Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Mary Woody (101) was crowned Silver Queen at the Pueblo Country Club on Aug.
26 by Sangre de Cristo Community Care, celebrating 10 local senior women for their spirit and positive attitude. She received the honor as a resident of University Park Care Center and said she pursued it for fun.
🎭 Culture
The Pueblo Chile Balloon Fest 2026 features vibrant hot air balloons inflating, launching + soaring over Pueblo as local families and visitors enjoy the annual celebration.
The event highlights a colorful display in the Colorado sky.
📰 Economy
Lightning delays paused the final in the Sand Creek game as the team held a lead, and local housing experts warn that a recent Fed rate hike will drive up mortgage rates and slow new home construction in El Paso County.
🎓 Education
Pueblo County libraries are partnering with BoodleBox, an AI sandbox that offers secure, privacy-focused tools for exploring technology.
The library will host an AI launch event Tuesday, Sept. 22 at the Ryals Grand Event Space at the Robert Hoag Rawlings Public Library (welcome reception at 9:30 a.m. and workshops to follow).
🏛️ Government
Colorado Governor Jared Polis announced that the Pueblo chile will appear on Colorado’s 2028 American Innovation Coin — honoring local agricultural heritage and Dr. Mike Bartolo’s innovation.
The final design is pending selection by the Secretary of the Treasury.
🏥 Health
Two bats in Pueblo County have tested positive for rabies, and health officials are urging residents to keep pets vaccinated and avoid contact with wildlife (bat bites can be hard to spot).
🏈 Sports
Local high school football teams posted strong wins on Friday, Sep.
18, with Mesa Ridge cruising past Coronado 41-6 while Pueblo East, CSCS Lions, Cheyenne Mountain, Sand Creek and Palmer Ridge also secured victories.
The CSCS Lions remain undefeated after beating Ellicott 49-0 on Saturday, Sept.
19 in a game that showcased strong local talent. The win adds to a busy day of high school sports results & excitement across the region.
Pueblo East secured their fourth win of the season with a 45-3 victory over Discovery Canyon on Friday, Sep.
18.
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