protection.

The Downtown Development Authority approved $165k for the engineering phase of Bergstrom Park re-imagination project and welcomed new board members including former Woodland Park Mayor Kellie Case and Linda Cercere, while City Council will review the funds to amend the DDA budget for 2026 + 2027.

Local recovery programs in the Pikes Peak region are adapting services to match evolving views on addiction.

Organizations like Serenity Recovery Connection now offer peer support groups and work with homeless services to reduce stigma and widen treatment access (including youth and family programs).

EuroLeague Defender of the Year Alpha Diallo signed a one-year, $1.4 million deal with the Denver Nuggets, strengthening their defense.

The 29-year-old, who played for AS Monaco and college ball at Providence, grew up in New York and played at Denver West, joining the West contender team.

Bleating Heart Night: Sue's Gift

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

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy delicious brews and pizza with friends.

Less Water, More Flavor: Garden Wine Dinner

6-9 p.m. — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — Ticketed event — Experience a unique wine dinner featuring dry farmed wines and drought-tolerant ingredients in a beautiful garden setting.

D2 Summer Food Service Program

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

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.

Brushes & Brunch at Beans & Brews

1-3 p.m. — Beans & Brews Coffeehouse — $15 minimum food purchase required — Unleash your creativity with step-by-step painting instruction in a cozy café setting.

Real Madrid Foundation Soccer Camp

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.

Mash Mechanix Pickleball Club

5:30-6 p.m. — Mash Mechanix Brewing Co — Free entry — Enjoy friendly and competitive pickleball while sipping on discounted pints.

Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing Company

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.

Cos Racing Group Bike Ride

5:30-6:00 p.m. — Fossil Craft Beer Company — Free entry — Enjoy a weekly cycling adventure followed by community vibes and craft beer.