News Release from YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region

Colorado Springs, CO — The YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region is proud to partner with  Evans Army Community Hospital, (1650 Cochrane Circle, Fort Carson, 80913 | Building #7503, Room 1400) and The Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA), to bring childwatch services within the hospital. We would also like to thank Leidos QTC Health Services for their sponsorship https://www.qtcm.com/ . Children’s Waiting Room enables all enlisted Service Members and their families to keep scheduled doctor appointments without the stress of finding childcare outside of the hospital for appointments.   

Join us at our grand opening  from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, March 20th, at Evans Army Community Hospital, 1650 Cochrane Circle, Fort Carson, 80913 | Building #7503, BKG Conference Room.

To acquire base access for this event, media representatives please apply at least 24 hours prior to the event using the following link. https://pass.aie.army.mil/steps/branch_selection

Childwatch services are available for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years, and the Y will provide up to two hours of supervised childcare while parents attend medical appointments. Reservations are strongly encouraged and should be made as far in advance as possible to ensure availability, though walk-ins may be accepted if space allows. For more information on the Children’s Waiting Room and Parent Policies, please visit https://ppymca.org/childrens-waiting-room/

“Military families serve our nation with extraordinary sacrifice, and the YMCA is honored to serve them in return. The Children’s Waiting Room at Evans Hospital will provide a safe, welcoming place for children while their parents receive care, easing stress for families and strengthening the support system our service members deserve. This partnership reflects our deep commitment to the well-being of the Fort Carson community.”

Boyd Williams - President & CEO - YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region

“As a former military spouse who has seen the value of this program at other Military Treatment Facilities, I am thrilled to help bring such an important resource to military families in our community. My hope is that it helps ease the stress of attending appointments and allows families to focus on their health.” 

Kimberly Jones - Director of Military Programs - YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region

PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. – Peterson Space Force Base is proud to announce the grand opening of its innovative Solar System Running Trail on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, at 12:30 p.m. A ribbon-cutting ceremony and inaugural run will be held, featuring remarks from Col. Kenneth Klock, Commander of Space Base Delta 1 who will also be available for interviews.

This unique trail is designed to merge fitness with education, featuring markers that represent the planets of our solar system, scaled to their relative distances from the sun. The trail offers an exceptional opportunity for Guardians, Airmen, and their families to stay active while embarking on a journey through the solar system.

Media are invited to capture the event, which highlights the base's commitment to promoting physical fitness and providing an engaging educational experience for all ages.
In order to register for access to the installation, media representatives interested in attending must RSVP to Space Base Delta 1 Public Affairs at SBD1.PA@spaceforce.mil Please identify specific names and contact numbers for media professionals who plan to attend no later than 9:00 a.m. MST on 16 March.

Media who have RSVP’d should meet at the Peterson SFB West Gate Visitor Center located at 1334 Stewart Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80914, no later than 12:00 p.m. on the date of the event. From there media will be escorted via government vehicles on base. Due to current base security measures, media who have not RSVP’d will not be granted access.

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City-wide engagement as D11 sponsors the home opener at Switchback’s Weidner Field 

Colorado Springs School District 11 will be the title night sponsor this Saturday, March 14, for the Colorado Springs Switchbacks’ home opener match against the Las Vegas Lights FC. D11 and Switchbacks FC have formed a partnership that highlights the importance of local businesses coming together with local education. 

In addition to an exciting Sea of Cyan Fan Zone before the match, families from D11 will get to unfurl the American flag, help as ushers in the stands, toss the starting match coin, cheer on the sidelines, and play a scrimmage at halftime. Elementary girls’ soccer players will go up against the Palmer High School girls’ soccer team. 

Not only does the partnership increase engagement with downtown and create opportunities for families, D11 and the Switchbacks now have an apprenticeship program, supporting employment growth in Colorado Springs. The first D11 Switchbacks Marketing Apprentice will walk out on the field with other district representatives. 

“At the Switchbacks, our vision statement says that we will embed ourselves into the heart of the community. We believe working with kids in our neighborhood is just the way to do that,” said Switchbacks President Brad Estes. “We are ecstatic to partner with D11 as our title night sponsor for the home opener, and we are even more ecstatic to continue developing interesting avenues for kids to develop in Colorado Springs.”

Join D11 and the Switchbacks at Weidner Field this Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 1pm for the Sea of Cyan Fan Zone and 3pm for the game. 

Switchbacks FC:

The Colorado Springs Switchbacks Football Club is a professional soccer team based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, competing in the USL Championship, the second tier of the American soccer pyramid and one of the most widely followed professional soccer leagues in North America, reaching over 84 million fans. Founded in 2015, the Switchbacks play at Weidner Field, an 8,000-seat downtown stadium that opened in 2021 and serves as a premier destination for sports and community events in the region. In 2024, the club captured both the USL Championship Western Conference title and the USL Championship title, marking one of the most successful seasons in club history. Matches are broadcast nationally on ESPN (ESPN+ and select linear channels) and locally on KOAA and Xtra Sports 1300. The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, its holdings, and Weidner Field are owned by Dean Weidner of Weidner Apartment Homes.

The Colorado Springs School District 11

The Colorado Springs School District 11 is reshaping public education by focusing on excellence, choice, and engagement to drive student achievement. With a PreK-14 model, including the county’s largest number of preschool sites and the D11 Promise scholarship, the district ensures access to high-quality education for all students. D11 values parents’ right to choose the best educational path, offering a range of options from traditional schools to innovation zones and online platforms. Through strong community partnerships, the district provides students with expanded opportunities and a commitment to finding excellence through experience.

Prepare for an amazing night of entertainment provided by our own CIVA Raven Talents!

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Friday, March 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 1:30 PM & 7:00 PM

Get your ticket online at https://civaarts.ludus.com/index.php or at the door.