Good morning, Colorado Springs.

United Way of Southern Colorado says Aspen Acres Fire victims are still waiting for relief money because the nonprofit is processing donations, verifying claims, and setting up distribution; the organization explained the delay on Oct.

27.

Denver-based Brinkerhoff Hospitality is building a 9,000 sqft Sierra restaurant at Polaris Pointe, 130 Spectrum Loop, with construction under way on a $3.5 million project; the American‑Southwestern, wood-fired grill will open by late 2027 and include a 3,014 sqft patio with Pikes Peak views.

Hey Neighbor held a Party at the Polls this week to let residents cast early ballots, learn about ballot initiatives, and meet neighbors at block-party-style stations around the city (kids tried a mock voting booth).

Gas prices in Colorado Springs averaged $4.44 per gallon as of Tuesday, a 22-cent rise from last week and 36 cents above last month, AAA Colorado reported, while national averages fell about 6 cents to $4.46; analysts say regional refinery maintenance is driving the local increase.

District 11 and Catamount Institute launched Westside Outside with water as its first theme, taking West Campus middle schoolers to the Phillip H.

Tollefson Water Treatment Plant on Tuesday, Oct. 27. The program will continue field lessons at Monument Creek and Sonderman Park this year and add Earth and fire themes plus internships.

City Council voted Tuesday 7-2 to allow sale of Meadows Park Community Center (northwest of I-25 and Lake Ave), which closed in 2025; the contract requires the buyer to provide services that benefit the neighborhood.

Ivywild School will host Halloween trick-or-treating and crafts for families this Saturday and will screen Hocus Pocus outdoors at 6:30 p.m. Adults can enjoy drink specials and a 9 p.m. DJ party with a costume contest and a showing of Halloween in the Gym.

Harrison senior Freddy Flores scored a career-high five goals in last week's regular-season finale against Palmer, and he will lead No. 23 Harrison into Thursday's 4A state playoff match against No. 10 Highlands Ranch.

Air Force will pick a starting quarterback for Saturday, Oct.

31's 1 p.m. game against UConn after Evan Medders was ruled out with turf toe, as coach Troy Calhoun limited practice reps to prepare senior Josh Johnson and freshman Howard Fisher IV to play at Falcon Stadium.