Daily editionWednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
Community
Eva and Neilliy, middle schoolers from Colorado Springs who vanished during a Monday basketball game in Elbert, were found safe after a search that involved law enforcement and rescue teams (officials confirmed their recovery).
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Team RWB will host its 9th annual toy ruck on Friday, Dec. 19 at 10:45 a.m. Volunteers will meet at 1605 Briargate Parkway to pack new toys and march a 3- to 4-mile route to Children's Hospital Colorado (email John.reyes@teamrwb.org to join).
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High school students designed new murals for the CSPD Specialized Enforcement building after decades of beige walls — artists Emma Rayman and Jenna Rahal were chosen by Police Chief Adrian Vasquez to bring fresh artwork to the division’s central meeting area off East Fountain Boulevard.
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Culture
Latin Social introduced Tapas Teatime on Dec. 4, 2025 at its Tejon Street location, serving Turkish-style tea and weekly rotating Mediterranean tapas snacks (including dishes reimagined with black sesame and fresh ingredients) in a refined, inviting setting.
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Anthony D. Ward, leader of the Servants of the Holy Family church south of Black Forest, continues holding Latin masses despite his excommunication in March 2024 for unauthorized episcopal ordination; the Diocese of Colorado Springs warns local Catholics that his sacraments are not recognized.
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Education
District 38 schools are reopening today after closing Tuesday because local law enforcement investigated a potential threat in the Monument area.
Officials say there is no credible risk plus additional police presence will help reassure students and staff throughout the week.
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Environment
Gov. Jared Polis established a task force to address the pine beetle outbreak damaging forests and water resources, after surveys showed a significant spread.
The team, co-chaired by Dan Gibbs (DNR), State Forester Matt McCombs, and Mike Morgan, will guide wildfire mitigation and resource funding strategies.
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Government
Colorado food relief groups expressed concerns that SNAP funds might be withheld from food banks amid a federal data dispute, while Gov. Jared Polis said he has not received any notice of funding cuts (the state has allocated $10 million to support food relief programs).
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Health
Colorado Springs resident Mike Bukowski suffered a stroke mid-July at his plumbing business and was treated by UCHealth’s mobile stroke unit (near Memorial Hospital Central), which quickly administered a clot-busting drug; he is now back to work three days a week with only minor handwriting challenges.
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Lifestyle
Zoey, a four-year-and-four-month tri-color guinea pig—renowned for her love of fresh veggies and family attention—is available for adoption at the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region today for $35.
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Real Estate
A Minneapolis development company began construction on Forge at Peak Innovation (252,890 sqft), a two-building industrial project targeting defense and aerospace tenants near the airport, with Opus planning to finish it by year-end.
The project is adjacent to a FritoLay distribution center on Powers Boulevard.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Happy Hour! | Aspens on Any Color
Friday, December 19th, 2025 · 5:00-6:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $30-$37 per person — Unleash your creativity in a fun painting class with a drink in hand.
Kris Shaw Live Comedy Show
Saturday, December 20th, 2025 · 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.
Christmas Symphony
Sunday, December 21st, 2025 · 2:30-4:00 p.m. — Pikes Peak Center For The Performing Arts — Cost information not provided — Experience the joy of the season with the Colorado Springs Philharmonic and Chorale in a beloved holiday tradition.
Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
Monday, December 22nd, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025 · 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
Wednesday, December 24th, 2025 · 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.
Live at Good Company
Friday, December 26th, 2025 · 8 PM – 12 AM — Good Company Bar — Cost not specified — Enjoy an evening of entertainment at a popular local venue.
After Dark | Late Night Date Night!
Saturday, December 27th, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $37-$49 per person — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting session and enjoy drinks at the Inspiration Bar.
Sunday Trivia Night
Sunday, December 28th, 2025 · 6-8:30 p.m. — Summa — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy gourmet comfort food at a fun trivia event.