Episode 15: Puebloans taking action abroad

Dave Moore speaks with Riya Singh on the podcast. She is a senior at Pueblo West High School with a bright future. She is involved with the debate team, Future Business Leaders of America, and Youth in Government. Youth and Government is where students take part in a mock government and congress and discuss potential bills and pass laws.   

She is also planning a trip to Washington, D.C. to meet the President & other government officials to see the innerworkings of our government even more.   

Next Year, she plans to attend Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island to double major in Political Science and  Women's Gender & Sexuality Studies.   

Her motivation has set her up for a bright future, she says her drive comes from people turning up their nose when she tells them she is from Pueblo. Now she strives to show others parts of the state Pueblo people can be successful and encourage other students they can do that same.    

Sherrie Baca executive director of Pueblo County Libraries joins Dave on the Podcast.
 They discuss the seven libraries Master Vision Plan to renovate and refresh public  libraries across Pueblo Counties. That plan includes the Barkman library that's current closed, where $4.5 million in investments and 2,700 square feet will be added. 

Since 2003 they have checked out more than 14 million library materials.  Baca also reminds Puebloans that most things have gone digital, people can stream music, movies, and read e-books and audio books free with a library card.

The library has also received a grant through the state to allow Colorado City and Rye  residents can access telehealth services through the library system.   Meeting rooms are available at no cost with the exception of the Ryals Grand Event Space at the Rawlins library. More than 1,000 laptops, tablets and hotspots are checked out currently. 

They are currently asking for the public to help fund the library renovations for Barkman & Lucero libraries.   

For more information go to pueblolibrary.org 

Pueblo's Podcast has completed season four, let's take a look back. 

Pueblo is a community with a lot to offer, whether that's bringing in businesses to our town through PEDCO, or creativity with Ovation & Musical Community Productions. 

Our community also prioritizes our health, like the Pueblo Health department, and GOAL High School putting mental health of students first.

Every now and then someone is in need and Pueblo steps up, whether that's for a student's education or adopting an animal. 

Inspiring stories flow from our community that make Pueblo truly Proud, like young golfer Brady Shaw.

Stay tuned for season five of Pueblo's Podcast and send your ideas to PueblosPodcast@gmail.com.  

Dave Moore welcomes Jeff Orman and Raeann Herrick to the podcast. 

Pueblo’s Musical Community Productions is putting on “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” at Memorial Hall ahead of the holidays. 

Set in late 1941, most of the action takes place in the main characters' home, with the choir providing music and drama as it is broadcast over the family radio. 

The story centers on a family’s struggles of separation during the Christmas season and in the weeks leading up to Pearl Harbor and the outbreak of World War II.

It’s a heartwarming tale of family and hope that is set in the golden age of radio that you won’t want to miss. 

All Show Dates:
November 30th, at 7:00 pm BUY TICKETS HERE
December 1st, at 7:00 pm BUY TICKETS HERE
December 2nd, at 1:00 pm BUY TICKETS HERE

Learn more at Memorial Hall’s website. 

Dave Moore is joined by Vickie Torres with PAWS for Life on the podcast.  PAWS for Life is Pueblo's only No-Kill shelter.  Their mission is to help lost or unwanted animals; to return lost ones to their owners whenever possible or after having them spayed or neutered, place them in good homes; and to educate the public about intelligent and humane treatment of animals. 

PAWS is located off Pueblo Blvd. and is not supported by federal funds so they rely on donations and volunteers

Their money goes to food for pets, vet expenses if needed, and operating costs.

$10.00 - Helps provide treats for training and packwalks.
$25.00 - Helps cover the cost of microchips
$35.00 - Helps cover the cost of food.
$100.00 - Helps cover the cost of spay and neuter fees.

Tap here to donate. 

KIX Country is partnering with PAWS to feature a pet of the month to help get the word out about pet adoptions.   

Tap here to see pets available for adoption. 

Dave Moore is joined by young golfer Brady Shaw.  He's a 12-year-old stand out competitor. He competed in the 2023 Drive, Chip, and Putt Championship on April 2, at Augusta National Golf Club.      

He has won 70 golf tournaments and his first win was at six years old.   Brady shares some golfing tips and who his favorite golfer is.   

Brady is the son of Jeff & Dacia Shaw. Jeff is the president/CEO of the Pueblo Economic Development Corp (PEDCO). 

