Daily editionTuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
Community
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.
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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.
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Government
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.
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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.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Open Mic Night
Monday, August 11th, 2025 · 6-10 p.m. — Vultures — Free entry — Showcase your talent in music and comedy every Monday night hosted by Joe Bruno.
Summer Concert Series
Tuesday, August 12th, 2025 · 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.
Colorado Springs Monthly Networking Event
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025 · 5-7 p.m. — View House — Free entry — Network with local entrepreneurs in a welcoming atmosphere at this monthly gathering.
Jazz Thursdays with Sarah Groh
Thursday, August 14th, 2025 · 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.
The Pioneer Rodeo 2025
Friday, August 15th, 2025 · 5-9 p.m. — Norris Penrose Colorado Springs Event Center — Ticket sales begin June 1st, 2025 — Experience top-tier rodeo action and community spirit at The Pioneer Rodeo.