Daily editionThursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
Business
Good Intentions, a locally owned perfume, candle and skincare brand, will open its brick-and-mortar storefront at 119 N. Tejon St. in downtown Colorado Springs at 11 a.m. Saturday—its new space will provide a larger area for its expanding product line.
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Government
On October 8th, Mayor Yemi delivered his third State of the City address and provided a halftime report on the city's accomplishments and challenges.
Residents can listen to his full speech—available on the Behind of Springs podcast.
City of Colorado SpringsRead more
Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade — who said he is a product of public help and opportunity — shared his journey to the American Dream in an interview on Oct. 8, showing that the dream remains alive.
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Xcel, Colorado’s biggest utilities provider, asked the state to overrule local permit denials for its $1.7 billion Colorado Power Pathway project after officials in El Paso and Elbert counties raised safety and land use concerns about the 550-mile powerline.
Xcel said the powerline will carry 5,500 megawatts of renewable energy from wind and solar sources and meets state rules, and a full review is expected to last up to 250 days+ while public hearings are planned.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
The Manitou Springs City Council endorsed a ticket tax hike to raise the excise tax from 5% to 14% for six tourism-driven businesses to help offset a $4 million budget shortfall from declining marijuana sales tax revenue — Ballot issue 2A is being mailed to voters this week and could add about $2.5 million in revenue despite strong opposition from local business owners.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Lifestyle
Local Colorado Springs coffee shops now serve fall seasonal drinks that provide balanced flavors compared to the overly sweet Pumpkin Spice Latte from the megachain+ offerings include Loyal Coffee’s Oatmeal Cookie and Cardamom Lattes, Building Three’s Sweet Potato Matcha and Ginger Spice Lattes, Dynamo Coffee Roasters’ Beetlejuice, Hold Fast Coffee Co.’s Pumpkin Pie Latte, and Story Coffee Company’s Warming Spices Latte. These drinks come in hot and iced versions and will remain on rotating menus into mid-December.
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Colorado Springs now offers a new rooftop lounge at the Hilton Garden Inn with views of the Front Range and Pikes Peak and indoor/outdoor seating with warming firepits—while Round Table Pizza welcomed crowds on N. Academy Blvd in early September, with Culver’s launching Curdtoberfest on Oct. 15 and the Margarita at Pine Creek planning a Wine Maker’s Dinner on Oct. 16.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Sports
Local high school teams in the Pikes Peak region are set for key contests this week, with undefeated football teams clashing as Sand Creek faces Cheyenne Mountain at 7 p.m. Friday.
A top volleyball game between Colorado Springs School and Pikes Peak Christian is on today at 6:30 p.m.—and additional soccer, tennis, and flag football events will follow through Saturday.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Kilian Jornet finished a record endurance challenge by running and riding 72 fourteeners in 31 days starting in Colorado and covering 3,198 miles along with 403,638 feet of elevation gain—his 'States of Elevation' feat spanned across Colorado and the lower 48 states.
His journey set a new mark in ultrarunning and cycling endurance.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Colorado Springs Events
PVP 'I Was There' Film Workshop
Friday, October 10th, 2025 · 6-9 p.m. — Lyda Hill Institute for Human Resilience at UCCS — Free entry — Veterans learn filmmaking to strengthen community bonds and reduce isolation.
Live Music with Sofakillers
Saturday, October 11th, 2025 · 2:30-5:30 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Catch Colorado Springs' favorite local band for an energetic farewell to the outdoor music season.
Crushed Glass & Resin Art Workshop
Sunday, October 12th, 2025 · 2-4:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $35 per person — Create a stunning faux stained glass piece using vibrant crushed glass and resin in this hands-on art workshop.
Game Night at MoJoe's
Monday, October 13th, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — MoJoe's Cafe — Free coffee with own game — Connect with fellow board game enthusiasts over coffee and snacks while enjoying diverse games.
Bleating Heart Night: Happy Cats Haven
Tuesday, October 14th, 2025 · 5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy craft beer while supporting Happy Cats Haven with every purchase.
Trivia Night at Goat Patch Brewing Company
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free to play — Enjoy a fun trivia night with prizes at a highly rated local brewery.
E J R M Birthday Bash
Thursday, October 16th, 2025 · 7-11 p.m. — Ohana Kava Bar — Free entry — Experience a relaxing evening with live ambient and downtempo music in a vibrant community atmosphere.
Easton Corbin Live in Concert
Friday, October 17th, 2025 · 7:30-10:30 p.m. — Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Tickets required — Experience the neotraditional sounds of country music star Easton Corbin, known for his captivating baritone and hit singles.
Villain Arts Tattoo Arts Festival
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 · 11 AM – 11 PM — Colorado Springs Event Center — $25 Day / $50 3-Day Pass — Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of tattoo culture with live art and performances.
Petals and Peaks | BOGO Sangria
Sunday, October 19th, 2025 · 5-7 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $37-$49 per person — Unleash your creativity with a fun paint-and-sip night led by an experienced instructor.