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Hi there, Colorado Springs! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Colorado Springs' new CHIPS Zone could boost tech jobs
  • How CSPD handled a reported gun scare at Vista Ridge
  • See which local heroes are immortalized under Circle and Fountain

Also on today's calendar: Paint and Sip: Paint Night Done Right - Colorado Springs and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, with a high of 89 and low of 64 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, temps: high: 87, low: 60.
  • Tuesday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 85 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• CHIPS Zone Program (coloradosprings.gov) — Semiconductor companies operating in Colorado Springs can now tap into new state tax incentives through the CHIPS Zone Program, effective January 1, 2026. Created by House Bill 23-1260 and managed by Colorado's OEDIT, the designated local CHIPS Zone offers qualifying manufacturers multiple income tax credits to support job creation, capital investment, and research and development in the city.
   

• Police respond following brief scare at Colorado Springs football game (kktv.com subscription) — Police briefly investigated a possible gun threat during Friday night's Vista Ridge High football game in Colorado Springs after students reported seeing someone with a gun and hearing a shot. A school resource officer and multiple CSPD units searched the field, parking lot, and surrounding area, found no weapon or evidence of gunfire, and the game continued with most spectators unaware.
   

• Mural honoring Colorado Springs leaders takes shape (gazette.com) — A long-planned mosaic mural honoring community leaders and students is taking shape under the Martin Luther King Jr. Bypass at Circle and Fountain in southeastern Colorado Springs. Concrete Couch volunteers and John Adams Elementary students are installing hundreds of handmade tiles on the Sam Dunlap Wall of Inspiration, celebrating neighborhood elders, youth voices, and the legacy of local baseball coach and mentor Sam Dunlap.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • One of the beautiful moments from our walk in the park 🐏⛰️ We were lucky to see these amazing bighorn sheep peacefully grazing near the mountains.
    Such a special memory! Have you ever seen bighorn sheep while walking in a park? (Nextdoor Grand River Canyon)
  • Ok neighbors, enough with the complaining about everything….
    it's time for a good laugh. Let's play another addition of what's your favorite dad joke? I will get us started: My friend has been painting a lot… (Nextdoor Patty Jewett)
  • TIBCO Software, Inc. posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Colorado Springs. Apply here.
  • Allegion, plc posted a job opening for Machine Operator in Colorado Springs. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Colorado Springs here.

🗞 Nearby News

Manitou Springs

  • Manitou Springs Fire Department showcases new fire mitigation equipment funded by city council (koaa.com)
  • Manitou Springs celebrates first day of school, renovations since $37 million tax bond (krdo.com)
  • Burn bans, restrictions downgraded in El Paso County, Colorado Springs, officials say (gazette.com)

Air Force Academy

  • Highlands Ranch native Chaz Barnett ready for starring role on Air Force's defensive line after two years as understudy (gazette.com)

Ok Colorado Springs! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
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