Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of November.
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
🚨 Crime
Police are investigating a reported incident in south Colorado Springs involving a possible shooting.
Colorado Springs police warn of a scam where residents received calls falsely claiming their loved ones had been kidnapped and demanded ransoms.
One individual was arrested following a significant drug bust in Colorado Springs, uncovering over 670,000 fentanyl pills and two pounds of heroin, initiated by a passenger's report on a bus from Albuquerque to Denver.
🎓 Education
An experiment by students from UCCS and Pikes Peak State College, focusing on the growth of calcium sulfate crystals in microgravity, is underway at the ISS, marking a significant achievement for the participants.
🏛️ Government
The City of Colorado Springs will close all administrative and elected offices on Nov.
28 and 29 for Thanksgiving, with select services available on Friday and special Cyber Monday deals.
Colorado Springs City Council has passed a $438 million 2025 General Fund budget, focusing on public safety, city cleanup, and homelessness, with new police positions and funding for homeless outreach.
Colorado Springs City Council approves a $941 million budget for 2025, including increased funding for public safety and a 2% pay raise for police officers and firefighters.
🏥 Health
Construction has started on a new 35,000-square-foot medical office in northern Colorado Springs to offer vascular and cardiology care, including the area's first standalone cardiac catheterization lab, set to open in November 2025.
🎉 Colorado Springs Events
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Thanksgiving Day Mass at Holy Apostles Catholic Church
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a special Mass at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, giving thanks to the Lord with the community.
Disney's The Little Mermaid
Experience the enchanting tale of Ariel as she navigates love and adventure in Disney's beloved musical adaptation of The Little Mermaid.
Sense and Sensibility Adaptation
Experience the wit and warmth of Jane Austen's Dashwood family in this lively adaptation, showcasing the trials of courtship and high society during the Regency era.
Sunday Blues Jam Featuring Local Artists at Avenue 19
Experience the soulful sounds of the Sunday Blues Jam with performances by Austin Johnson, Ted Johnson, Noah Mast, and Matt Campbell.
Hillside YESS After School Program - December 2024
Experience a fun and engaging afterschool program for children in grades K-5, featuring snacks, socializing, and inspiring activities.
Toddler Time at East Library
Experience nursery rhymes, music, and storytelling with your toddler in a fun and engaging environment.
Toddler Time Story and Movement Session
Experience an engaging session of nursery rhymes and music for toddlers with a favorite adult, fostering new vocabulary and word sounds in a fun atmosphere.
A Christmas Carol: A Community Classic
Experience a beloved Christmas classic as Funky returns to the Westside Community Center for a series of performances.
Xtreme in Concert
Experience the vibrant sounds of Xtreme live in concert at Latin Quarters, featuring popular bachata hits.
A Christmas Carol at Westside Community Center
Experience a delightful rendition of the classic tale with engaging performances bringing the spirit of Christmas to life.
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