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Friday, December 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Springs Fire Department is honored with the Ronald J. Siarnicki Seal of Excellence for their pioneering safety programs reducing firefighter injuries and fatalities. Denver7
- ➤ Community members and officials advocate for the reversal of the Rockrimmon Library's closure decision due to a lease non-renewal by the PPLD Board of Trustees, highlighting ongoing local support and funding solutions. Pikes Peak Bulletin
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A multi-vehicle crash on southbound I-25 near Woodmen in Colorado Springs is causing traffic delays. 11 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs Police arrested 38-year-old Mickey Brand for his alleged involvement in five convenience store robberies. 11 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs Mayor Yemi Mobolade released a video firmly stating his full cooperation with the FBI in a hate crime hoax investigation, denouncing rumors of his arrest as falsehoods, and calling for higher civil discourse. Pikes Peak Bulletin
- ➤ The Mayor of Colorado Springs unveils the 2025-2030 Homelessness Response Action Plan, a comprehensive approach to reduce homelessness through enforcement, outreach, prevention, employment, housing, and collaboration. Pikes Peak Bulletin
- ➤ Voters in Colorado Springs opposed Mayor Yemi Mobolade's proposals on retail marijuana sales and retaining excess revenue for a police training academy, marking his initiatives' second rejection, amidst minimal progress and public discussion on the police training facility project. Pikes Peak Bulletin
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Colorado is set to start a state-regulated psychedelic therapy program in 2025 following the release of detailed industry regulations, aimed at addressing the mental health crisis through legal psilocybin-assisted therapies at dedicated centers. Pikes Peak Bulletin
- ➤ Colorado Springs and La Junta VA clinics adjust their operating hours to better allocate resources and ensure staff safety. 11 News
SHOP NEWS
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Idea Lab: LEGO Building Workshop
Participants can engage in creative LEGO activities, including building custom creations and completing challenges, in an open-ended environment.
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Sunday Blues Jam Featuring Local Artists at Avenue 19
The Sunday Blues Jam showcases performances by Austin Johnson, Ted Johnson, Noah Mast, and Matt Campbell in a popular venue in Colorado Springs.
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Interactive Baby Time Session
This event offers babies from birth to 12 months a chance to participate in songs, action rhymes, and story sharing with a favorite adult.
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Children's Storytime
A fun storytelling session for children ages 3 to 7, with sensory accommodations available to enhance the experience.
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Toddler Time at Ruth Holley Library
A lively program for one- and two-year-old children to participate in nursery rhymes, music, and movement while listening to short books.
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Westside PEPNET Thursday Morning Networking Meeting
The Westside PEPNET networking meeting aims to foster business growth through structured referrals and educational presentations in a supportive environment.
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Big Pinch Concert
Experience a live performance by Big Pinch at Lulu's Downtown, a popular venue in Colorado Springs.
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American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course
This is a certification course offered by the American Heart Association for healthcare providers to learn essential life support skills.
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Christmas Symphony Concert
Experience a heartwarming Christmas celebration featuring festive sing-alongs and holiday favorites under the direction of talented conductors.
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Dueling Pianos: Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree
The 4th Annual Dueling Pianos event promises an evening of holiday classics, festive music battles, and interactive sing-alongs, providing a lively atmosphere for guests aged 14 and up.
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