Good Day
Pueblo
Friday, July 18th, 2025
Good morning, Pueblo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ More than 160 dogs were rescued from a property in Delta during an animal cruelty investigation, and National Mill Dog Rescue in Peyton provided emergency care including grooming after removing 168 pounds of matted fur — the dogs are now stable and will soon be up for adoption. KOAA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pueblo public schools will reopen soon as District 70 students return on August 11 and District 60 students begin classes on August 19—each district's calendar lists breaks and graduation dates. Pueblo Chieftain
- ➤ Rae Carnevale, a licensed mental health clinician, is running for one of the open seats on the Pueblo D60 School Board this November. She says she will improve equitable education — by adding mental health resources and support for learning challenges — and will carefully review the impact of school closures on local neighborhoods. Pueblo Chieftain
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado DMV warned on Thursday that some drivers received texts falsely claiming unpaid tickets and threatening prosecution, registration suspension and the loss of driving privileges. Officials said the DMV does not send texts for payments and urged residents to avoid clicking links or sharing personal information (they also advised changing passwords and contacting banks as needed). KKTV
- ➤ Today, Pueblo’s Code Enforcement team reported more than 300 abandoned homes, with 197 registered (owners were notified) and 125 with liens (awaiting repairs) as its nine officers check neighborhoods. The team uses a three-month timeline to give owners time to fix the violations. KOAA
- ➤ Seventeen Colorado sheriffs from counties including Pueblo sent a joint letter on July 10 to Governor Polis, saying the inmate transfer backlog and low per diem reimbursements are forcing local jails to pay much higher costs — they urged the governor to speed up transfers, adjust rates, and boost mental health service capacity. FOX21
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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.
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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.
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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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Big Ivory Ticklers Dueling Pianos
7-9 p.m. — Gold Dust Saloon Craft Beer and Grill — Grab your tickets — Experience high-energy dueling pianos with sing-alongs and crowd-fueled chaos.
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Family-Friendly Silent Disco
7-10 p.m. — Fuel & Iron Food Hall — Cost not specified — Dance the night away with family-friendly vibes and top DJs in Pueblo.
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Hot August Night - Neil Diamond Tribute Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — $28.50 to $70.50 — Experience the timeless music of Neil Diamond in a captivating tribute show.
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Assistance League of Pueblo Golf Fundraiser
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM — Elmwood Golf Course — Check event website for cost — Swing for a good cause with golfing, auctions, and plenty of community fun!
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Bullet Blue Sky: U2 Tribute Concert
11 PM – 3 AM — The Abriendo Inn — Tickets required — Experience the best U2 covers while enjoying drinks and good company.
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St. Leander Catholic Church 100th Anniversary Celebration
11 a.m. - 10 p.m. — St. Leander Church — Various prices — Celebrate a century of faith with music, games, and delicious food at this family-friendly festival.
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Colorado Reptile Show
10 a.m.–4 p.m. — Pueblo Convention Center — VIP & General Admission tickets available at the door — Explore a vast collection of reptiles and supplies with family-friendly fun.
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~ Simone de Beauvoir
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