Good morning, Pueblo.

Visit Pueblo launches the Summer Bucket List Campaign today to encourage locals to rediscover their hometown—more details on campaign events will be shared as summer unfolds.

Colorado State University Pueblo will revive its Let Freedom Howl celebration, a free family-friendly event with music, food trucks and fireworks that starts at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 4—event organizers say the tradition returns after nearly two decades of pause.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is investigating a report of a possible drowning from Thursday night at Lake Pueblo State Park — boat patrol teams used sonar at South Fishing Beach and the Marine Evidence Recovery Team is bringing an underwater drone to aid in the search.

A rescue operation was underway at Lake Pueblo State Park Thursday night after a possible drowning was reported; Colorado Parks and Wildlife crews conducted a grid search with sonar— the CPW Marine Evidence Recovery Team arrived with an underwater drone and extra sonar— and officials said the search would continue as long as needed.

City leaders and developers report a visible building boom along Pueblo Boulevard and western Pueblo as construction crews work on new homes and public projects, with data from May showing rising GDP, home sales and tourism spending.

However, officials note that 3,500 local jobs remain unfilled—highlighting a challenge in workforce development.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed House Bill 25-1149 earlier this month to require statewide Black history education standards in K-12 public schools.

The law directs the state board to adopt comprehensive standards and form an advisory committee (covering subjects like politics and engineering) so that students learn about Black American contributions.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife is inviting bids to remove the aging North Shore Marina at Lake Pueblo as part of plans to build a modern facility — the marina will remain open for boating until October 31.

Officials said the bidding process will help determine demolition costs estimated at between $15 and $20 million and is needed for future development.

Pueblo residents can watch the 103rd Running of The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb live this Sunday at 7:30 a.m. — the race will air on RACER Network, on RACER+ with the discount code PIKESPEAK25, and on the Pikes Peak Regional Attractions YouTube channel for about eight hours of coverage.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Working Effectively With Your Lender

1-3 p.m. — Capstone Title — Free — Learn strategies to collaborate with lenders and tackle issues before they arise.

Carlos & The Boys Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — The Abriendo Inn — Ticket prices vary — Experience Pueblo's best jazz and an unforgettable evening of Music, Malt & Mead with Carlos & The Boys and MiDi.

LADYDICE Live Concert

7-11:59 p.m. — Classic Q's — Tickets $20 — Experience a lively performance by LADYDICE along with special guests in Pueblo.