Daily editionThursday, August 21st, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of August.
Government
Lawmakers are holding a special legislative session today at 10 a.m. to seek nearly $800 million in budget cuts and require Gov. Jared Polis to meet with the Joint Budget Committee—requesting his spending reduction plan.
Polis has already announced a hiring freeze effective Aug. 27 and agencies must propose 2.5% cuts for upcoming fiscal years with a plan expected to be finalized shortly after the session.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Real Estate
Former Helen Hunt Elementary School in the Hillside neighborhood was converted into Hunt Family Housing, a 24-unit transitional complex for low-income families run by Catholic Charities—support services like caseworkers will help ease the move from homelessness and the first tenants are set to move in on Monday.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Colorado Springs Events
Live Music with Cowboy Dave
Friday, August 22nd, 2025 · 5:30-11:30 p.m. — My Cellar Wine Bar — Enjoy live music as you sip on fine wine.
Urban Living Tour
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 · 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.
Summer Music Series: Patchwork Jack & Roma Ransom
Sunday, August 24th, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live music while sipping on your favorite Goat Patch beer in the beer garden.
Ricky's Island Cafe at Goat Patch Brewing Company
Monday, August 25th, 2025 · 4-8 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening at Goat Patch Brewing with great brews and community vibes.
Summer Concert Series
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening with the Tasty House band playing blues, funk, and fusion tunes amid the summer vibes.
Hillside Summer Concert Series
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025 · 5-8:30 p.m. — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $18 — Enjoy a mix of local bands, food, and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.
Colin McAllister Performance
Thursday, August 28th, 2025 · 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.
The Lack Family Concert
Friday, August 29th, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy local bands and craft beer under the Colorado sky this summer.
Live Music: Sofa Killers
Saturday, August 30th, 2025 · 4:30-7:30 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Get ready for a summer full of great vibes and even better tunes with live music on the lawn.
Fusion Night
Sunday, August 31st, 2025 · 8 p.m. – Midnight — 1106 N Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, CO — Free entry — Experience an electrifying fusion of music and entertainment every Saturday night.