Lead-Based Paint - New EPA Rules for Renovation, Repair, and Painting - 03/26/10 07:08 PM
If you own a home or income property built before 1978 and are considering doing some renovations, repairs, or painting, you need to be aware that there are some changes that take effect April 22, 2010.
Homes built before 1978 may have lead-based paint.  Lead is harmful to people and pets and is especially dangerous to children under 6 years of age.  Exposure to lead can occur either through ingestion or inhalation of lead dust or fumes.  Exposure to lead can affect the brain, nervous system, and other parts of the body.  The use of lead-based paint was banned for residential … (3 comments)

Think Spring! Pueblo West Xeriscape Class, Colorado State Extension Yard and Garden Upcoming Classes - 03/19/10 01:06 PM
As I'm writing this week's blog, it is about 74 degrees outside.  However, I know that by the time you read the blog, it will be far colder with the incoming storm possibly bringing Pueblo some snow.  Hard to believe that Saturday is the first day of Spring, but I'm ready for Winter to be over!
Nan Black, my favorite plant expert over at Seufer's Nursery, tells me that flowering plants will be blooming about 2.5 weeks or maybe even 3 weeks later than last year. 
So, you still have time to get ready for Spring planting!  Here are some sources … (0 comments)

Pueblo Events 12-14 & 18 Mar, Time Change-Spring Forward - 03/12/10 10:43 AM
Pueblo Association of Home Builders 2010 Home and Garden ShowThis years Home and Garden Show takes place March 12-14 at the Colorado State Fairgrounds Palace of Agriculture.  There will lots of home décor, construction, landscaping, home builder, gardening, and "green" exhibitors. 
3/12/10 - Kick-off night begins at 5:00pm.  The $10 admission fee includes dinner and drinks.3/13/10 - Hours are 10am - 7pm.  $5 admission3/14/10 - Hours are 10am - 5pm.  $5 admissionFor more info:  http://pahb-co.builderfusion.com/bf/website/
5th Annual "Flavor of Pueblo Food & Wine Show"03/18/10 - Hours are 5-7:30pm at the Pueblo Convention Center
The great flavors of Pueblo cuisine, wine, and … (0 comments)

Pueblo West Updates: ABRA Auto Body and Glass, School District 70 Moves to 4-Day School Week, Lowe's Military Discount - 03/05/10 10:34 AM
Here are some bits and pieces of information I've picked up.
A report from my buddy Cheryl says that the coyote collision with her Ford Focus was expertly fixed at ABRA Auto Body & Glass at a reasonable price.  ABRA is located at 455 East Enterprise Drive.
School District D70, which includes Pueblo West, will change to a 4-day school week next school year.  The Monday through Thursday schedule will require longer school days but will save more than $1 million dollars from the budget.  For more info see: http://www.district70.org/.  I'd be interested to hear your comments on this one; will you … (0 comments)