Good morning, Colorado Springs.

A study by Dudek Engineering paid for by local neighbors backed up complaints about loud concerts at Ford Amphitheater.

The review questions the current noise monitors—set in positions that may hide true sound levels—and city staff will review all data before four more shows take place.

Former Fountain city council member Detra Duncan faces two felony fraud charges for allegedly misreporting public assistance records—NAACP officials say the charges target Black leaders and her plea hearing is set for Oct.

24.

Pikes Peak Library District released an extensive slate of literary events that includes a virtual author talk with Rosemary Mosco at 10 a.m. Wednesday and in-person sessions for adults and children across multiple branches—events run from Wednesday through October 5 and offer programs for all ages.

Millie Spencer, a PhD student at the University of Colorado-Boulder, is studying Colorado's shrinking glaciers using images that show a 52% decline at Arapaho Glacier since the early 1900s—researchers warn it may vanish in as few as 65 years if warming trends continue.

The loss of these glaciers is impacting local water supplies and natural habitats.

A sea of purple shirts walked Saturday morning at Memorial Park in Colorado Springs for the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s—over 3,000 people and their pets marched 1.3 miles around Prospect Lake while many held flowers to honor loved ones.

The event raised about $180,000 and the group will work to reach $330,000 to fund future walks and support services.

Sports analysts discussed Broncos rookie Bo Nix’s performance; critics say he leaves the pocket too quickly and his mechanics may limit his potential, though they expect he will improve with more NFL experience — adjustments will be key as the season goes on.

Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto aims to break Von Miller’s team record—he seeks to surpass his 13.5-sack season from 2024 as he has earned three sacks in three games so far.

He will try to add more sacks in the Monday night game against Bengals quarterback Jake Browning.

At Falcon Stadium in Colorado Springs, Hawaii beat Air Force 44-35 on Saturday, Sept.

27—Hawaii's quarterback Micah Alejado threw three touchdown passes while Air Force’s Liam Szarka set a school record with 417 yards. The game was Air Force's third loss in a row as the team could not keep up with Hawaii's 535 yards of offense.

Yoseline Perez, a 21-year-old boxer from Colorado Springs, earned a silver medal at the 2025 World Boxing Championships in Liverpool on Sept.

14—she was the only U.S. medalist and fought until the final bout against a two-time Olympian. Perez will continue training hard to win Olympic gold as she builds on her breakthrough international season.

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.

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.

Yachtley Crew Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Pikes Peak Center For The Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of folk punk music with Yachtley Crew.

Music Bingo Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pub Dog Colorado — Free to play — Enjoy a lively night of Music Bingo with family and furry friends at this popular local pub.

$4 Happy Hour Drinks and Art at Painting with a Twist

$4 Happy Hour Drinks — 5-7 PM — Painting with a Twist — $4 wine and beer — Unleash your inner artist with a guided painting session.

Donuts Baking Class: The Sweet Science

4:00-5:30 p.m. — 1753 S 8th St, Colorado Springs, CO — Kids Event Ticket — A hands-on culinary adventure where kids learn the science of making delicious donuts from scratch.

Anna Ash Live at Lulu's Downtown

7-11 p.m. — Lulu's Downtown — Tickets available now — Enjoy an enchanting evening with Anna Ash and special guest Malena Cadiz in Colorado Springs.

2fer-1 Tuesday BOGO Seats | Date Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40-$45 per person — Enjoy a fun, relaxing evening painting step-by-step with friends while sipping your favorite drink.

Colorado Springs Monthly Evening Networking Mingle

5-7 p.m. — ViewHouse — Free for entrepreneurs — Casual networking for business owners in a welcoming atmosphere.

Colorado Springs Veterans Job Fair

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — The Broadmoor World Arena — Free entry — Discover entrepreneurship and business ownership opportunities tailored for veterans and military personnel.