Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
Good morning, Pueblo.
Victory Chinwendu Osujii, 22, a Texas man, drowned on June 20 at Lake Pueblo State Park after flipping off an inflatable tube without a life jacket—officials recovered his body after a several-hour search and urged visitors to wear life jackets.
A Pueblo family has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Ford alleging that a roof defect in Super Duty trucks from 1999 to 2016 caused Steven Horn’s death in a rollover accident on an Oklahoma highway in March — the suit claims Ford was aware of the issue long before Horn bought his truck and has declined to comment.
On Monday night, Pueblo City Council considered annexing nearly 600 acres at Jackson Ranch off HWY 78 for new housing developments — a vote that included a public hearing at 7:30 p.m. for residents to voice their opinions and would require developers to secure proper zoning and plan an alternate route if HWY 78 is closed.
UCHealth said Parkview Home Care will close on Aug.
1 due to lower patient numbers and rising costs. Referrals ended on June 2—UCHealth will help all patients finish care and support the 22 employees in finding new jobs.
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.
Pueblo Evening Business Networking
5-7 p.m. — 3 Margaritas Pueblo — Free entry — Mingle with local entrepreneurs and enjoy delicious food in a relaxed atmosphere.
Women's 1 Day Reset Retreat
6:15-8:30 p.m. — Pueblo City-County Library District - Rawlings (Main) Branch — No cost info provided — A holistic retreat for mental health through movement, meditation, and creative expression.
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