Good Day
Grand Junction
Monday, January 19th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mesa County CASA in Grand Junction needs more volunteers to support children as 64 minors wait for court advocacy. The organization will host a Sugar and Sweethearts desserts and dance fundraiser on Feb. 14 at Redlands Community Center to boost support. KKCO 11
- ➤ Grand Junction is one of the top ten finalists in a nationwide contest for America’s Favorite Small Town thanks to strong local voting, which is open daily. Community support may also bring extra celebrations during the downtown July 4 parade if the city wins the title. KKCO 11
- ➤ Local foundations helped nonprofits manage funding cuts last year from federal and state budget reductions. The Rocky Mountain Health Foundation increased aid by $1 million for critical services while the Western Colorado Community Foundation awarded nearly $10 million in grants to support food banks, health centers and social services across the region. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Grand Mesa Nordic Council reached the $1.64 million goal for Skyway Station, its first permanent building near the Skyway Trailhead. Donations from roughly 350 supporters spurred construction that began in August, and the shelter will finish in April with an event planned before ski season. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grand Valley native Shane Phillips is named as Delta High School's first athletic trainer through a new partnership with Delta Health that will provide expert injury care & prevention to student athletes today, marking his return home after nearly 20 years away. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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The She Gees Tribute Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Ticket prices will be available soon — Dance and sing along to the electrifying female-led tribute to the Bee Gees' greatest hits.
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Valentine's Day Wine & Chocolate Pairing
10 a.m.–5 p.m. — Whitewater Hill Vineyards — $50 per person — Indulge in a delightful combination of fine wines and decadent chocolates for a romantic experience.
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Western Regional Basketball Tournament
8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. — Colorado Mesa University — Free entry — Compete and cheer for athletes in a thrilling day of basketball and health promotion.
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~ Neil Barringham
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