Good morning, Pueblo.

Pueblo Parks and Recreation is hosting the inaugural Steel City Arkansas River Festival, SCARF on July 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at venues including the Nature Wildlife Discovery Center, the new WaterWorks Park and the kayak course near Pillars Park along the Arkansas River—offering competitive events such as the Build Your Own Boat Race and Freestyle River Surf Competition along with community activities like the Paddle and Bike Parade and a Rubber Duck Race that will fund youth scholarships.

The Pueblo West Safeway evacuated after a bomb threat was reported at the US Bank inside the store—deputies and the fire department are on scene and the public is asked to avoid the area as authorities assess the threat's credibility.

A Pueblo trial for first-degree murder ended in a mistrial on July 17—after a juror’s question raised concerns—and David Martinez, 63, charged with the murder of Elaine Masias, will have a status conference on Aug.

4 while he remains in jail on a $1 million bond.

On Thursday, July 17, Pueblo police arrested two men after officers responded to a call on the 1700 block of Joliet Avenue where they found burglary suspect Joseph Mares tied with duct tape after a group beat him up during an alleged break-in (Mares faces second-degree burglary charges and Cruz Alarcon is charged with second-degree assault and felony menacing).

District 11 is reevaluating its budget after an unexpected freeze on federal funding removed nearly $3.5 million needed for key school programs.

Superintendent Michael Gall said the district will manage the shortfall with state carryover funds (the freeze represents less than 1% of the overall $450M budget) as the new school year approaches.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Colorado State Fair

August 21st to September 1st — Colorado State Fairgrounds — Entry fee required — Experience thrilling rides, delicious food, and countless vendors at this beloved annual event.