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Colorado Springs
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pikes Peak National Cemetery said cemetery director Skyler Holmes died unexpectedly last month at 43 and had served since June 2020 by ensuring every veteran received dignified services (such as flag placements) and respectful ceremonies (for unclaimed veterans), leaving colleagues deeply saddened. 11 News
- ➤ Local nonprofits in Colorado Springs reported budget shortfalls from lower federal funding and rising costs and asked for community help. Springs Rescue Mission cut staff, the Salvation Army seeks up to $1 million for its family shelter and Care and Share Food Bank reduced its budget by $1.35 million—groups that depend on private donations now face more demand for services. Colorado Springs Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Carie Hallford, a Colorado funeral home owner, pleaded guilty in federal court to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud after admitting she sent grieving families dry concrete instead of ashes and defrauded nearly $900,000; her sentencing will be held on Dec. 3 as prosecutors recommend up to 15 years though she faces a maximum of 20 years. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ Joel Lang’s murder case was dismissed in June after prosecutors could not meet the higher clear and convincing burden to restore his competency to stand trial for the hit-and-drag death of 47-year-old Kristy Kerst in a Monument fast food parking lot—prompting local advocates and parents to push for changes to Colorado competency laws to give victims’ families more closure. 11 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs Fire Department is hosting its first Living with Wildfire Town Hall for eastern residents today at 6:30 p.m. at the Pavilion at Banning Lewis Ranch—firefighters will show drone footage of recent fires and review evacuation plans and emergency notifications. KOAA News5
- ➤ The Colorado State Patrol will set up four sobriety checkpoints on highways in Fountain, Gilpin County, Ridgeway and Archuleta County—beginning on August 15 in Fountain and Gilpin, on August 22 in Ridgeway, and on August 23 in Archuleta—to discourage impaired driving by reminding drivers that impairment includes alcohol, prescription drugs, marijuana and other substances. FOX21
- ➤ Colorado State Patrol is urging drivers to stop on red during National Stop on Red Week from Aug. 3–Aug. 9 as 401 crashes in 2024 tied to traffic signal violations injured 85 and killed three. Troopers issued 1,539 citations to drivers in top counties including Douglas—169 citations, Arapahoe—162, Adams—156, El Paso—100, and Weld—83. FOX21
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Hillside Summer Concert Series
5:00 – 8:30 PM — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — Tickets $18 — Experience local talents and enjoy food and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.
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Wayne Wilkinson Trio Performance
5-8 p.m. — Mining Exchange Hotel — Free entry — Enjoy crafted cocktails and live jazz from the Wayne Wilkinson Trio during Golden Hour.
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Americana in the Courtyard
4-7 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy soulful Americana tunes from talented musicians in a charming outdoor setting.
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Summer Car Show at Mash Mechanix Brewing
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.
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Slightly Stoopid Concert
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.
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Open Mic Night
6-10 p.m. — Vultures — Free entry — Showcase your talent in music and comedy every Monday night hosted by Joe Bruno.
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Summer Concert Series
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy a free concert featuring Lethal Lisa McCall and her blues-inspired music in the heart of Old Colorado City.
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Just Between Friends Sale
12-8 p.m. — Colorado Springs Event Center — Save 50-90% on children's items — A community event where families can find incredible deals on everything growing kids need.
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Jazz Thursdays with Sarah Groh
5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience the Sarah Groh Trio performing jazz standards and folk classics in a cozy downtown setting.
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Just Between Friends Sale
9 AM – 8 PM — Colorado Springs Event Center — Save 50-90% — Find everything your growing kids need at bargain prices.
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