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Pueblo
Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
Good morning, Pueblo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Wings of Pride Airshow is set for September 27 and 28 in Pueblo where local fans can buy tickets now to see the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds headline the first air show in nearly 20 years — the event starts at 9 a.m. each day at Pueblo Memorial Airport. FOX21
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ David Frank Martinez, accused of killing one woman and injuring another at Veteran’s Tavern on June 28, 2024, is heading back to trial after Monday’s mistrial—his bail remains at $1 million despite defense efforts to reduce it. KKTV
- ➤ A 52-year-old Pueblo man (Dominick Jesus Salazar) was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after being convicted for dealing methamphetamine and possessing a loaded firearm following his arrest outside the former Rodeway Inn in May 2023 (police discovered 184 grams of meth and 82 fentanyl pills in his motel room). Pueblo Chieftain
- ➤ Between July 23 and July 30, 2025, Pueblo Police IMPACT Unit detectives made seven arrests in two non-fatal shooting cases — including charges of attempted homicide and aggravated robbery — while one 16-year-old suspect remains at large. City of Pueblo
- ➤ Colorado Springs police arrested a 20-year-old man early Sunday after he broke into a home on Zebulon Drive and was found sleeping in the victim’s bed—he is also accused of breaking out of a police cruiser and assaulting an officer. KOAA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Parents in Pueblo face sticker shock as they spend over $600 per student on back-to-school supplies, and experts warn that rising tariffs—set to hit Aug. 7—and inflation may push prices for items like clothing and shoes up by as much as 40% in the coming months. KOAA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pueblo County now offers a monthly payment option for property taxes—residents with fully owned properties can open an escrow taxes account to spread their payments instead of paying one or two times a year. El Paso County started a similar option about a month ago. KOAA
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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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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.
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Discount Carnival
3-11:30 p.m. — 1001 Beulah Ave, Pueblo, CO — $32 All-Day Pass — Experience an exciting range of carnival rides and activities at the Discount Carnival.
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Open House Event
5-8 p.m. — 2074 Oriole Rd — Free entry — Discover a beautifully renovated ranch-style home perfect for family living in Pueblo County.
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Gabriel Iglesias Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Colorado State Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious antics of Gabriel 'Fluffy' Iglesias, a comedic sensation known for his side-splitting performances.
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Colorado State Fair
3-6 p.m. — Colorado State Fairgrounds — Free with fair admission — Experience the excitement of the Mountain States Ranch Rodeo followed by a concert featuring Ned Ledoux.
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Monster Truck Show
1-4 p.m. — Colorado State Fairgrounds — Family friendly — Families can watch monster trucks soar during this thrilling show.
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