Saturday, November 16th, 2024

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Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs is inviting the community to provide feedback on the new master and management plan for Fishers Canyon Open Space, emphasizing sustainable recreation while conserving natural and cultural resources. City of Colorado Springs
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A pedestrian was seriously injured after attempting to cross I-25 in Colorado Springs, leading to the highway's temporary closure. KOAA News5
- ➤ A trail in Palmer Park, Colorado Springs, was evacuated due to an injury, with the extent of the injuries unknown. 11 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A shelter-in-place was enforced near I-25 and North Academy Boulevard in Colorado Springs as police, including tactical units, apprehended Carlos Martinez, a suspect in a domestic disturbance who briefly escaped custody. FOX21
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs voters approve the sale of recreational marijuana with over 54% of the vote, allowing existing medical dispensaries to also sell recreational cannabis, amidst legal uncertainties about zoning and city regulations. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ Colorado's DMV offices cannot issue driver licenses or IDs due to a national system failure, with no timeline for restoration. 11 News
- ➤ The Colorado Springs Parks Advisory Board voted in favor of amending the City Code to potentially allow e-bikes in city parks, moving the decision to the City Council for final approval. City of Colorado Springs
- ➤ Colorado Springs announces public meetings to gather community input for its 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, aiming to direct federal funds towards affordable housing and community development. City of Colorado Springs
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Truck driver Anthony Perdue combines his love for officiating weddings and cosplay by creating Fantasy Weddings, where he officiates in costumes from 'Star Trek' and 'Star Wars'. Colorado Springs Gazette
SHOP NEWS
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Colorado Country Christmas Gift Show 2024
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Baby Time: Interactive Rhymes and Stories for Infants
Experience an engaging session of songs, rhymes, and shared reading designed for babies and their favorite adults.
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Austin Ashmore's Senior Bass Recital
Experience an evening of live music featuring Austin Ashmore's senior bass recital in the Chapman Recital Hall.
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All-Ages Story Time at Peterson Library
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Tween Dungeons & Dragons Club at Library 21c
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Children's Storytime at Pikes Peak Library
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Nick Hoff Stand-Up Comedy Show
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Disney's The Little Mermaid at the Fine Arts Center
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Open Mic Night at Vultures
Experience a night of local talent and creativity at Open Mic Night in Colorado Springs.
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Keep Flying Live Concert
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