Brady hopes to go pro and we are rooting for him! 

The Colorado State Fair is back for the 151st year.  It's a tradition in Southern Colorado and this year it runs August 25 – September 4, 2023. 

The fair has all your favorites but also a lot of improvements.  The fair has added grass, trees and colored concrete. There is also a white canopy near the Prairie Entrance that is designed to be a movie canvas for LED lights.  There are $200,000 worth of LED lights, so it's not just a canopy it has its own show.   

Some other favorites are the Governor’s Plate  that highlights Colorado’s diverse agricultural products and chefs.  There's also a Fine Arts Competition and Slopper Eating Contest. 

There are dozens of Free attractions like the crowd favorite sandcastle.  Sandscapes will sculpt 150 tons of sand into a mountain of fun you don’t want to miss. Located near the Prairie Gate.   

There are a lots of Deals & Discount Days:   

• Friday, Aug. 25, and Friday, Sept. 1  Senior Day: Free Admission for Seniors 60+. "$5 Til 5 Friday" Admission Will Be $5 Plus Every Food Stand Will Offer A $5 Item Until 5 p.m.
• Monday, Aug.  28. Monday, Sept. 4  CSU Pueblo Kids Day: Free Admission for Children 12 & Under
• Tuesday,  Aug. 29  Two Can Tuesday: Free Admission with a Donation Of Two Canned Food Items 
• Wednesday, Aug. 30  One Price Wednesday:Includes Fair Admission, Ranch Rodeo, Ned Ledoux Concert, and a Carnival Ride Wristband
• Thursday, Aug 31  Back to School Day: Free Fair Admission & $25 Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristband with Student Voucher or Coupon     

TICKET PRICES:
Adult Gate Admission – $9 through August 24, $15 starting August 25
Kids (ages 5-12) – $7
Children 4 & under are FREE (when accompanied by an adult)

FAIR HOURS:
Monday-Thursday: 3 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Friday-Sunday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Labor Day: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

CARNIVAL HOURS:
Monday-Thursday: 3 p.m.-12 a.m.(midnight)
Friday-Sunday: 11 a.m. -12 a.m. (midnight)
Labor Day: 11 a.m.-12 a.m.(midnight)
Family Fun Zone Rides are open when the fair opens and close at 10 p.m. daily. 

CARNIVAL PRICES:
Unlimited Ride Band* – $32 through August 24,
$40 starting August 25
Megapass* – $160 through August 24, $200 starting August 25 Individual Credit – $1
*Some specialty rides not included 

Tap here to see more about the concerts and other details of the fair.  

Dave Moore welcomes Ramon Arriaga to the podcast. They discuss how although, mental health month is in May we should be practicing self-care habits all year long, including looking after our mental well-being.

Ramon works at Goal High School which prioritizes the students' well-being before they begin learning. Ramon is also an advocate for mental health awareness among students and adults. 

They discuss challenges students might face and good conversation opportunities parents can use with their kids who might be struggling.   

Tap here for info from Mental Help America. 

Tap here for info from Colorado Crisis Services.

In an emergency call 9-8-8 which is the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.  

Sarah Joseph is back on the podcast with Dave Moore after keeping us all informed during the COVID-19 pandemic.  So what does the health department do exactly when there is not a global pandemic?

Sarah walks us through the programs that benefit our community.  They vary widely from combatting food deserts, focusing on behavior and mental health, raising awareness of recycling programs and restaurant cleanliness.   They've launched several new programs as well. Pueblo's Everyday Heroes aims to be a positive influence on youth.  ACES encourages everyone to acknowledge their previous traumatic experiences and grow from them.  As well as promoting public art in neighborhoods around the old Smelter Site. 

All of the programs discussed on the podcast can be found at pueblohealth.org.  

Dave Moore welcomes Darin Stuart to the podcast.

He is an actor, the founder of Ovation, an acting school and a board member of the Impossible Players.   

The Impossible Players are a community theater company based out of Pueblo. They have thought provoking and emotional impacting plays. To contact Darin at Ovation call 719-821-1746.   

Their next production is Said And Meant, Written By Randy Wyatt.

It's a fast-paced, witty compilation of ten short plays exploring how we use the same language to mean all kinds of different things.  Show Dates are Apr. 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29.

Tap here to buy tickets.