Good morning, Pueblo.

A 15-year-old orange tabby missing for 20 days was found Monday night in Beulah — thanks to Pueblo search dog Quasar — and his recovery offers a hopeful symbol amid the Aspen Acres Fire's aftermath.

Vendors are moving back into the former Painted Tree boutique’s location on Barned Road this week as The Collective Boutiques prepares to open its doors and bring small businesses together & support local growth.

On Saturday, the Pioneers Museum celebrated Colorado's 150th birthday with local festivities (featuring exhibits that honor the state's past).

AAA reported Sunday that state gas prices averaged $4.12 per gallon, leaving drivers in Pueblo affected by high costs even as local rates are slightly lower.

One local noted that spending on gas now cuts into monthly savings and AAA expects prices may drop after Labor Day (if trends continue).

Teachers in Southern Colorado are backing Prop NN, a new funding initiative that keeps $4.6B for K-12 schools, boosts teacher pay, and reduces class sizes without raising taxes.

Academy School District 20 broke ground on a new pre-k through eighth school at the Air Force Academy Monday, funded by a $42.7 million DoD grant.

The facility will replace Douglas Valley Elementary and add grades 6–8 to offer continuous education for military families.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials warn Pueblo residents to secure trash, avoid feeding pets outdoors and use bear-proof storage as wildlife flee the Aspen Acres Fire area.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced that state parks were free for entry Monday during Colorado 150 celebrations for both local and out-of-state visitors.

The free admission applied at parks in the Pikes Peak region (other fees for camping, boat reservations and licenses remain in effect).

Local animal law enforcement officers have responded to nearly 300 calls since Memorial Day regarding pets left in hot cars as temperatures soared in Pueblo.

With another heat wave coming Saturday & highs reaching 100, pet owners are urged to keep animals out of vehicles.