Good Day
Grand Junction
Monday, January 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office was honored for enabling inmates to vote during a Martin Luther King, Jr. Day event in Grand Junction, which included a march and awards, culminating with a keynote speech by holistic healer Auset Maryam. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ The Cesar Chavez Celebration Committee hosted the first annual Mesa County Quinceañera Celebration for five teens, providing a full celebration experience to families unable to afford it. KJCT
- ➤ Janie VanWinkle, a rancher from Grand Junction, Colorado, was awarded the 2025 Livestock Industry Leader of the Year at the National Western Stock Show in Denver for her contributions to livestock farming and community development. KKCO 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra attracted over 1,700 attendees to its superhero scores concert featuring music from films like Batman and Star Wars, aiming to engage the community and encourage attendance from all ages and backgrounds. KKCO 11
- ➤ The Cesar Chavez Celebration Committee hosted the first annual Mesa County Quinceañera Celebration for five teens, making the cultural milestone accessible despite financial barriers. KKCO 11
TRAVEL NEWS
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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.
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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.
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Futurebirds Concert
Futurebirds will perform live at the Mesa Theater in Grand Junction.
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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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The Meteors Live at Mesa Theater
The Meteors will perform live at Mesa Theater in Grand Junction, offering an evening of music and entertainment.
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Stayin' Alive: A Bee Gees Tribute Concert
The event features a performance of iconic Bee Gees hits like 'Night Fever' and 'Jive Talkin'' at The Avalon Theatre.
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2025 Fruita Sweetheart Run
Participants can choose between a 5K or 10K run along the Fruita Trail System, featuring a costume contest and post-race activities.
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Super Bowl Party and Fellowship Gathering
A community-focused gathering featuring worship, Bible study, and a potluck meal, culminating in the viewing of the Super Bowl.
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Theory of a Deadman Unplugged Concert at Avalon Theatre
Popular rock band Theory of a Deadman will perform an unplugged concert at the Avalon Theatre, featuring their signature hits and a new collaboration with Canadian country star Cory Marks.
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The Science of Wine - Valentine's Day Experience
This interactive event at the EUREKA! McConnell Science Museum explores the intersection of wine, food, and science, featuring curated tastings and insights into wine profiles and pairings.
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