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Colorado Springs Utilities paid a $35,000 penalty for two improper water discharges from a treatment plant. One incident sent 11.9 million gallons of partially treated water into Fountain Creek after a brass nut failed. The utility said the water was awaiting final disinfection, which helps residents understand what entered the creek.
The Gazette · Sep 29, 2026Holmes Middle School closed on Tuesday because of continued problems with a water main break in the area. Colorado Springs School District 11 issued the closure notice, and the school remains closed while the water main problems continue. Families with students at Holmes should watch district notices for updates on when classes resume.
KOAA News5 (KOAA) · Sep 29, 2026Colorado sent federal officials a list of 91 areas, the maximum allowed, for new Opportunity Zone designation. The zones aim to draw private investment to low-income communities, and the list includes parts of the Colorado Springs and Denver metro areas. State leaders estimate the zones could bring more than $4 billion in total investment.
The Gazette · Sep 29, 2026Colorado Springs leaders are stressing civility in community discussions after a heated hearing on Project Taurus, where disruptions occurred. Experts say civil debate can quickly break down when distrust hardens into a belief that government is corrupt. The focus matters for residents who want to voice disagreement on local decisions and still be heard.
The Gazette · Sep 29, 2026Nib used AI to summarize the linked public news sources. No Juncture editor reviewed this brief. AI summaries can miss context or make mistakes, so check the original sources before acting on this information.
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First Strike Krav Maga is hosting free self-defense classes this Saturday for the whole family. The event includes a family protection class, an anti-bullying class for kids, and a survivors' focused class for men and women who have experienced assault.
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Colorado Springs Utilities paid a $35,000 penalty for two improper water discharges. One incident involved 11.9 million gallons of partially-treated water into Fountain Creek due to a brass nut failure. The utility stated the released water was awaiting final disinfection.
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Several health-themed classes and events are listed for the Colorado Springs area, including a Breakfast of Champions benefiting Peak Vista Community Health Centers. Other scheduled events include NAMI Colorado Springs' 2026 Community Breakfast and the Roll, Ride & Rally gala on October 17th.
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Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Noah Kahan is supporting The Mindfulness and Positivity Project in Colorado Springs. His organization, The Busyhead Project, donated to help expand mental health lessons for local students. This connection was made after The Busyhead Project noticed the work being done with students and teachers.
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Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Noah Kahan is connecting The Mindfulness and Positivity Project in Colorado Springs with his mental health organization. This connection aims to help the local group expand its efforts to bring mental health lessons to students.
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Teresa Daniels lost her 18-year-old son to suicide in 2014. She advocates for open communication regarding struggles with mental health. Daniels and others will gather for the Southern Colorado Out of the Darkness Walk on October 3rd.
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Teresa Daniels, who lost her son Tristen to suicide in 2014, is organizing a walk to raise awareness. The Southern Colorado Out of the Darkness Walk will take place on Saturday, Oct. 3, at Memorial Park in Colorado Springs. The event is organized by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
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