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Colorado Springs
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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). 11 News
- ➤ 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 [email protected] to join). KOAA News5
- ➤ 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. KOAA News5
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ County authorities confirmed at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday that two middle school girls missing from a basketball game at Elbert School (50 miles northeast) were found safe, with the school closing classes to support search efforts. Colorado Springs Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ 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. Colorado Springs Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. 11 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. Colorado Springs Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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). Colorado Springs Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. Colorado Springs Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 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. 11 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ 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. Colorado Springs Business Journal
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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.
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A Ronins Test Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — The Black Sheep — Tickets available — Experience a top concert pick in Colorado Springs this December.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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$10 Bottomless Mimosas | Painting and Fun
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $35-$39 per person — Unleash your creativity with step-by-step painting guidance while enjoying bottomless mimosas in a lively atmosphere.
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