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Colorado Springs
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Manitou Springs Police said an employee of the Pikes Peak Cog Railway was assaulted Saturday in the parking lot — the victim remains in critical condition while police investigate persons of interest who have been located. KVOR
- ➤ On Friday, a DUI checkpoint along Highway 16 in Fountain led Colorado State Patrol and the Fountain Police Department to arrest seven drivers out of 537 contacts—marking the first checkpoint of its kind in El Paso County in about 10 years. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Two motorcyclists died in crashes at the northeast Colorado Springs intersection—Garmish Road and Union Boulevard—when speeding was a factor on Aug. 9 and Aug. 12. 11 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Colorado faces a potential $800 million gap as revenue falls below the TABOR cap due to tax cuts made during surplus years and recent federal tax changes–lawmakers now must decide whether to reduce spending or find new revenue while local property tax cuts shift funding for schools. Past warnings about lowering taxes have proven accurate as the state struggles with the long-term impact of these financial decisions. Colorado Public Radio
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jenkins Middle School reopened its gym and classrooms for sixth and seventh graders after a January closure over fire inspection issues — work that fixed shifting foundations. The district spent $6.5M on renovations and will finish a new media center and academic wing later this year — projects that complete the school's safety upgrades. Colorado Public Radio
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Researchers at CU Boulder found that human-caused warming is worsening the Colorado River megadrought by keeping the Pacific decadal oscillation in a dry phase—reducing rainfall and increasing evaporation. The study warns that lower water levels in key reservoirs may stress supplies for millions in the West. Colorado Public Radio
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Manitou Springs city officials report that tax revenue has dropped sharply since Colorado Springs legalized recreational marijuana sales—Mayor John Graham said the loss is affecting funds for projects like an aging water treatment plant, and officials are considering measures such as raising parking rates to make up the difference. KOAA News5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs resident Dr. Anne Flower broke a 31-year-old record at the Life Time Leadville Trail 100 Run on Aug. 16 by finishing in 17:58:19 (the previous record was 18:06:24 set by Ann Trason in 1994). Colorado Springs Gazette
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Daniels & Baker: Amerikinda Minnesorta Folk Tour
8 PM - 12 AM — Triple Nickel Tavern — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening with the acoustic duo blending bluegrass, folk, and swing influences.
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Wildflower Walk
12-1 p.m. — Garden of the Gods Parking — Registration required — Explore local wildflowers on a guided hike through scenic trails.
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Live Music with Cowboy Dave
5:30-11:30 p.m. — My Cellar Wine Bar — Enjoy live music as you sip on fine wine.
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Urban Living Tour
10 AM – 2 PM — Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs — $15 pre-sale, $20 walk-up — Explore the vibrant living spaces in downtown Colorado Springs at your own pace.
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Family Fun! Customize Your Owl
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $25-$27 per person — Unleash your creativity as you create a custom masterpiece alongside friends and family.
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Ricky's Island Cafe at Goat Patch Brewing Company
4-8 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening at Goat Patch Brewing with great brews and community vibes.
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LoFi Sax at the Golden Hour Bar
5-8 p.m. — Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy lo-fi ambient music with cocktails and tapas in a modern jazz setting.
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Hillside Summer Concert Series
5-8:30 p.m. — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $18 — Enjoy a mix of local bands, food, and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.
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Colin McAllister Performance
5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience the captivating sounds of a guitarist blending classical and passionate melodies in downtown Colorado Springs.
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The Lack Family Concert
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy local bands and craft beer under the Colorado sky this summer.
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