Good Day
Grand Junction
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local leaders held a MLK Day ceremony with speeches, a commemorative march, and award presentations for contributions to social justice. The event started at City Hall and proceeded along a mile and a half route to Handy Chapel (202 White Ave), where participants honored civil rights legacy. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Grozer, a one-year-old Australian Shepherd mix from Grand Rivers Humane Society, is looking for an active home. He will appear at an adoption event Saturday at Chow Down in the Redlands (10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.) where interested adopters can learn more about his care. KKCO 11
- ➤ Dozens of Palisade residents attended Planning Palooza recently to offer feedback on upcoming projects. Officials discussed U.S.6 roundabout construction & future plans for Peach Bowl Park to help guide city priorities. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Dozens of residents marched at City Hall yesterday to honor Martin Luther King Jr. Day — community leaders gave speeches stressing unity and civil rights as the event reinforced local commitment to equality. KKCO 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new study released January 19 shows agriculture supports nearly 5% of jobs by generating $720 million for Mesa, Delta, Montrose, Garfield and Rio Blanco counties. The Business Incubator Center will discuss these findings with local producers in Rifle on Jan. 29 and in Montrose on Jan. 30. KKCO 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colorado School of Mines will offer the nation's first bachelor's degree in Quantum Systems Engineering starting this fall at its Grand Junction campus; officials say the program bridges a critical workforce gap + prepares graduates for quantum technology careers. KJCT
- ➤ Colorado School of Mines will offer a bachelor’s degree in Quantum Systems Engineering starting Fall 2026 (the first program of its kind nationally) to bridge a workforce gap in the quantum industry. KKCO 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ CDOT announced that construction for the US 6 Palisade Intersection Improvements Project is delayed to Monday, Jan.26 due to extended utility work. The project will update intersections and sidewalks from Rupp to Iowa Avenues to improve safety, with work scheduled on weekdays (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.). KJCT
- ➤ City Manager Mike Bennett invites community members to attend Books and Briefings on Jan. 22 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at Barnes and Noble Café, 2451 Patterson Road — a chance to hear city updates and ask questions about community priorities. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Mesa County Public Health report shows that local high school tobacco use has dropped more than 70% since 2019—falling from 33% to 8% in 2023—and officials urge ongoing efforts to prevent early tobacco use. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The first draft of anything is garbage.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Grand Junction
Welcome to the Good Day Grand Junction, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Grand Junction, Colorado community. If you like the Good Day Grand Junction, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Grand Junction.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Grand Junction and across Colorado. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Grand Junction
A free Grand Junction community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaygrandjunction.com/sitemap