Ryan Mutch

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — Colorado Springs Utilities held its annual State of the Utilities event Wednesday, giving community members a look at how the utility is working to keep up with the city's growing needs. CEO Travas Deal laid out the challenges ahead, from peak energy rates to water concerns, and how the utility is planning for the city's long-term energy future.

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — The Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival happens Saturday and Sunday at the Norris Penrose Event Center on the west side of Colorado Springs! Organizers have packed the schedule with food vendors, live entertainment and a dedicated kids zone. This year also features something new, a health and wellness panel, which is happening Saturday morning. "I love the community," said Jennaya Colóns with Highroots Wellness & Consulting. "I love the food, I love the music...

The annual community event featured local vendors, live music, and food at the West Side Community Center. The African American Historical & Genealogical Society of Colorado Springs marked Juneteenth today with its fourth annual community celebration at the West Side Community Center. Dozens of people attended the festivities, which featured local vendors, live music, and food.