Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Colorado Springs non-profit, Because We Choose To, hosts its 10th annual 'Hope for the Holidays Hand-up' event, offering clothing, toiletries, free haircuts, hot meals, and support services to the houseless community.

KRCC highlighted their top Southern Colorado stories of 2024, ranging from the joy at Gatorfest to transformative community projects and groundbreaking fossil discoveries

Pikes Peak Area Crime Stoppers seeks public assistance to locate several individuals with issued felony arrest warrants in the Colorado Springs area.

A man was hospitalized after a stabbing incident in Downtown Colorado Springs, with the suspect previously contacted by officials for a separate disturbance.

A shooting in east Colorado Springs resulted in one person hospitalized and another arrested after an incident at Powell Point Apartments.

Piper Lindsay Arpan and other Colorado actors are celebrated for their exceptional contributions to area theater productions in 2024.

Colorado's minimum wage is set to rise to $14.81 an hour for non-tipped jobs and $11.79 for tipped ones in 2025, with Denver reaching $18.81, amidst discussions on the impact on small businesses and if the adjustments truly meet the cost of living.

OpenTable reveals the top restaurant reservations in Colorado Springs, offering a unique glimpse into the city's culinary hotspots based on user bookings.

Electric Safari at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Electric Safari is a lively event featuring festive decorations and activities at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo during New Year's Eve celebrations.

Mystical Valley Neon Glow Party at Painting with a Twist

Participants can enjoy a guided painting experience under blacklight, with alcoholic beverages available for adults and a creative atmosphere suitable for all ages.

Monthly Meetup of the Colorado Springs Open Source Software Meetup Group

This monthly meetup features networking opportunities, announcements, a speaker segment, and door prize drawings for attendees interested in open source software.

Bread Making Workshop

Participants can learn to make their own baguettes and dinner rolls at a culinary workshop, with the chance to enjoy fresh bread for breakfast.

Dog Dental Cleaning Event at Wag N' Wash

This event focuses on dog dental cleaning, emphasizing its importance for maintaining pet health and well-being.

Beginner Ski & Snowboard Lessons at Monarch Mountain

This event offers beginner skiers and snowboarders a comprehensive package including transportation, gear, lift ticket, and half-day lessons at Monarch Mountain.

Laptop, Smartphone, and Tablet Assistance Session

This event provides an opportunity for individuals to receive help with their devices without the need for prior registration.

Live Studio Recording: Comedy & Music Showcase

This event features a live studio recording of a unique multimedia comedy, music, and art show, highlighting local talent in Colorado Springs.

$10 Bottomless Mimosas and Painting Event

Experience a creative morning at Painting with a Twist where participants can sip on bottomless mimosas while being guided to create their own artwork.

DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Training

This one-day in-person training course provides professionals with essential knowledge on safely handling and transporting hazardous materials in compliance with DOT regulations.