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Riverfest Returns to the Pueblo Riverwalk for Adrenaline Fueled Action!

July 31, 2026 Dani Vigil Communications & Development Director; HARP Authority dani@puebloriverwalk.org 719-595-0242   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Riverfest Returns to the Pueblo Riverwalk for Adrenaline Fueled Action!   Pueblo, CO – July 31, 2026 – Get ready to end summer with a surge of excitement as Riverfest 2026 roars back to the Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo on Saturday, August 15th from 1 PM to 9 PM. This year’s festival is bigger, bolder, and even more action-packed—and best of all,

NEWS RELEASE | The Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority new grant program ready to LAUNCH

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  PUEBLO URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY NEW GRANT PROGRAM READY TO LAUNCH PUEBLO, Colo., July 31, 2026 — The Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority (PURA) has launched the Local Action Unlocking New Community Horizons (LAUNCH) Grant Program, a new initiative focused on supporting capital improvement projects within Pueblo’s Urban Renewal Areas. The program is intended to assist with projects that enhance the appearance, accessibility, functionality, and long-term vitality of commercial properties,

Pueblo Community College to expand trade programs with new Pueblo West location

Pueblo Community College to expand trade programs with new Pueblo West location  Pueblo Community College (PCC) has announced plans to purchase a building in Pueblo West to expand its welding, automotive and other trade programs. The college has entered into an agreement with a seller and leaders hope to close on the property at 713 E. Spaulding Ave. in September. PCC currently teaches automotive and welding on the Orman Avenue campus in Pueblo, at Cañon City High School, and at its southwest campus in

2026 Pueblo Latino Veterans Legacies of Courage Awards

News ReleasePueblo Latino Veterans AssociationGloria Gutiérrez, President719-334-15031925 E. Orman Ave., Suite 156Pueblo, CO 81004 The Pueblo Latino Veterans Association in conjunction with the Colorado’s 150th year Anniversary and the Latino Veterans Association’s 10th anniversary proudly announces the 2026 Legacies of Courage Awardees. Vice President Don Benavidez (2018 Awardee) states, “these individuals have selflessly served our country in the military, served our community through faith ministry,

Black Hills Energy shares tips for summer energy conservation with Southern Colorado customers

Black Hills Energy shares tips for summer energy conservation with Southern Colorado customers    PUEBLO, Colo., – July 22, 2026 – Summer is in full swing, with high temperatures throughout Southern Colorado. Black Hills Energy is encouraging customers to try several tips to stay cool and use less energy. “The summer heat increases demand on the electric grid, making it especially important to conserve energy during the peak hours of the day, when temperatures are at their hottest,” said Erik Anderson,

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Mariposa Center for Safety 25th Annual Tribute to Women

Aspen Acres Fire Recovery Information

In the wake of the Aspen Acres Fire, we wanted to share a free resource that was created by RH Builders to help families and property owners begin navigating the long and often overwhelming recovery process. The website contains a downloadable recovery guidebook designed to answer many of the questions people face after losing a home or property. It covers topics such as working with insurance companies, documenting losses, understanding the rebuilding process, selecting qualified contractors, avoiding