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Monday, December 16th, 2024
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Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Springs churches provide Blue Christmas services for individuals seeking solace and a quieter reflection during the holiday season, acknowledging grief and loss. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Colorado Springs names a new reservoir after Harold Miskel, honoring his decades of contributions to the city's water resources management and rights exchange programs. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Hundreds gathered in El Paso County to honor veterans' graves with wreaths in a Wreaths Across America event on Dec. 14. FOX21
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two individuals were hospitalized, one with serious burns and the other with smoke inhalation, after a kitchen fire in a Colorado Springs home was contained by firefighters. 11 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A suspect attacked a homeowner with a crowbar during a home invasion in Colorado Springs, resulting in non-life-threatening injuries. FOX21
- ➤ Pikes Peak Area Crime Stoppers seeks public assistance in locating individuals with issued felony warrants in the Colorado Springs area. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ One individual was injured in a shooting at a car meet in Colorado Springs, with no suspect identified yet. FOX21
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Springs D-11 Board of Education decided to end its 56-year collective bargaining agreement with its teachers' union, planning to revise employment equity and fairness policies. Colorado Springs Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Beavers are increasingly recognized in regions such as North America and Western Europe for their ability to create wetlands that mitigate flood damage, recharge groundwater, and enhance river resilience. Colorado Springs Gazette
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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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Creative Family Day at Painting with a Twist
Enjoy a fun and creative painting experience suitable for all ages, complete with refreshments and guided instruction.
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Toddler Time at Ruth Holley Library
A special program for one- and two-year-old children and their favorite adult, featuring nursery rhymes, music, movement, and short books designed to enhance vocabulary in a lively setting.
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Disney's The Little Mermaid Musical
Ariel, the youngest daughter of King Triton, makes a risky deal with the sea witch Ursula to become human and pursue her love for Prince Eric, accompanied by her friends in this beloved Disney adaptation.
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