Daily editionMonday, December 1st, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of December.
Community
The Monument Warriors will host the Christmas Festival of Lessons and Carols at Trinity Lutheran Church on Dec. 14 at 5 p.m. at their campus on Knollwood Drive in Monument—featuring a mix of youth, adults and Special Olympics athletes for traditional carols and seasonal readings.
A live manger tableau by Warrior athletes will be featured and donations will support uniforms, facility use and athlete events—admission is free.
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Culture
The filmed version of last year’s Tony Award-winning musical Merrily We Roll Along is now showing on the big screen so local fans can enjoy Broadway style theater.
North Cheyenne Cañon Park and Starsmore Center are marking milestone anniversaries — the park began with an 1885 bond vote and the center celebrated a key local milestone in 1990.
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Environment
A new report from the Colorado Climate Center shows Colorado's water year—from Oct 1 to Sept 30—was the 10th hottest on record since 1895, with October breaking heat records and the West facing severe drought and wildfires.
The study noted that while the Eastern Plains saw near-average precipitation, low snowpack and rapid melting hurt streamflows on the West Slope.
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Government
Today, crews working on Garden of the Gods Road are affecting traffic in Colorado Springs as CDOT has closed Ellston Street from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
CDOT said that on Tuesday the northbound right lane on I-25 between Fillmore and Garden of the Gods will close at 7 p.m. with double-lane closures from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m.—a detour via Chestnut, Garden of the Gods and Sinton Roads is in effect and all lanes will reopen by 6 a.m., with the project expected to finish in August.
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The Colorado Department of Transportation launched a new I-70 mountain corridor landing page in November that consolidates road conditions, live camera feeds and safety guidelines for drivers traveling from Golden to Glenwood Springs — the page also provides winter vehicle safety requirements and travel planning resources. Motorists are advised to check the page to plan ahead for variable traffic and dangerous mountain terrain.
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Health
In observance of World AIDS Day, the Pioneers Museum and Colorado Health Network host a display of National AIDS Memorial Quilt panels honoring Colorado victims of AIDS.
The museum is closed today (Monday) but will reopen on Tuesday, Dec 2, to let visitors view the memorial.
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Sports
Coach Prime said his work to rebuild the Buffs started after a tough 3-9 season—he plans to keep key players like quarterback Julian Lewis and offensive lineman Jordan Seaton on the roster.
He will hire a new offensive coordinator, a veteran special teams coordinator and other assistants while seeking five to seven impact players in the transfer portal to help the team compete in the Big 12 next season.
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Colorado Springs Events
Bleating Heart Night: Citizens Project
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025 · 5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy good beer while supporting a local non-profit cause.
Colorado Springs Speed Dating for Singles in Their 30s and 40s
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 · 7-9 p.m. — Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery — Cost varies — Meet up to 12 potential matches while enjoying a lively atmosphere.
Therapeutic Thursday Adult Coloring Night
Thursday, December 4th, 2025 · 6-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Come unwind with creative fun at a relaxing night of coloring.
Merry & Bright Brunch
Friday, December 5th, 2025 · 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.
Festival of Lights Parade
Saturday, December 6th, 2025 · 5:50-8:00 p.m. — Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs — Free entry — Marvel at nearly 100 enchanting entries dazzling with lights and decorations.
27th Annual Colorado Springs Holiday Food & Gift Festival
Sunday, December 7th, 2025 · 10 AM – 4 PM — Norris Penrose Event Center — $8.00 adults, free for children 15 and younger — Celebrate the season with unique gifts, gourmet foods, and festive activities.
Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
Monday, December 8th, 2025 · 4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free — Unwind with a relaxing night of coloring at the brewery with both family and holiday-themed pages.
Bingo & Comedy Night
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025 · 7-9 p.m. — OCC Brewing and Restaurant — $20 for Bingo Cards — Enjoy an entertaining night filled with Bingo, comedy, and prizes while supporting local nonprofits.
Weekly General Trivia Night at Pub Dog Colorado
Wednesday, December 10th, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pub Dog Colorado — Free entry — Engage your mind and enjoy an evening of trivia with fellow paw-tionate players.
Art on the Mesa with Jazzytones
Thursday, December 11th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Gold Hill Mesa — Free entry — Enjoy smooth jazz melodies while browsing local art in a vibrant setting.