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🌱 How a da Vinci museum could transform Pueblo’s Riverwalk this summer

Pueblo, Colorado Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • How a da Vinci museum could transform Pueblo’s Riverwalk this summer
  • Recognize this man? Your tip could help solve a Pueblo ID theft
  • What drivers need to know about West 6th Street paving delays

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 89 and low of 59 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Near-record heat, temps: high: 92, low: 52.
  • Friday: Very warm with periods of sun, with a high of 89 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Science and art come to life in Pueblo this June with opening of da Vinci museum along revamped riverwalk (coloradosun.com) — Pueblo’s Historic Arkansas Riverwalk is getting a major boost this summer with the June 12 opening of the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America and the newly opened Pueblo Toyota Boathouse. Together they add new attractions, event space, and educational programs, while freeing prime riverfront locations for future restaurants, shops, and possibly a hotel that could further energize downtown.
   

2. Pueblo County Sheriff's Office needs help identifying man connected to identity theft case (koaa.com) — Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents to help identify a man linked to an identity theft case, urging anyone with information to call investigators or Pueblo Crime Stoppers. This is an active local investigation, and your tip can be anonymous and could directly help protect neighbors from further financial harm.
   

3. City of Pueblo begins paving operations along West 6th Street (koaa.com) — Expect lane closures, detours, and delays on West 6th Street as Pueblo begins about two months of paving between Midtown and Albany Avenue. Residents can call Pueblo Public Works or email for project updates, while a related segment touches on rental market trends in nearby Colorado Springs.
   

4. CSU Pueblo storm to RMAC title through dual threat star (fox21news.com) — CSU Pueblo’s softball team just captured its first RMAC title since 2001, powered by standout pitcher-hitter McKenna James and a tight-knit Thunderwolves squad. The team’s run, rooted in Pueblo and its “steel city” home, now continues into the postseason against West Texas as players lean on their chemistry, routines, and a few lucky ladybugs.
   

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    Thursday May 14
  • UCHealth's 37th Annual Corporate Golf Challenge
    Latino Chamber-Commerce-Pueblo Pueblo Country Club 3200 Eighth Avenue Pueblo, CO 81008
  • Girls Golf banquet →
    Rye High School Pueblo, CO 81004
    6:30 pm
    • Monday May 18
  • RHS Senior Awards Night
    Rye High School Pueblo, CO 81004
    6:30 pm
    • Wednesday May 20
  • Latino Chamber's Business Law Workshop Series Part 1 →
    Latino Chamber-Commerce-Pueblo Latino Chamber of Commerce of Pueblo 215 S. Victoria Avenue Pueblo, CO 81003
    10:00 am
  • League of Women Voters Pueblo Annual Meeting
    Latino Chamber-Commerce-Pueblo Leonardo da Vinci Museum & Event Cntr 310 Central Main Street Pueblo, CO 81003
    5:00 pm
  • Academic Excellence Awards
    Pueblo Academy of the Arts Southwest Motors Event Center, 950 S Prairie Ave, Pueblo, CO 81
    6:00 pm
    • Thursday May 21
  • RHS Graduation - Class of 2026
    Rye High School Pueblo, CO 81004
    7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Good afternoon neighbors,
    Its been awhile since I posted, I have been recovering from a motorcycle accident I had in January. One of the things that is helping me get through… (Nextdoor Sky View)
  • Here are a couple of new paintings I made recently for this week again sorry if it's not much I will definitely update this post before the few weeks to show a new finished work if a new project is done before then but anyway I hope you all enjoy
    these so far! These two specifically I'm glad I got to make, one is based on an old artwork I made and the other is brand new. (Nextdoor Sunnyheights)
  • County of Pueblo Colorado posted a job opening for DHS - Eligibility Specialist I or II in Pueblo. Apply here.
  • Merry Maids posted a job opening for House Cleaner in Pueblo. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pueblo here.

Ok Pueblo! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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