Daily editionThursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
Community
Tomorrow, the City of Colorado Springs and Downtown Partnership will open Skate in the Park at Acacia Park—kickstarting the Acacia Park Holiday Celebration at 6 p.m. with public skating sessions and special performances by community partners and U.S. Figure Skating junior athletes.
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Culture
Violinist Ariel Horowitz will perform Friday at 7 p.m. at the Ent Center for the Arts in Colorado Springs—she will play works by Grieg, Still and college professor Ofer Ben-Amots with pianist Alexa Stier, violist Shauna Smith and clarinetist Sergei Vassiliev.
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Holiday music events are set to bring festive cheer across Colorado Springs as venues host a variety of musical acts—on Nov. 12, Mannheim Steamroller Christmas performed at Pikes Peak Center; on Nov. 16, Trans-Siberian Orchestra will perform at The Broadmoor World Arena; on Dec. 1, Christmas With The Celts will play at Pikes Peak Center; on Dec. 13, Harp Twins featuring Volfgang Twins will perform at Stargazers Theatre; on Dec. 15, Lindsey Stirling will take the stage at The Broadmoor World Arena; and on Dec. 21, An Evening with the Irish Tenors will play at Phil Long Music Hall.
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Education
Pikes Peak Library District offers strategic services librarians who guide job seekers, business owners and nonprofit groups with career coaching, business planning and legal research—features that make the library a key resource for local growth.
The library also provides free access to its public law library and specialized databases to help residents succeed.
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Environment
Colorado ski areas will begin receiving moderate snowfall from Friday night with light accumulations on Saturday and stronger showers on Sunday that could bring six to twelve inches in the southern mountains by Thanksgiving.
Resorts such as Eldora—set to open Nov. 14—and Vail will adjust their schedules to match forecast conditions.
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The northern lights were seen Tuesday night over the Pikes Peak region from a solar storm that disrupted Earth’s magnetic field (displaying pink, red, green and blue hues).
NOAA said a strong flare with an index of 8 was forecast for Wednesday night.
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Health
The Colorado Springs Planning Commission approved a plan to turn the Holiday Inn on Aeroplaza Drive into a behavioral health center for addiction and mental health care despite neighbor concerns about its location near Panorama Park and Bricker Elementary School.
Aspen BHC said the center will start by serving patients finishing a 30-day treatment program and will expand services by the end of 2026—residents may still appeal the decision to the city council.
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Real Estate
Launchpad, a 50 unit supportive housing project for youth aged 18 to 24 and families on Colorado Springs’ west side, was awarded the Charles L. Edson Housing Tax Credit Excellence Award by the Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition on Oct. 27—an honor for projects that strengthen communities. Developed by Cohen Esrey Development Group and local nonprofit PLACE, the complex will offer affordable rents and onsite supportive services through a 20 year Section 8 contract—supporting residents in overcoming homelessness.
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Sports
On Wednesday, ten Pine Creek student-athletes signed college financial aid agreements with three soccer players joining Division I teams at Ohio State, Oklahoma, and the Air Force Academy while others signed with schools for volleyball, lacrosse, swimming, softball, wrestling, and basketball. The ceremony celebrated their hard work—showing how Pine Creek builds strong sports talent.
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Air Force will face UConn in their first football matchup on Oct. 31—this game was arranged after Sam Houston State canceled its trip and UConn filled the open slot.
Coach Troy Calhoun said he looks forward to meeting UConn’s coach Jim Mora as the team prepares to travel and players get a rare chance to play near home.
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On Wednesday, the Broncos selected wide receiver Lil’Jordan Humphrey off the New York Giants practice squad.
He returns to Denver after playing with the Broncos in 2023-24 and may play on Sunday against Kansas City at Empower Field — the move fills a spot on their 53-man roster.
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Colorado Springs Events
Colorado Springs Christmas Gift Show
Friday, November 14th, 2025 · 10 AM – 5 PM — Colorado Springs Event Center — Admission details not provided — Experience a festive shopping spree with local vendors, Santa, and seasonal carolers.
Margaritas & Margheritas Comedy Show
Saturday, November 15th, 2025 · 8-10 p.m. — PizzAmoré — $5 margaritas — Enjoy a night of laughter and delicious drinks with headliner JJ Alexander.
Yoga Nidra Session
Sunday, November 16th, 2025 · 3-4 p.m. — Praxis Yoga — Check website for pricing — Experience deep relaxation through guided meditation, restoring mind and body balance.
Trivia Night at MoJoe's Cafe
Monday, November 17th, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — MoJoe's Cafe — Free entry — Put your trivia knowledge to the test and win prizes at Colorado Springs' first trivia night.
Sweet T's Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, November 18th, 2025 · 7-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 @ Union Station — Free entry — Enjoy a night of soulful blues featuring local talents at this vibrant brewery.
Wednesday Night Comedy Open Mic
Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 · 6-9 p.m. — Lulu's Downtown — Free entry — Get prepared for a night of laughs and local talent at this open mic hosted by a seasoned comedian.
Cocktails & Karaoke Night
Thursday, November 20th, 2025 · 8 PM - 12 AM — Club Tilt & Grill Featuring Patty's Soul Food Kitchen — $6 premium drinks, $4 beers — Enjoy a lively karaoke night with drink specials in the heart of Colorado Springs.
Thirst Fridays Acoustic Show at Alvarez Art Gallery
Friday, November 21st, 2025 · 6-10 p.m. — Alvarez Gallery Art School — Free entry — Enjoy an intimate unplugged performance by Annette and Doug Conlon while you create or unwind.
Colorado Springs Record Show
Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 · 9 AM – 4 PM — The Antlers, A Wyndham Hotel — Free entry — Discover Southern Colorado's largest collection of vinyl, CDs, and music memorabilia at this vibrant one-day sale.
Game Days at D&B
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 · 11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Colorado Springs — Game day deals — Score big with wings and games at this fun local venue.