Good morning, Pueblo.

A lantern release is planned on Feb.

28 at Pueblo Riverwalk to honor the five victims of a Feb. 17 36-vehicle crash on I-25 south of town (including a father, son, nurse, and two grandparents), officials said.

Crews responded to a fire on Fort Carson's training area that burned 350 acres Wednesday morning+ firefighters worked to contain the blaze and limit further damage.

During Black History Month, local historians highlight the role of Buffalo Soldiers in shaping early Colorado by protecting trails and communities during westward expansion (a memorial and 10-mile highway honor their legacy).

A new map from Colorado Parks and Wildlife shows that two collared wolves wandered through Pueblo County watersheds this past month.

CPW asks residents to report sightings (videos and photos) as the animals have not been near urban centers or crossed I-25.

On Wednesday, Pueblo West Fire Department deployed a brush truck (with three firefighters) to patrol for wildfires after voter-approved funds allowed the purchase of two extra trucks, doubling its fleet to better protect nearby homes.

Pueblo Transit received a $19 million grant to convert its fleet to zero emissions.

The agency will use $16 million from federal funds and $3.2 million from state funds (for hybrids in the next two years and hydrogen buses after 2030) while building a new transit facility.

106-year-old Pueblo resident Alpha Johnson celebrated her birthday on Feb.

21 and shared her secrets for a long, happy life + The Chieftain featured her Q&A on faith, family, and serving the Lord.

Pueblo Punishers Arena Football Season Opener

6:30 p.m. — Southwest Motors Event Center — Kids 2 & under free — Catch the Pueblo Punishers kick off their action-packed 2026 arena football season at home.

Dr. Dan Caprioglio Early Bird Invitational

All day — Neta and Eddie DeRose Thunderbowl Stadium — Registration required — Compete in this exciting track and field meet amidst Colorado's scenic backdrop.

Pueblo Punishers Home Game vs. Dallas Bulls

5:30 p.m. — Southwest Motors Event Center — Tickets available — Catch the Pueblo Punishers take on the Dallas Bulls in an action-packed arena football showdown.

Pueblo Evening Business Networking

5-7 p.m. — 3 Margaritas Pueblo — Free entry — Network with local entrepreneurs over delicious food in a relaxed setting.

Pueblo Punishers Arena Football Match

5:30 PM — Southwest Motors Event Center — 20% military discount available — Kickoff to an exciting season of arena football with the Pueblo Punishers!