Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Pueblo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials in Pueblo are urging motorcycle riders and drivers to stay focused this Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month — sharing key tips to reduce risks on the road. KKTV
- ➤ The Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce received a $20K grant to launch a childcare study that will gather input from families, employers & community members to shape local solutions in Pueblo County. The study will run now and continue through spring 2027. KOAA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival will return for its sixth year at the Norris Penrose event center. Organizers say the celebration of African American culture is planned for later this year (exact date pending). KKTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colorado voters will decide in November on a ballot measure to boost K-12 funding. If approved, an extra $6 billion will increase education spending by 2 percent (redirecting funds usually returned under TABOR). KKTV
- ➤ A $7 million renovation is underway today at the former Chavez-Huerta campus (2500 W. 18th St.) as Pueblo D60 transforms the building into the new Hyde Park Precollegiate Middle School to open this fall; enrollment for sixth grade is now open. Pueblo Chieftain
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NASA and USGS are flying their high-altitude research aircraft from Colorado Springs Airport to map minerals, water supplies and landslide risks across western states — the survey is expected to cover over one million square kilometers over the next four years. KKTV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and local experts urge residents to wear sunscreen and schedule yearly skin exams given Colorado's high altitude and over 300 days of sunshine. Dr. Vinh Chung of Vanguard Skin Specialists and survivor Susan Perry emphasize early detection for improving treatment outcomes. KOAA
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Crazy - A Tribute to Patsy Cline
7-10 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — Tickets available — Experience timeless Patsy Cline classics in a heartfelt tribute performance.
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Pueblo Evening Business Mingle
5-7 p.m. — 3 Margaritas Pueblo — Free entry — Network with local entrepreneurs while enjoying delicious food in a laid-back atmosphere.
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Amarillo Warbirds vs. Pueblo Punishers
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Southwest Motors Event Center — Kids under 2 free — Experience the excitement of arena football as the Pueblo Punishers take on the Amarillo Warbirds in an action-packed home game.
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