Good News/Bad News - 07/25/08 10:07 AM
First the bad news.  Fleas found on a rabbit on the north side of Pueblo West have tested positive for plague. This is not unusual.  Prairie dogs in Pueblo West have tested positive for plague in the past.  Health officials suggest that you DO NOT touch dead animals or Pueblo West rodents.  Spray on insect repellent and wear clothing so that you are protected from flea bites.  Dust your pets with flea powder.  Remove plants and materials near the outside of your house that could become breeding/feeding grounds for rodents.   If you or your pet are not feeling well, especially if … (0 comments)

Firefighters' Fundraiser for One of Their Own - 07/18/08 10:44 AM
This coming weekend, you’ll find me at the Billy Pine Barrel Race in Avondale on Saturday and the Pancake Breakfast at the Pueblo West Fire Department fundraiser for the Billy Pine family on Sunday. Billy Pine, a 28-year old Pueblo City Firefighter, has Stage Four terminal colon cancer and fellow firefighters are working to create a trust fund for Billy’s daughter, Sydney. Come out and support this very worthy cause. Saturday’s activities run from 9am to 9pm at the Walk-A-Mile Arena Business Highway 50 E mile marker #14. Sunday’s event runs from 7am to 1pm at Pueblo West Station No. 1 … (0 comments)

Fun Times in Pueblo & Pueblo West - 07/11/08 11:12 AM
Let’s help Pueblo Community College & CSU-Pueblo celebrate their 75th Anniversary! There will be plenty of activities starting with a 7.5K Run/2-Mile Walk at 7:30am. Then, from 8am until 6pm, there’s a Pancake Breakfast, Health Fair, Car Show, Art Show, Entertainment, Texas Roadhouse BBQ, Games and MORE! Register on-line for the run/walk at http://www.socorunners.org. Find out more about the 75th Anniversary at http://www.pueblocc.edu/75th_celebration. Come and enjoy the festivities!
If you’re up for something more relaxing, the 8th Annual Parade of Ponds takes place this weekend. There are several locations to visit all over Pueblo and Pueblo West. Pick up flyers at … (0 comments)

Yikes - RATS! - 07/03/08 11:22 AM
There is a growing population of cotton rats moving into Pueblo West.  To eliminate the rodent's habitat, homeowners and owners of vacant lots are encouraged to cut down weeds and vegetation. 

The Pueblo West Metro District office has a list of individuals who do mowing.  Let's drive out these unwelcome visitors!
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