Local Politics & Civic Life: Boulder’s first 2026 City Council and mayor forum drew 17 candidates after a resignation opened five seats, with wildfire resilience and affordable housing leading the pitch. Accessibility & Infrastructure: Colorado Springs says it’s ahead of schedule on curb ramps after a 2019 settlement, with about 70% now ADA-compliant. Education & Community Memory: Colorado Springs’ District 11 plans to demolish four late-Victorian homes for Palmer High School renovations, despite neighbor and historic preservation pushback. Arts & Culture Leadership: 3 Square Art in Fort Collins named Lisa Hatchadoorian as its new director, with plans for expanded studios, a bigger gallery, and a short art-school certificate program. Nonprofit Impact: Vail Valley Cares awarded 76 nonprofits $638,000 in financial assistance at its annual breakfast. Sports & Local Pride: Colorado College’s men’s cross country opened with a third-place finish at the UCCS Rust Buster Meet, led by Diego Escalante. Community Health & Support: Hope House Northern Colorado is moving to a larger Greeley resource center next month to expand services for teenage mothers. Public Debate: A Denver Metro Chamber CEO argues Colorado’s heavy regulation is hurting business competitiveness, adding fuel to the state’s ongoing culture-and-economy fight.