Two-Year Anniversary of Club Q Shooting

On the second anniversary of the tragic mass shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs, where five people were killed and 19 injured, survivors and victims' families expressed ongoing pain and trauma. Survivors like Charlene Slaugh recounted the lasting impact of the violence, illustrating how everyday situations can trigger memories of the attack. Community members gathered for a candlelight vigil to honor the victims—Daniel Aston, Kelly Loving, Ashley Paugh, Derrick Rump, and Raymond Green Vance—and to support one another. Local organizations such as the Prism Community Collective and Purple Mountain Recovery are offering mental health resources and events to assist those affected by the shooting. Events like 'A Night of Resilience and Strength' aim to foster solidarity and healing within the LGBTQ+ community. The community continues to seek ways to cope and rebuild after the devastating event.