Daily editionTuesday, September 15th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of September.
Community
Volunteer deputy Steve Dennison lost his home in the Aspen Acres Fire near Custer Drive and Highway 165, but he spent six hours helping neighbors evacuate.
The former wildland firefighter now with the sheriff’s office did not plan to rebuild — his focus is on saving lives over possessions.
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Business
L.L.Bean is opening its second store in Colorado Springs at The Promenade Shops at Briargate on Oct. 30 and is seeking 40 full-time and part-time team members.
The new 13,000 sqft store will replace The Container Store as part of a $2 million remodel.
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Nicole Hammond, a veteran interior designer with 25 years of experience, opened Love Your Space downtown at 18 E. Rio Grande St last week.
The store held a grand-opening on Aug. 31 and offers furnishings & professional consultations to help residents design practical spaces.
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The Green Magick Vault, a small apothecary offering handmade goods, opened at CO.A.T.I. (514 S. Tejon St.) in downtown Colorado Springs after four years of pop-up markets.
Owner Carol Smith said it will be open Wednesday to Saturday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4 p.m.
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Culture
About 4 miles north of Woodland Park, hidden red sandstone formations resembling a castle and village are accessed via a turnoff on Colorado 67 near Red Rocks Group Campground.
Visitors follow a half-mile dirt road to reach the site and explore the secret room inside one formation.
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Two iconic Colorado Springs restaurants, The Penrose Room at The Broadmoor and Four by Brother Luck downtown, earned Michelin Guide recognition on Monday and received special awards for outstanding service and exceptional cocktails — a nod to the region's growing dining scene.
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Government
Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station is holding controlled live burn training today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with additional sessions scheduled for Thursday and next Monday, and officials advise residents not to call 911 if they see smoke.
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Sports
Downtown bars and restaurants prepare for a busy night as fans gather to watch the Broncos take on the Chiefs.
The Sportsbook Bar and Grill and Trainwreck—local favorites—plan special promotions and streamlined dining to handle an expected crowd.
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