Daily editionWednesday, December 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of December.
Community
Multiple organizations in Colorado Springs are preparing for holiday toy giveaways this month—Christmas Unlimited is accepting applications for its Holiday Toy Distribution Program until shopping slots fill while local groups will host events such as the Bob Telmosse Christmas Giveaway on Dec. 20 and CPD toy drives through December with new, unwrapped gifts and bicycles accepted at designated drop-offs.
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Business
Trinity Brewing Co. will pour its last beer on Dec. 21 at its Garden of the Gods Road location—after that, the brewery will transition into the first expansion of 105 West Brewing, which will add a food menu with wood-fired pizzas and smoked wings while keeping many of its traditions.
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Culture
Flying W Ranch will host its annual Christmas Chuckwagon Supper Show—A Cowboy Christmas Jubilee from Thursday through Dec. 23, featuring a five-piece cowboy band, a 13-piece orchestra and a dinner with options for vegetarians, vegans and gluten-free diners.
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Today, The Broadmoor unveiled a life-sized gingerbread display that shows a whimsical tribute to the Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina for the holiday season.
The display features Santa on a gingerbread bobsled and chocolate elves playing hockey—and it will be open for visitors Mondays through Thursdays until Dec. 18 with festive decor remaining until New Year’s Day.
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Government
Britt Haley, Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services, will retire at the end of the year—Assistant Director Kim King will serve as acting director during a national search for a permanent replacement.
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Sports
Air Force center Costen Cooley earned a spot on the All-Mountain West first team after the conference handed out awards Tuesday—three teammates made the second team while five Falcons were named honorable mention.
He began the season on the Rimington Trophy Watch List and hopes to play football as a graduate transfer or in the NFL, with his wedding set for June 4 after his May 28 graduation.
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High school boys basketball in the Pikes Peak region started the season after no school qualified for the state title game for the first time since 2014.
Five players—Matthew Lebron from Banning Lewis, Cameron Waithe-Cunningham from Liberty, Matty Dessalegn from Vanguard, J’marius Jones from Mesa Ridge, and Hugh Tarpenning from Discovery Canyon—are watched as they aim to lead their teams to March’s state tournament.
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Liberty basketball beat Mesa Ridge 67-61 Tuesday night with three players scoring in double digits — junior Cam Waithe-Cunningham led with 20 points and coach Devon Grant said the win raises the team's confidence ahead of Wednesday's game at Windsor.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Happy Hour: Creative Painting and Candle Making
Friday, December 12th, 2025 · 5:00-6:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $25-$37 — Unleash your creativity while sipping drinks and making your own masterpiece.
Christian Singles Winter Gathering
Saturday, December 13th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — Colorado Mountain Brewery — $20 for Non Hub Members — Celebrate the season with fellowship, food, and a visit to a festive Christkindlmarket.