Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
Good morning, Grand Junction.
The Orchard Mesa Pool's water temperature dropped after the heater's pilot light failed, but the City of Grand Junction quickly repaired it with a swapped part from another pool.
Fire crews respond to a reported structure fire at Grand Manor Apartments in Grand Junction, cause unknown.
A suspect, Justin Vicino, was arrested after barricading himself in an apartment and starting a fire following an alleged assault violation of a restraining order.
The Colorado River District has committed $20 million to buy Xcel's water rights at the Shoshone hydroelectric power plant for $99 million, with further financial support from state and local entities, now seeking $40 million in federal funding to complete the deal.
Colorado implements new laws including hands-free driving, stricter gun storage, updated child car seat requirements, cage-free egg production, expansion of forever chemicals ban, and a minimum wage increase.
One Riverfront, along with Brown Cycles and GJ Cyclepaths, organized a New Year's Day bike ride on the Riverfront trail, promoting physical activity with rides of 12 to 30 miles.
A local fitness facility in Grand Junction notices an early increase in membership as people start their New Year's resolutions to get fit, with personal training seen as a key to longer-term commitment.
A local fitness facility expects a significant increase in gym attendance as individuals begin their New Year's resolutions, with personal training seen as a key to longer-term commitment.
Women's Basketball: Colorado Mesa Mavericks vs. New Mexico Highlands Cowboys
The Colorado Mesa Mavericks women's basketball team will compete against the New Mexico Highlands Cowboys at Brownson Arena, offering a thrilling sports experience for fans.
La Zenda Norteña Concert
La Zenda Norteña will perform at the Grand Junction Convention Center, featuring an evening of live music.
Houndmouth Live at Mesa Theater
Houndmouth will perform live at the Mesa Theater in Grand Junction, Colorado.
Concert by The Fretliners at Mesa Theater
The Fretliners will perform live at the Mesa Theater in Grand Junction, showcasing their musical talents and entertaining the local community.
Chris Duarte Concert at Mesa Theater
Renowned blues and jazz guitarist Chris Duarte will perform live at the Mesa Theater, offering an evening of seated, high-quality musical entertainment.
Futurebirds Concert
Futurebirds will perform live at the Mesa Theater in Grand Junction.
JJ Grey & Mofro: Olustee Tour Performance
JJ Grey will perform songs from his album Olustee, showcasing personal stories and themes of redemption, rebirth, and inner peace, at The Avalon Theatre.
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