Good Day
Pueblo
Wednesday, June 11th, 2025
Good morning, Pueblo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region in Pueblo announced Tuesday it received a $100,000 grant from PetSmart Charities to address gaps in veterinary care on the East Side. The society will work with local partners to identify community needs and expand affordable pet care + benefits for historically excluded residents. KKTV
- ➤ Pueblo Parks and Recreation is hosting the inaugural Steel City Arkansas River Festival—also known as SCARF—on July 26 with several registered events such as a Build Your Own Boat Race at 10:00 a.m., a Freestyle River Surf Competition, a paddle and bike parade, and a Rubber Duck Race with duck adoptions starting June 16. The free community festival will celebrate the region’s natural beauty and offer both competitive and family-friendly activities, with team registrations due by July 11 and individual registrations by July 24. City of Pueblo
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pueblo County Coroner’s Office identified Jessica Lee Madrid as the second victim in a May 31 motorcycle crash—she died June 6 after her husband’s bike did not stop at a stop sign near 29th Lane and was hit by a Hyundai Tucson—with neither rider wearing a helmet. Pueblo Chieftain
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Gulfco Manufacturing held a ribbon cutting Tuesday in Pueblo for its new solar field project that will cut energy use by up to 90% and boost revenue for local schools and services. Company leaders said the project marks a continued investment in sustainable jobs and community growth — a sign of their long-term commitment — as they build on decades in Pueblo. KKTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pueblo will celebrate Juneteenth on June 14 at Ray Aguilera Park with food trucks, free swimming for children and community booths + organizers expect the event to grow as it builds on a decades-long tradition. Pueblo Chieftain
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On June 9, City Council awarded SafeSide Recovery Foundation the contract to run the Pueblo Shelter campus at 710 W. 4th Street and 728 W. 4th Street—SafeSide had managed the shelter after Pueblo Rescue Mission closed in December due to an investigation of missing funds. Mayor Heather Graham said the city is pleased to have a long-term partner to serve local unhoused neighbors. FOX21
- ➤ Pueblo County commissioners tabled two competing resolutions on June 10 that would declare the county not a sanctuary county—one resolution praised the role of immigrants in the community while the other used tougher language against illegal immigrant aliens. Community members protested the proposal with some warning of potential negative impacts on federal funding and Pueblo’s heritage. Pueblo Chieftain
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local 16-year-old cyclist Alex Snider won the Pikes Peak APEX in his first pro mountain bike race—he finished with a 45-second lead after three days of racing. Over the weekend, more than 1,500 people were evacuated from a southern Colorado arts festival after a fentanyl scare—officials are investigating the incident. KOAA
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Managing the Home Inspection
12-3 p.m. — Capstone Title — Free — Gain essential insights into home inspections while enjoying a complimentary lunch.
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Muchachas Inteligentes Golf Tournament
Support scholarships for young Latina Women in higher education.
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Muchachas Inteligentes Golf Tournament
Support scholarships for young Latina Women in higher education.
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Go Skateboarding Day Pueblo
10 AM – 3 PM — El Centro Del Quinto Sol — Free entry — Celebrate skateboarding with contests, giveaways, and community vibes in Pueblo.
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Pueblo Has Talent – Best of the Best Showcase
4-5 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — Free admission — Celebrate the top talents of Pueblo's finest performers with surprise acts and audience participation.
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Pueblo Evening Business Mingle
5-7 p.m. — 3 Margaritas Pueblo West — Free entry — Network with local entrepreneurs in a vibrant setting while enjoying complimentary refreshments.
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40th Annual NSRA Rocky Mountain Street Rod Nationals
Time TBA — Colorado State Fairgrounds — Admission fee varies — A celebration of classic cars and rat rods featuring a vibrant gathering of enthusiasts.
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4th of July Celebration at the Riverwalk
Evening — Pueblo Riverwalk — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with crafts, food, music, and the largest fireworks show in Southern Colorado.
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Residential Structural Inspections Class
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Capstone Title — Free class — Learn about the structural integrity of homes with 2 CE credits available.
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