Good Day
Grand Junction
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross is training its volunteer team + urging residents to trim vegetation and set emergency plans as low snowpack levels raise wildfire concerns for the coming season. Meteorologist Stephen Bowers reported near-zero snowfall this month, prompting agencies to boost readiness across western Colorado. KKCO 11
- ➤ Wrigley Field Sports Bar and Grill (1810 North Ave) is hosting a fundraiser Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. to support Central High School's wrestling program by helping cover medical expenses from a December bus accident, with a silent auction and NFL championship game viewings. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ About 1,150 District 51 juniors attended Workforce Development Day on Jan. 15 at Colorado Mesa University where local business and construction experts led sessions on entrepreneurship, construction, and financial literacy; the event offered hands-on insight into post-graduation careers & real-world skills. The Business Times
- ➤ Colorado Mesa University resumed classes on Jan. 20, and local traffic increased as students returned to campus, making coffee shops, grocery stores, and gyms busier. Students will leave for spring break on Mar. 16 (graduation on May 16 may bring more visitors). KJCT
- ➤ Mesa County Valley School District 51 reported its highest three-year graduation rate ever for the Class of 2025 at 81.9 percent and a five-year rate of 86.9 percent with a 1.5 percent dropout rate; Fruita Monument High School reached a 96 percent rate, its highest in five years. The Business Times
- ➤ A new state report shows Colorado public schools face a $4 billion funding shortfall amid an ongoing educator exodus linked to safety issues, politicized classrooms, and low pay. The report finds many teachers know peers who have left the profession. KKCO 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado State Patrol shared tailgating safety tips after investigating nearly 2,800 crashes last year that injured or killed more than 200 people — troopers advise drivers to stay calm and safely pull over if their front bumper or headlights become obscured by a following vehicle. KJCT
- ➤ Mesa County will begin a sidewalk & drainage project this summer near Broadway Elementary to add ADA-compliant sidewalks and curb ramps on 22 1/2 Road and Greenbelt Drive. More details on construction timelines and traffic impacts will be shared as the start date nears. KKCO 11
- ➤ Colorado State Patrol shared tailgating safety tips today after investigating nearly 2,800 crashes that injured or killed over 200 people last year, advising drivers to move to a safer lane and ease off hard braking on rural roads + follow proper procedures to reduce risks. KKCO 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ According to a Colorado Hospital Association report, 70% of state hospitals and 80% of rural facilities had unsustainable margins by late 2024, leading to service cuts that limit care. Rising supply and wage costs and low reimbursements may force further cuts in the future — warnings that impact community access. KJCT
- ➤ Behavioral healthcare provider Ava Health will open in Grand Junction on Feb. 9, operating from buildings including its headquarters at the former Rocky Mountain Health Plans facility at 2784 Crossroads Blvd. The company will hire 25 more employees soon & partner with local organizations to expand care in Mesa County. The Business Times
- ➤ A report from the Colorado Hospital Association found that over 70% of hospitals had unsustainable margins in 2024 as rising supply and wage costs forced service cuts in 2025. Hospital officials said the state may review Medicaid reimbursement rates to ease future financial pressures. KKCO 11
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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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Western Slope Hospice & Palliative Care Conference
8 AM – 12:30 PM — Community Hospital — Free entry — Attend a conference focused on hospice and palliative care in western Colorado.
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