Good morning, Pueblo.

Dennis Coyle, a Pueblo researcher held captive for 421 days by the Taliban, returned to U.S. soil March 25 at Joint Base San Antonio amid cheers from his family who fought for his release.

His safe homecoming brings relief to a community that stood by him.

Pueblo County faces a challenging fire season today due to unseasonably warm and dry conditions with over 100 red-flag warnings issued — officials urge residents to follow guidance on preventing sparks.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is starting its walleye spawning efforts at Pueblo Reservoir where biologists and volunteers collect fish eggs and milt for controlled fertilization.

The daily process at the North Marina boathouse and Pueblo Hatchery helps sustain strong fisheries for anglers statewide.

Firefighters battled a wildland fire in Huerfano County on Wednesday night after crews were alerted at 2:22 p.m. near County Road 122 (Ridge Road) southeast of Kiowa, with the blaze burning over 100 acres while local hotshots from Pueblo responded and advised the public to avoid the area.

Pueblo broke March records when temperatures reached 93 degrees on March 21 and rose to 90 degrees on March 25, with meteorologists predicting that today the heat may break further records before easing next week.

A high-pressure system brings lasting heat while spring showers gradually return.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife released a map on Wednesday that shows March collared gray wolf activity.

A gray wolf entered a Pueblo County watershed last month, but this month activity shifted to Teller County, and CPW said wolves in packs are settling into territories ahead of denning season.

Pueblo City Council passed an ordinance on March 23 that lets animal rescues operate emergency shelters (including mobile units) to help unhoused pets during extreme weather.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife warns boaters and swimmers that water remains dangerously cold even on warm days, risking cold water shock.

The department advises wearing a life jacket and keeping one per person on board at venues such as Pueblo Reservoir + similar sites.

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!

Bunny Beats Silent Disco Easter Celebration

4-7 p.m. — Fuel & Iron Food Hall — Early Bird tickets $10 — Enjoy a family-friendly Easter dance party with DJs, wireless headphones, and an Easter egg hunt.

Pueblo Punishers Home Game Against Louisiana Rouxgaroux

5:30 p.m. — Southwest Motors Event Center — Family-friendly pricing — Cheer on the Pueblo Punishers as they take on the Louisiana Rouxgaroux in an exciting arena football showdown.

Poultry Education Series

6-6:30 p.m. — CSU Extension Pueblo County — $60/person — Learn everything about raising poultry in this comprehensive series.

Surfer Girl Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — Brues Alehouse Brewing Co. — Tickets starting at $66 — Catch an unforgettable live performance of Surfer Girl in Pueblo.