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Saturday, October 19th, 2024
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Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs introduces new pickleball courts at John Venezia Community Park to meet community demand and enhance park participation. KOAA News5
- ➤ South Nevada Avenue and I-25 Connector Road in Colorado Springs will be closed overnight from Sunday, Oct. 20 at 9 p.m. to Monday, Oct. 21 at 5 a.m. to allow crews to move construction barriers, with detours advised. City of Colorado Springs
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Colorado Springs police car was damaged by a suspected drunk driver. 11 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A bank robbery occurred at a Chase Bank in Colorado Springs, with the suspect escaping with an undetermined amount of money. 11 News
- ➤ David Weingarten was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the 2022 first-degree murders of his wife and son in Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Old Colorado City celebrates Arts Month with a vibrant array of galleries and art-related businesses, showcasing the area's transformation from its 19th-century economy to a lively cultural district. Pikes Peak Bulletin
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Colorado spent $91,878.72 on a safety review by former Mayor John Suthers and attorney Jason Dunn following the murder of two individuals on campus. Pikes Peak Bulletin
- ➤ Manitou Springs High School's newspaper, The Prospector, features student journalists' articles on art's community role, free menstrual products availability, and seniors voting in the presidential election. Pikes Peak Bulletin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A fraudulent text message campaign misrepresented the El Paso County Democratic Party's stance on a Colorado Springs ballot measure for recreational marijuana sales, part of a trend in deceptive political tactics. Colorado Springs Independent
- ➤ The Colorado Springs City Council is set to review and hold public discussions on a proposed $939 million city budget for 2025, focusing on salary increases for public safety employees and maintaining essential services. Colorado Springs Gazette
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Chamber Music Concert Featuring Ofer Ben-Amots
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Mozart and Beethoven: A Classical Masterpiece
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Children's Storytime at Penrose Library
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Kids Dine Free at Crisp & Green Every Wednesday
Experience a delightful dining opportunity for families with kids eating free every Wednesday at Crisp & Green in Colorado Springs.
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LPN IV Certification Course for Healthcare Professionals
Learn essential IV therapy skills in this Colorado State Board approved certification course designed for LPNs and Medical Assistants.
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Children's Storytime at Pikes Peak Library
Experience engaging stories and sensory accommodations for children ages 3 - 7 at the Cheyenne Mountain Library.
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Helloween Festival
Experience an exciting day filled with live music from 11 bands, a fun costume contest, and delicious offerings from food trucks.
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Weekly Sunday Worship Service at Outreach Inc.
Experience a spiritually enriching weekly worship service in a welcoming community setting.
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Ricky's Island Cafe at Goat Patch Brewing Company
Experience a lively evening at Goat Patch Brewing Company with Ricky's Island Cafe in Colorado Springs.
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Children's Storytime at Ruth Holley Library
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