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Colorado Springs
Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On November 6, a no-cost grocery event was hosted by Care and Share and Food to Power at Grace Church of the Nazarene in Stratton Meadows to help residents cope with delayed SNAP benefits amid the longest federal shutdown—volunteers noted many first-timers and regulars needed food assistance. Former Meadows Park Community Center staff member Karen Fleming volunteered after the center closed due to city budget cuts. Pikes Peak Bulletin
- ➤ Walter Knight, 101, a World War II medic from Colorado Springs who cared for soldiers in the Pacific, will ride in his convertible PT Cruiser in the upcoming Veterans Day parade—honoring promises made to fallen comrades. He once worked as a watchmaker and keeps his Army ID as a reminder of a lifetime of service and remembrance. Colorado Springs Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters battled a 5,500-acre fire at Fort Carson that started during a training exercise and reached 25% containment by Friday morning thanks to warm temperatures (and wind that aided its spread); no injuries or damage were reported. Denver7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs pianist and teacher Jo Ellen Hubert, known for her Texas career teaching piano and producing musicals, now gives private lessons and teaches at Christian Youth Theater. She fills her home with music memorabilia and inspires students like 11-year-old Liam Lindsay—her work keeps local musical traditions alive. Colorado Springs Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UCCS will host its own Air Force ROTC detachment in August 2026 to let students train closer to home. The new program, housed in the College of Education, will accept 75 to 100 cadets in its first year—ending the long drive to Boulder that many faced. Colorado Springs Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A study by WalletHub ranked Colorado Springs as the fifth-best city for veterans in the U.S., noting strong job prospects, veteran income growth, quality VA facilities, and low veteran homelessness among the 100,000 veterans living in the city. Mayor Yemi Mobolade said today the ranking shows the city's strong military ties and ongoing commitment to those who served. 11 News
- ➤ On Friday, the state of Colorado submitted a request for full SNAP payments for November — the vendor will work with the USDA to load EBT cards for over 600,000 Coloradans if approved. KOAA News5
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Air Force football will face San Jose State at 4 p.m. MT on FS1 — Colorado Springs viewers can watch via Comcast/Infinity channel 55/775 HD, DirecTV channel 219, and Dish channel 150 — at CEFCU Stadium in San Jose. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ On Friday night, the Mesa Ridge Grizzlies won 54-22 at C.A. Foster Stadium with Cameron-Ozzie Tertulien scoring three touchdowns, boosting their season as they moved into the 4A playoffs. The team will face No. 3 Palmer Ridge next week — aiming to correct past mistakes. Colorado Springs Gazette
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Christian Singles Brunch Gathering
12:30-2 p.m. — Homa Cafe + Bar — $20 for Non-Hub Members — Enjoy a cozy brunch filled with fellowship and laughter among Christian singles.
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Monday Hand & Foot Canasta
1-3 p.m. — Pikes Peak Library District - Library 21c — Free entry — Come play Hand & Foot Canasta in a friendly environment with fellow enthusiasts.
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Trivia Tuesdays
7:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Colorado Springs — Free entry — Test your pop culture knowledge every Tuesday at this fun weekly trivia night.
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Colorado Springs Monthly Evening Networking Mingle
5-7 p.m. — View House — Free entry — Gather for casual networking and connect with local entrepreneurs in a welcoming atmosphere.
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November Singles Mixer
7-10 p.m. — Ristorante Di Sopra — No cover charge — Enjoy cocktails and music while making authentic connections in a lively atmosphere.
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Colorado Springs Christmas Gift Show
10 AM – 5 PM — Colorado Springs Event Center — Admission details not provided — Experience a festive shopping spree with local vendors, Santa, and seasonal carolers.
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Margaritas & Margheritas Comedy Show
8-10 p.m. — PizzAmoré — $5 margaritas — Enjoy a night of laughter and delicious drinks with headliner JJ Alexander.
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Yoga Nidra Session
3-4 p.m. — Praxis Yoga — Check website for pricing — Experience deep relaxation through guided meditation, restoring mind and body balance.
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Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Enjoy a cozy night of coloring with friends over pints and holiday-themed pages.
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Trivia Tuesdays
7:30 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Colorado Springs — All ages welcome — Test your pop culture knowledge at this exciting weekly trivia night!
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~ Abraham Lincoln
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