Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Volunteer deputy Steve Dennison (a former wildland firefighter) lost his home in the Aspen Acres Fire early in the morning on Custer Drive but spent six hours helping neighbors evacuate safely.

He has been offered a full time position with the county sheriff’s office and will not rebuild.

City officials are planning two projects along a busy west-side road: a bridge on Water Street will be replaced this fall and a roundabout at Fontanero will be installed in April 2027 to improve traffic and reduce collisions, though some nearby residents have raised pedestrian safety concerns near Howbert Elementary.

The Michelin Guide 2026 honors 63 restaurants statewide across 22 cuisines — including a new addition in Colorado Springs with Four by Brother Luck — as the selection expands on its award program first introduced in 2023.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo welcomed large crowds to its new Giraffe Center yesterday.

The center offers visitors a closer look at giraffes in a habitat designed for animal enrichment.

A review published yesterday noted that Sushi Ato on Colorado Springs' north side impresses with creative sushi flavors — including salmon, yellowtail, mango, and caramelized miso— and fresh sashimi and ramen that invite diners to explore new tastes.

Colorado Springs residents voiced mixed opinions on a planned roundabout on a busy west side road — some believe it will ease heavy traffic while others are skeptical about its impact.

City officials are examining the feedback as the project details develop.

Mayor Yemi Mobolade named Shawna Lippert as the city’s new Economic Development Officer on Sept.

14 (she is a longtime economic development team member) and she leads efforts to strengthen local businesses and boost investment in Colorado Springs.

Children’s Hospital Colorado was recognized as one of the top pediatric hospitals nationally for the third year in a row by U.S. News and World Report; it ranked first in state and the Rocky Mountain region (with key specialties earning top marks nationwide).

Local sports heat up as the Battle for Monument begins later this week + two undefeated football teams will clash on Friday.

A hole-in-one at Antler Creek Golf Course helped a golfer win last week’s Falcon Boys Invitational ahead of state competition.

The Rockies fell 2-1 on Aug.

31 and are on track for a fourth straight 100-loss season as they struggle in close games—especially on the road. They will need to turn tight situations into wins to improve their final record.