Good morning, Pueblo.

Debbie Paraday, a longtime Pueblo resident whose family has trusted Davis Mortuary for over 50 years, arranged her cremation in 2024 and won a small claims case in court this week; she now has 15 days to submit proof to secure her refund + her case continues to move through the legal process.

Posada, a local housing group, is expected to receive nearly $100,000 from the Community Services Advisory Commission (CSAC) to help pay for rental and utilities assistance for residents.

The funding decision will be confirmed by next month.

News5 received several photos from local viewers capturing the 2026 total lunar eclipse + featured submissions by Lars Leber Photography, Dawn Lincoln, Kristin, Susan Tjaden and Steve Elisha.

The online album invites residents to enjoy these rare images of the celestial event.

A $31.8 million Technology, Education and Engineering building at CSU Pueblo was unveiled Wednesday to train teachers and engineers for southern Colorado (designed to ease local workforce shortages).

University leaders and students celebrated the ribbon-cutting in hopes of retaining local talent.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife said fishing licenses for 2026-27 are available online and at local agents; the season runs March 1 to 31 and raised the Search and Rescue fee from $0.25 to $1.25, added Golden Mussels to the nuisance list, and banned live rusty crayfish transfers from Sanchez Reservoir.

Vanguard Skin Specialists is expanding its Pueblo site at 5700 N.

Elizabeth St with a 9,000 sqft surgery center and specialty suites. Ground was broken on March 4 and the new ambulatory surgery center will soon offer local physicians space for specialized surgeries + it is expected to open in 2027.

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!