Daily editionSunday, December 7th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
Community
On Saturday, the El Paso County Sheriff's Office partnered with the Colorado Springs Police at Target for the 32nd Annual Shop with a Cop event supporting families with childhood cancer and blood disorders.
Candlelighters hosted the event as officers paired with multiple families to build community bonds.
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Twenty-four local Gold Star families of fallen service members will be gifted an all-expense-paid trip to Disney World as part of the Gary Sinise Foundation’s Snowball Express event.
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Christmas Unlimited offers a points-based toy program that lets families in need choose gifts for their children using 15 points each, from puzzles to bicycles.
The initiative operates at several Colorado Springs locations to support parents this holiday season.
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Culture
Local literary events span multiple days, beginning with book signings held Saturday at Covered Treasures Bookstore and continuing with toddler and storytime sessions scheduled Tuesday at various libraries — details include venues in Monument, Manitou Springs, and other district locations.
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A local construction company is building an eye-catching float for the 2025 Festival of Lights Parade, and the team will transform Tejon Street into a Disney-style winter wonderland to compete for first place.
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Government
NORAD is asking Colorado volunteers to help run its Santa Tracker on Dec. 24 at Peterson Space Force Base where calls from children are answered in two-hour slots from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m.; public sign-up begins at 8 a.m. on Monday with approved ID required.
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Colorado Parks and Wildlife awarded $2 million in Equity Grants to youth programs to support outdoor experiences; among the recipients was Inside Out Youth Services in Colorado Springs, and grant applications will open next spring (CPW partnered with Great Outdoors Colorado to secure the funds).
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Sports
Colorado College freshman Wilson Björck was named to Sweden’s World Junior Championship roster that will compete in St. Paul, Minn., from Dec. 26 to Jan. 5; he earned six points for the Tigers + is one of 26 players on the team, including his younger brother.
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On Saturday, Air Force hockey lost at Cadet Ice Arena 6-3 after Robert Morris scored four unanswered goals in the second period, splitting the series.
The result snapped the Falcons' five-game unbeaten run as they head into the holiday break.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Santa Paws Winter Market
Sunday, December 14th, 2025 · 4-7 p.m. — Pub Dog Colorado — Free entry — Festive market featuring local vendors and delightful treats for both pups and their humans.
Bleating Heart Night: Sleep in Heavenly Peace
Tuesday, December 16th, 2025 · 5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy good beer while supporting a wonderful local charity focused on helping children in need.
Weekly Trivia Night at Pub Dog Colorado
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025 · 6:30 p.m. — Pub Dog Colorado — Free entry — Engage your mind with fun trivia while enjoying a lively atmosphere at a beloved local venue.
South Section Holiday Happy Hour
Thursday, December 18th, 2025 · 5:30-7 p.m. — COATI — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive happy hour in Colorado Springs.