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Super Scoopers work from the Pueblo Reservoir to fight the Aspen Acres Fire that began on April 29 and is at 15% containment. Courtesy Photo

Super Scoopers work from the Pueblo Reservoir to fight the Aspen Acres Fire that began on April 29 and is at 15% containment. Courtesy Photo

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Restrictions Starting to Lift, Allowing Some Evacuees to Return Home

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
A 7:00 a.m. on July 7, the Aspen Acres Fire has burned 93,634 acres, with 15% containment. The Alaska Complex Incident Management Team and crews from multiple agencies are focusing on protective and preventive measures in the Wetmore area, cutting 20 to 30-foot-wide fire breaks.
The United States of America 1776 to 2026

The United States of America 1776 to 2026

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The United States of America 1776 to 2026

Jerry Collins
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
The Declaration of Independence was the first formal document in history, written by the people of a nation to claim their independence and for their own representative government.
Taos Trail Map Courtesy Photo

Taos Trail Map Courtesy Photo

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250 Years in the Greenhorn Valley

Cheryl Johnson Huban
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
As we celebrate 250 years of the United States, perhaps we can also celebrate the diverse history of the place we call home. The valley we live in was relatively quiet during many of the more difficult periods of U.S. history; however, many entities claimed the land.
Rein’s Last Meeting Overshadowed by Friberg’s New Push

Rein’s Last Meeting Overshadowed by Friberg’s New Push

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Rein’s Last Meeting Overshadowed by Friberg’s New Push

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Ronda Rein worked in District 70 (D70) for over two decades.She served as a paraprofessional, teacher, assistant principal, principal, and district administrator before pouring heart and soul into the Superintendent of Pueblo D70 position since January 2023.
Two Decades of Passion for Students Provided by Rein

Two Decades of Passion for Students Provided by Rein

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Two Decades of Passion for Students Provided by Rein

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
For the last 20+ years Ronda Rein has worked with the students of District 70. She has spent the last three and a half years as the Superintendent of District 70, but her motivation to serve young people was actually born while working for the Department of Corrections.

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Weekly Devotion: Man on the Middle Cross

Wallace Rice
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
I was scrolling through Facebook recently when I happened on a video featuring Alistair Begg. Begg is a retired Scottish pastor who served a significant portion of his lengthy ministry in the United States.
One of the talented performers at the River of Life Talent Show and fundraiser for Applewood. Courtesy Photo

One of the talented performers at the River of Life Talent Show and fundraiser for Applewood. Courtesy Photo

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River of Life Talent Show Aids Applewood Victims

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Been a long time since you’ve seen a live concert performance? I know, I checked on some Santana tickets at Red Rocks and they were over $400/each. ZZ Top tickets at the Pikes Peak Center were running $80/each for the back of the balcony.

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The Annual Rollin’ on the Riverwalk 4th of July Celebration

News Staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Pueblo, CO (June 24, 2026) – The Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo (HARP) is proud to announce the return of Rollin’ on the Riverwalk, Pueblo’s largest and most anticipated Independence Day celebration, taking place Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Members of the USDA and Colorado Rural Water join CCMD Board Members to receive a combination grant and loan for a pretreatment water facility in the amount of $16 million. Photo by Terry Kraus

Members of the USDA and Colorado Rural Water join CCMD Board Members to receive a combination grant and loan for a pretreatment water facility in the amount of $16 million. Photo by Terry Kraus

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USDA Strengthens Colorado City Water Future

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Colorado State Director Sallie Clark joined representatives from the Colorado City Metropolitan District (CCMD) Saturday to award a $15.
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