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Colorado Springs
Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of Colorado Springs has scheduled several events on Pikes Peak in August and September, including a cycling hill climb on Aug. 9 that delays summit highway access until 9 a.m. (other activities include a challenge hike on Sept. 6, a youth fishing derby on Sept. 13, a summit closure on Sept. 20 until 2 p.m., a marathon on Sept. 21, and a sunrise opening on Sept. 27). City of Colorado Springs
- ➤ On Monday, Colorado Springs welcomed 13 junior high students from Fujiyoshida, Japan—part of the 34th student exchange—with two chaperones and representatives from the Japan America Society of Southern Colorado at City Hall. The students toured the building and talked with Mayor Yemi Mobolade and councilmembers about their ideas as emerging global citizens. City of Colorado Springs
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Local car dealerships in Colorado Springs said prices have stayed steady since April when a 25% tariff took effect—early high customer interest has since balanced out. Dealers are now watching for potential changes to tariffs on steel and aluminum that might lead to higher prices. KOAA News5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An El Paso County judge dismissed the citizen-backed lawsuit against the Pikes Peak Library District on Monday when he ruled that the board could not be reviewed over the Rockrimmon Library closure; the case is closed (it cannot be filed again). KOAA News5
- ➤ Colorado State Patrol will run DUI checkpoints in El Paso, Gilpin, Ouray and Archuleta counties from August 15 to August 23 as part of its 100 Deadliest Days of Summer campaign—local agencies will check drivers on designated highways to reduce impaired driving incidents. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ El Paso County uses its Community Development Block Grant program to fund neighborhood upgrades after projects are reviewed by a 12-member advisory board and approved by the Board of County Commissioners and HUD—CDAB meetings are held monthly with the next one on October 22 at 12:30 p.m. at the Economic Development Office on 9 E Vermijo Ave in Colorado Springs. El Paso County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pediatric doctors from Children’s Hospital Colorado visited Evans Army Community Hospital on Tuesday to train staff on treating critically injured children from local Fort Carson families. The simulation drill, which included care for a 5-year-old boy injured from a fall, helped sharpen emergency skills and strengthen communication between the two hospitals—ensuring quick care for young patients. Colorado Springs Gazette
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Draper Commons, a multi-phase housing project in downtown Colorado Springs aimed at easing the housing gap for those earning between 30% and 120% of the area median income, is set to add nearly 500 affordable apartments. Sumner House is open with 95 units and construction on Phase Two, called Bristow House, will begin this fall if funding through Proposition 123 is approved — Phase Three at Lowell will start in Spring 2026. 11 News
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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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Billy Currington Live
5-9 p.m. — Ford Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the smooth sounds of Billy Currington as he performs hits from his latest album and classics alike.
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