Good Day
Pueblo
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Pueblo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ PPSC Foundation is hosting a Giving Day—community members can donate to one of five key areas that support local programs. Donations remain open to help fund these efforts. KKTV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Buc-ee's restarted its effort to bring a store to southern Colorado and is reviewing potential sites in the region. The company will share more details as planning moves forward. KKTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Following closing arguments, Nicholas Jordan was found guilty of first-degree murder for shooting UCCS student Samuel Knopp and Pueblo resident Celie Montgomery in a February dorm room shooting. His sentencing will follow after a short recess, and Pueblo City Council postponed its vote on a no sit-lie ordinance for downtown sidewalks with a new vote planned for April 28. KOAA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CSU Pueblo will host its 12th Annual Holocaust Day of Remembrance on April 24 in the OSC Tundra Room. The day-long event (open to the public) will feature speakers, presentations, and educational activities to honor lives lost during World War II. KOAA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Four high schoolers in Douglas County are building The CLEAR Initiative to change how people understand, prevent, and respond to sexual assault. The team will launch their startup in about eight weeks with a website planned for May 1 (they are fundraising to meet a $5,500 goal) and plan to continue the project after graduation (ensuring their voices remain active in the community). KOAA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Homeowners in Historic Uptown are backing a petition for a Historic Preservation Overlay that will protect local homes from new construction—subject to city council review for special guidelines and tax breaks. Pueblo City Council postponed a vote on a sit-lie ordinance affecting downtown sidewalks, and the vote will be taken again on April 28. KOAA
- ➤ The Pueblo Memorial Airport has partnered with Denver Air Connections to offer 12 weekly flights to and from Denver that will begin May 1—providing a 50-minute alternative to a two-hour drive on I-25. The move follows the end of its deal with Southern Airways last August—part of the city's effort to upgrade the airport. KOAA
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1000 Shadows Live Concert
7-10:50 p.m. — Blo Back Gallery — $0.25 ticket service fee — Experience the original alternative rock vibes of 1000 Shadows and the energetic sounds of Sunrise Drive.
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Pueblo Evening Business Mingle
5-7 p.m. — Brues Alehouse Brewing Co. — Free entry — Network with local entrepreneurs in a relaxed atmosphere at this fun business mingle.
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Ain't Too Proud
7-8:30 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — Tickets may apply — Experience the electrifying story of The Temptations’ rise to fame through their iconic hits.
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Brew at the Zoo
2-6 p.m. — Pueblo Zoo — Ticket required — Sip and sample while enjoying live music and animal encounters at the 10th annual celebration.
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Run for the Roses Kentucky Derby Party
3-7:30 p.m. — Pueblo Diversified Industries — Proceeds support equine-assisted therapy — Celebrate the Kentucky Derby with southern charm and lively entertainment.
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VA Home Loan Benefit Seminar
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Capstone Title — Free entry — Explore the valuable VA Home Loan Benefit with insights for military personnel and real estate professionals.
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Reverse Mortgage 101 Class
3-4:30 p.m. — Capstone Title — Free / $5 donation encouraged — Learn how reverse mortgages can aid homeowners in aging comfortably and accessing home equity.
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Mini Mortals Youth Duathlon
11:50 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Lake Pueblo State Park - Kestrel Pond — Registration details available — A youth duathlon featuring age-group specific running and biking challenges for kids ages 5-15.
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Mother's Day Extravaganza
11 AM - 5 PM — El Pueblo History Museum — Local shopping available — Celebrate Mom with a day of love, luxury, and unique gifts.
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Understanding Seller Financing Workshop
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Capstone Title — Free entry — Learn the ins and outs of seller financing in this informative CE class.
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Muchachas Inteligentes Golf Tournament
Support scholarships for young Latina Women in higher education.
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