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Colorado Springs
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The PLACE, a local nonprofit, has shifted its approach to help homeless youth by closing its shelter and opening The Launchpad at 864 N. 19th St.—a housing facility offering 50 apartments on one-year leases with supportive services. The organization also moved its drop-in center to a more accessible location and continues street outreach to guide young adults away from homelessness. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ The Salvation Army Colorado Springs Corps is asking for sealed, store-bought or cooked pies for its free Thanksgiving Day community meal — the group needs 500 pies after its usual sponsor fell through. Pies may be dropped off Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at its Yuma Street location near North Circle Drive and Galley Road. KOAA News5
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Colorado Springs family is asking for support after a crash in Douglas County killed five people — including a father and three children. 11 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On November 25, 2025, dancers and actors prepared backstage during a rehearsal for The Nutcracker at the Pikes Peak Center—Paige Russell, playing the Sugarplum Fairy, stretched as she waited for her cue. Colorado Springs Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Parks and Wildlife released a draft strategy to boost beaver populations and wetland habitats until social and ecological limits are reached. The plan details translocating beavers and nonlethal conflict solutions—public feedback is accepted until Dec. 17—and a final strategy will be published in February. Colorado Springs Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jeff Davis stepped down as head of Colorado Parks and Wildlife after leading the agency since May 2023 to focus on a new role as senior policy advisor for DNR strategic priorities; Major General Laura Clellan will lead CPW beginning Dec. 1—while a formal search for his replacement is underway. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Colorado Springs City Council unanimously approved spending $4.1 million from the TOPS fund to acquire 130 acres for expanding Cheyenne Mountain State Park and to support future trail projects near open space areas. A second City Council vote on Dec. 9 will finalize the acquisition as officials aim to protect parkland adjacent to Fort Carson and Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ For Thanksgiving, banks, credit unions, city and county offices, libraries and post offices will be closed on Thursday; Metro Transit buses will not run and public schools will be on break. Some major retailers will open on Thanksgiving with extended Black Friday hours — individual store schedules vary. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ The City of Colorado Springs has released holiday parking specials for downtown and Old Colorado City, offering free parking on Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. The city will also provide free garage parking on December 6 from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. for the Festival of Lights event — metered parking will remain free after 8:00 p.m. and every Sunday. KOAA News5
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ After a flight, Vanessa Lopez lost hearing in her right ear and began hyperbaric oxygen therapy at UCHealth Memorial Hospital Central, which has restored about 90% of her hearing—doctors expect full recovery after 10 more sessions. Colorado Springs Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Denver Broncos hold the top AFC spot during their bye week and local fans in Colorado Springs are dreaming of a Super Bowl return, saying they might even 'sleep in February.' Some fans share personal traditions—such as a timed shower and a specific beer sip during plays—and compare the season to the 2015 championship run. KOAA News5
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Thanksgiving Potluck and Jam Session
3-6 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Bring a dish to share — Enjoy a cozy Thanksgiving meal with turkey and live music afterward.
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Taproom Sessions: Chinaflower Suncats
5-7 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live music by Chinaflower Suncats while savoring craft beers in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Arts and Crafts Winter Market
11 AM – 4 PM — Old Colorado City Historical Society & History Center — Free entry — Celebrate the season with local artisans, handmade gifts, and a festive atmosphere.
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Holiday Market & Photos with Santa
11 AM – 3 PM — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy holiday shopping, local crafts, and festive photos with Santa.
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Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Unwind with coloring pages while sipping a pint at a local brewery.
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Bleating Heart Night: Citizens Project
5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy good beer while supporting a local non-profit cause.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Pub Dog Colorado
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pub Dog Colorado — Free entry — Test your knowledge in a fun and casual trivia competition with your furry friends.
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Music Bingo at Pub Dog Colorado
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pub Dog Colorado — All ages welcome — Bring your family and pups for an evening of fun music bingo with Olson Entertainment.
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Merry & Bright Brunch
10 AM – 12 PM — The Catalyst Campus For Technology & Innovation — Ticketed event — Celebrate with good food and warm drinks as you connect with the community looking ahead to 2026.
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Festival of Lights Parade
5:50-8:00 p.m. — Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs — Free entry — Marvel at nearly 100 enchanting entries dazzling with lights and decorations.
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