Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of July.
Good morning, Pueblo.
Pueblo County Fair is limited to 4-H, FFA, and Open Class participants, with drop-offs scheduled on Jul.
19 from 9:30 to 12:30 at SW Events Center, and no lingering allowed.
Pueblo’s renovated The Slab basketball courts earned a Starburst Award from the Colorado Lottery this morning after a $500,000 upgrade featuring local artists — voters can cast their ballot for the People’s Choice Award until July 31.
On July 15, a new firefighting team took charge of efforts on the Aspen Acres Fire.
Officials (noting that conditions remain unpredictable) said they will update residents as the situation evolves.
Experts say Colorado residents need about $880K saved to retire comfortably, with estimates comparing costs and recognizing Pueblo as one of the top retirement cities nationally.
The guidelines offer actionable advice for planning retirement (including insights from Investopedia and GOBankingRates) and note communities such as Centennial, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins.
The city council tabled a proposal to spend $1.8M in incentives for the Leonardo da Vinci Museum, a measure that could create 25 jobs at an average salary of about $37K and will be revisited on July 27.
Colorado State Patrol warned Monday that some retailers marketed heavy electric motorcycles as e-bikes & urged buyers to check specs carefully to avoid bypassing requirements for licenses, registration, insurance and age limits.
Health officials report that Colorado has recorded 150 cyclosporiasis cases through July 12, most linked to international sources.
People experiencing symptoms such as watery diarrhea, cramps, and nausea are urged to contact a doctor for testing and follow food safety and hydration advice.
Pueblo team roper Trey Yate returns to the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo for the first time since it became the NFR Open (he will compete again Wednesday night and plans to return for the short-go on Saturday).
Nevan Castaneda - Elvis Tribute Performance
7-10 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — $39.64 to $70.77 — Experience all the hip-swinging hits of The King Of Rock N’ Roll in a family-friendly tribute show.
Pueblo Evening Business Networking
5-7 p.m. — 3 Margaritas Pueblo — Free entry — Connect with local entrepreneurs in a laid-back setting while enjoying delicious food.
Marty Stuart Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — Ticket pricing varies — Experience a night of country music with Grammy winner Marty Stuart and a special pre-show performance.
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