Good morning, Colorado Springs.

K-9 Roam played his first game of fetch today after being cleared (after losing a leg during an attack) as his family celebrated his inspiring recovery in a heartfelt social media post.

Families in Harrison School District 2 received Christmas gifts Monday at Pikes Peak United Way as part of the Adopt a Family program (active since 2020).

Neighbors donated items from wishlists to share holiday cheer.

On Sunday, over 150 people gathered at Temple Shalom to light menorahs for Hanukkah as community leaders warned of rising antisemitism linked to a recent attack in Australia.

They stressed that openness and vigilance are essential to protecting their faith.

Chloe Dufresne, the new music director for the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, led advanced students at Coronado High School on Tuesday, Nov.

11, as part of the Center for Future Audiences program+ which aims to grow local music lovers with classroom training and art events.

El Paso County faces a shrinking pool of working-age residents as the older population grows and rising living costs make it hard for workers to move in and change jobs — state data shows fewer people are relocating, and local employers say high rents worsen the challenge.

Colorado student athletes benefit from NCAA-accredited online schools that let them complete coursework anywhere—from a training facility to a hotel—while meeting rigorous practice and travel demands.

Fountain Valley School of Colorado received a $10 million gift from alumnus W.

Jerome Frautschi (Class of 1949) to upgrade campus facilities and support outstanding teachers, marking the largest donation in the school’s history.

On Monday, a $500,000 winning lottery ticket was sold at the Maverick on Main Street and Security Boulevard in Security-Widefield; the player matched five numbers on Double Play in Saturday’s drawing while the Colorado Lottery noted the win with the Powerball jackpot at $1.1 billion ahead of Monday’s drawing.

Pikes Peak Library District is buying an empty lot near Sand Creek High School in northeast Colorado Springs for a possible library branch.

The board approved the $936,000 purchase from unassigned funds and will plan for a retention pond and parking if the property suits building.

Apartment construction rebounded in November as permits for five projects totaling 1,172 units were issued in the region; this surge follows a slowdown in 2024 and early 2025—experts say another boom is not expected soon while thousands of units remain under construction.

Wednesday Night Comedy Open Mic

7-10 p.m. — Lulu's Downtown — Free entry — A platform for seasoned and new comedians to showcase their talent in a fun setting.

South Section Holiday Happy Hour

5:30-7 p.m. — COATI — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with a festive happy hour in Colorado Springs.

A Ronins Test Concert

6-8:30 p.m. — The Black Sheep — Tickets available — Experience a top concert pick in Colorado Springs this December.

Kris Shaw Live Comedy Show

7 p.m. — Loonees Comedy Corner — General Admission with a two-item minimum — Experience the unique storytelling and humor of Kris Shaw alongside special guests.

Game Days at D&B

11:00 a.m. — Dave & Buster's Colorado Springs — Game day deals available — Score big with $10 wings and enjoy a fun-filled gaming experience.

Mellow Mondays Coloring Night

4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Unwind with coloring pages and pints in a relaxed brewery setting.

Twisted Tuesday Painting Party

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $35 — Enjoy a fun evening of art with $4 drinks in a lively atmosphere.

Weekly Trivia Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pub Dog Colorado — Free to play — Unleash your trivia skills while enjoying craft beers in a dog-friendly atmosphere.

Americana Fridays: Manitou Strings

4-7 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy soulful Americana tunes and re-imagined classics in a lively hotel lobby setting.

Date Night Winter Northern Lights

5-7 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $37-$39 per person — Experience a creative night of painting under blacklights with drinks and snacks available.