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Grand Junction
Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A recent study shows Colorado leads the nation in bike theft rates with about 94 thefts per 100,000 residents — more than double the national average — and local bike shop owner Bryan Miick advises riders to secure expensive bikes by locking both wheels and frames in visible areas. KJCT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ In November, voters replaced two of three board incumbents in Mesa County Valley School District 51, shifting power to teacher union-backed members and prompting the election of Jose Luis Chavez as president, Vicki Woods as vice president, and Andrea Haitz as secretary and treasurer—focusing on improved academics and safer classrooms. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Parks and Wildlife is accepting hunter registrations for a bison roster under the new law SB25-053 to manage wild bison — conditions set by the parks and wildlife commission. Registration remains open until Jan. 31. KKCO 11
- ➤ Colorado Parks and Wildlife is accepting registrations for a bison roster under a new law (SB25-053) that took effect Jan. 1; they will select hunters as needed, and sign-ups remain open until Jan. 31. KJCT
- ➤ Grand Junction Fire Department has named Peter Skeris as its new fire chief & he will start on Feb. 17 after a national search involving local input. Skeris brings over 20 years of leadership experience to support the department’s service. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ With winter conditions in Grand Junction, the Colorado State Patrol advises drivers to slow down and pedestrians to wear reflective clothing to stay safe during blowing snow and low visibility; officials encourage eye contact before crossing streets. KJCT
- ➤ Motorists are advised to slow down and allow extra time to stop in blowing snow and low light, as recommended by the Colorado State Patrol; pedestrians should wear reflective clothing and use designated crosswalks to stay visible. KKCO 11
- ➤ Mesa County Public Health released updated illness trends on Dec. 30 that showed 73 people were hospitalized with the flu since Oct. 1 (an increase of 64 hospitalizations from the previous report). The update also recorded 23 Covid-19 cases and 5 RSV cases. KJCT
- ➤ Joey Coleman (owner of Kai Dispensary) advises Grand Junction customers on safe cannabis use by explaining proper dosage, product differences, and the importance of avoiding driving after consumption following recent product recalls. KJCT
- ➤ Mesa County Public Health reported on Dec. 30 that 73 people have been hospitalized with the flu since Oct. 1, an increase of 64 from the Dec. 16 update. The report also noted 23 Covid-19 hospitalizations + five RSV hospitalizations. KKCO 11
- ➤ Joey Coleman at Kai Dispensary advises new and experienced users to check THC levels and avoid driving after using cannabis (especially as recent product recalls raise concerns). His guidance helps ensure safe use amid evolving retailer standards. KKCO 11
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Brandi's Kitchen in Collbran served black-eyed peas on Thursday as part of a New Year tradition meant to bring luck and prosperity. Owner Brandi Norsby said the dish — prepared with collard greens — symbolizes coins and money in a long-held Southern custom. KKCO 11
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