Good morning, Pueblo.

Yesterday, 11 News spent the day at Care and Share and hoped to raise $25,000 for Southern Colorado’s Food Bank—supporting local efforts to help those in need.

Advisors at Ent Credit Union urge residents to pause, plan, and prioritize essential payments like rent and medications after the shutdown strained finances.

Pueblo School District 60 has proposed merging several elementary schools to restructure local education — further details are expected to be released.

The city of Pueblo took over managing its only homeless shelter over a year ago and now it offers shelter, recovery, and housing assistance through SafeSide Recovery (which operates two locations that provide hot meals and additional services).

Community donations and partnerships have increased as the facility prepares for more residents with the coming cold weather.

A Colorado attorney and an advocate warned that the federal government's new hemp product ban, part of the funding package that reopened government, will affect Colorado's hemp industry—industry players expect market rules to change soon.

UCHealth awarded $218,000 in grants to nine nonprofits in Southern Colorado — including Pueblo Cooperative Care Center and local school districts — to support food access, mental health, and essential services.

The awards are part of UCHealth’s state-wide effort to improve community health.

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.

CSU-Pueblo Honor Choir Performance 2025

7-9 p.m. — CSU-Pueblo Hoag Hall — Free admission — Experience a vibrant display of regional talent at the Honor Choir concert.

YMCA of Pueblo Turkey Trot

9:00 – 11:59 AM — YMCA of Pueblo — Entry Fee Applies — Start your Thanksgiving right with the 17th Annual Turkey Trot 5k, a family-friendly race to make room for pie.

2025 Annual Commission Update Class

9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Capstone Title — $45 — Update your real estate license with this 4-hour required course featuring Doug Barber.

The Nutcracker Ballet Performance

6:00–7:30 p.m. — Pueblo Memorial Hall — Family-friendly event — Experience a magical journey through The Nutcracker with 40 talented dancers and stunning visuals.

Pueblo Evening Business Networking

5-7 p.m. — 3 Margaritas Pueblo — Free entry — Mingle with local entrepreneurs while enjoying delicious food in a laid-back atmosphere.

I Love Pueblo Craft Night

6-8 p.m. — Walter's Brewery and Taproom — Includes one free beer — Transform vintage photos of Pueblo into beautiful ornaments while enjoying a festive atmosphere.