Daily editionFriday, August 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
Culture
Grammy Award-winning singer Crystal Gayle, best known for her hit 'Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue,' will perform Sunday at Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers.
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Education
State tests show that most grades scored as well as or better than scores from before the pandemic except in fourth grade English language arts and eighth grade math and English language arts.
In the Pikes Peak region, Cheyenne Mountain D-12, Academy D-20 and Lewis-Palmer ranked as top performers, although some schools saw slight drops in English scores while Chipeta Elementary at Colorado Springs D-11 posted the best local results.
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Government
Colorado lawmakers opened a special session at the Capitol to address an $800M gap caused by changes to the federal tax law.
The House Appropriations Committee advanced two bills to limit corporate tax breaks — both measures are designed to keep public services funded.
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Governor Jared Polis convened a special legislative session on Thursday at 10 a.m. to address Colorado's $1.2 billion budget gap.
Lawmakers from both parties offered measures to draw on the budget reserve and cut spending—efforts aimed at balancing state finances.
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Accidents
Early Thursday morning, Colorado Springs Police reported a crash closed all northbound lanes on Union Boulevard at Hancock Expressway—drivers are urged to avoid the area.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
2025 Recover OUTloud Music Festival
Monday, September 1st, 2025 · 12-8 p.m. — 4615 Northpark Dr, Colorado Springs, CO — Tickets on sale — Celebrate National Recovery Month with headliners and local food trucks at this vibrant music festival.