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Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mama Poke is a fast casual Japanese restaurant on Hartsel Drive that serves a variety of fresh poke bowls, ramen, and dumplings in a bright space with colorful cat mats—a nod to local charm. The eatery accepts credit cards and operates daily from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., except on Tuesday. Colorado Springs Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, award-winning Chicago-based Giordano Dance Chicago will perform at Ent Center for the Arts in Colorado Springs, showcasing its original Giordano Technique developed by Gus Giordano in 1963—ten dancers will present six jazz pieces that include four full company works and a solo honoring three generations. Colorado Springs Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ UCCS will host its annual Economic Forum on October 2 at the ENT Center for the Arts—doors open at 12:00 p.m. and presentations start at 1:00 p.m. Experts will share insights on economic trends in Colorado Springs and the event costs $70 to attend. KOAA News5
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the Broadmoor Hotel this week, Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade delivered his second State of the City address, saying the police force now exceeds 800 which has led to faster responses and notable drops in various crimes. He also detailed efforts to improve homelessness outreach by clearing over 1,100 encampments and advancing housing projects with 500 new permits and 1,700 affordable units in progress—showing his plan to build a safer, more connected city. Pikes Peak Bulletin
- ➤ NASA changed the contract for the Dream Chaser so Sierra Space will perform only a free test flight and has moved its first launch to late 2026 instead of the seven ISS missions originally planned. Future missions will be ordered on a case-by-case basis and NASA will provide minimal support after the test flight. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Kids Crossing in Colorado Springs is using the Kinship Foster Care Homes law—effective since September 2024—to help speed up foster care placement for children. The law lets kin and kin-like caregivers get licensed faster and receive reimbursement, and county officials reported that 329 children were in kinship care as of September 12. KOAA News5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs man Nunes is climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro to raise awareness for prostate cancer using his own experience to encourage early detection—he plans to continue his journey to educate more people about the importance of screening. 11 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, local events offer many fun options for families and individuals. FamilyFest runs Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. at Soccerhaus Sports & Event Center—other activities include Oktoberfest at the Western Museum of Mining & Industry on Saturday and Sunday, Falcon Harvest Festival at Falcon High School on Saturday, Tough Mudder at Fort Carson over the weekend, and additional events like a cycling ride, air show, clay fest, tattoo convention, and a community picnic at Prospect Lake. Colorado Springs Gazette
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Cool Science Carnival Day
10 AM – 4 PM — University of Colorado Colorado Springs — Free admission — Explore hands-on STEM activities and enjoy exciting science programming for all ages.
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Pressed Flower Pumpkins Workshop
2-4 p.m. — My Cellar Wine Bar — Tickets available — Create beautiful compostable pressed flower pumpkins while enjoying wine with friends.
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Songs & Echoes: Air Force Academy Band Chamber Recital
7-8:30 p.m. — Packard Hall, Colorado College — Free admission — Experience an intimate concert featuring the artistry of the U.S. Air Force Academy Band's musicians across various musical genres.
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Liam St John Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Lulu's Downtown — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful melodies of Liam St John following his chart-topping blues album.
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Baby & Toddler Story Time
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Delight in stories, songs, and crafts for the little ones.
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Barnyard Buddies Preschool Program
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site — Free for members — Engage in storytime, crafts, and snacks designed for little ones at the ranch.
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CJ Starr Live Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — Ticket price includes fees and taxes — Experience hilarity with CJ Starr’s relatable comedy on midlife adventures.
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Live Music at Summa
7-10 p.m. — Summa — $10 cover/person — Enjoy live music in a cozy upstairs bar with a full bar and food menu.
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Eric Golden Live Performance
8 PM – 2 AM — The Whiskey Rose — Cover charge not specified — Enjoy traditional honky tonk country music from Denver's own Eric Golden.
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