Daily editionThursday, July 31st, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
Education
Classes will start soon in D-20, but hundreds of students who registered to ride the bus still need to pick up their My Ride cards.
Families can get the cards at the transportation office (7408-A Duryea Dr.) and then use the My Ride K-12 app for real‐time bus updates.
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Government
Mayor Yemi Mobolade celebrated Colorado Springs' 154th birthday today by sharing a message of thanks and unity as he recovered from a recent health challenge and encouraged residents to build on the city’s proud legacy—reminding everyone of the values laid down by early pioneers.
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Colorado lawmakers must cut $1 billion from the current budget because the GOP tax bill signed on July 4 reduced expected tax revenue by $1.2 billion.
Presentations on Wednesday to the Legislative Council Executive Committee set the stage for Gov. Polis to call a special lawmaking term in coming weeks to fix the gap (lawmakers may close certain tax breaks and trim state spending).
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Health
U.S. News and World Report ranked UCHealth Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs as the best hospital in the city for the fourth year in a row and tied with UCHealth Medical Center of the Rockies for third-best in Colorado.
The ranking, based on high performance in 13 care areas during the 2024 fiscal year, shows the hospital's focus on patient care — a strength that reassures the community.
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Colorado Springs Events
Ute Pass Playboys Concert
Friday, August 1st, 2025 · 4-7 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of golden-era honky-tonk and Western swing on the patio.
Majestics Colorado Springs Car Show & Hop
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 · 4-9 p.m. — Felipe's 109 — Cost varies — Indulge in giant smoked turkey legs while enjoying a classic car show.
Fusion Night
Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 · 8 PM - 12 AM — 1106 N Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, CO — Free entry — Experience a vibrant fusion of music and entertainment every Saturday night.
Baby Time at the Library
Monday, August 4th, 2025 · 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM — Pikes Peak Library District - East Library — Free — Interactive songs, rhymes, and stories for babies up to 12 months.
Q3 Family Promise Gathering
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025 · 11:30 PM – 1:00 AM — First United Methodist Church — Free entry — Discover key updates and new initiatives from Family Promise of Colorado Springs while connecting with the community.
Hillside Summer Concert Series
Wednesday, August 6th, 2025 · 5:00 – 8:30 PM — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — Tickets $18 — Experience local talents and enjoy food and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.
Wayne Wilkinson Trio Performance
Thursday, August 7th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Mining Exchange Hotel — Free entry — Enjoy crafted cocktails and live jazz from the Wayne Wilkinson Trio during Golden Hour.
Live Music at Summa
Friday, August 8th, 2025 · 7 PM - 10 PM — Summa — $10 cover — Enjoy live music and a full bar menu in a cozy upstairs space.
Summer Car Show at Mash Mechanix Brewing
Saturday, August 9th, 2025 · 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Mash Mechanix Brewing Co — $30 registration — Showcase your vehicle and support El Paso County Search and Rescue while enjoying the brewing festivities.
Slightly Stoopid Concert
Sunday, August 10th, 2025 · 5:30-7:00 p.m. — Ford Amphitheater — Ticket sales support adaptive surfing initiatives — Experience a multi-genre fusion of music from the beloved band Slightly Stoopid.