Good morning, Pueblo.

The Colorado Springs Police Department thanked the community for donating over $68,000 to support K9 Roam after he was injured on Oct.

15 during an incident with a barricaded suspect and underwent emergency surgery that included amputation before returning home on Oct. 18—donations came from Colorado, 32 states, Canada, the UK, and Belgium.

Amanda Weidner, the CSU Pueblo County Extension Office horticulture specialist, advised residents that native seeds can be sown from late November to early January to help them get the cold and moisture exposure needed for spring germination.

She recommended marking planted spots with tags (to avoid later confusion with weeds) and noted that some seeds may sprout only in later years.

Colorado voters will decide on two ballot measures that may determine the fate of free school meals for every K-12 student; Proposition LL would keep surplus revenue in the Healthy School Meals for All program and Proposition MM would tax households earning over $300,000—if both pass, free meals will continue and expand, but if either fails, funding could be cut by 2026.

Governor Jared Polis asked for $10 million to help food banks after a federal shutdown froze SNAP benefits that many Pueblo families rely on—this money will be given in three payments on Nov 1, Nov 15 and Dec 1 to help buy food until the program restarts.

Local officials warn that more delays could make life harder for those who depend on these benefits.

On Oct. 23, the Pueblo Police Department and the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office held a check presentation using funds raised from a June golf tournament and a September SAFE event — the money will support a memorial for fallen officers and help groups like the Pueblo Fallen Peace Officer Memorial Foundation and the Pueblo Police Benevolent Association.

5th Annual Poker Run and Special Partners Rodeo

10 a.m. — Pueblo Calf Roping Club — Entry fee applies — Enjoy a fun poker run and an empowering rodeo for individuals with disabilities.

Pueblo Evening Business Networking

5-7 p.m. — 3 Margaritas Pueblo — Free networking — Mingle with local entrepreneurs over delicious food in a laid-back setting.

Pueblo Fall Home Show

12-6 p.m. — Pueblo Convention Center — Free admission — Discover great deals for home improvement while connecting with local and national vendors.

Military Weekend at Pueblo Zoo

All day — Pueblo Zoo — Free entry — Celebrate our military heroes while learning about the majestic bison, our national mammal.

Beatles Vs Stones Musical Showdown

7-8:30 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — $28.15 to $64.65 — Experience a thrilling battle of hits between tribute bands Abbey Road and Satisfaction.

Magic of Motown

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — $37.15 to $99.65 — A journey through Motown’s best hits performed live.

Colorado Fall Classic

Tee times starting at 10:00 a.m. — Walking Stick Golf Course — $145 — Experience a day of competitive golf in beautiful Pueblo, Colorado.

Ethics Class for Real Estate

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Capstone Title — $45 fee — Gain essential understanding of the REALTOR® Code of Ethics to enhance your real estate practice.

Dueling Pianos Official Road Show

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Brues Alehouse Brewing Co. — Paid parking — Experience a night of musical chaos and comedic roasts with the Dueling Pianos Road Show.

Dueling Pianos Official Road Show

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Brues Alehouse Brewing Co. — Paid parking — Experience a night of laughter and music with the Gold Wheel Tour of Dueling Pianos.