Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of January.
Good morning, Grand Junction.
🏘️ Community
Residents can schedule free one-on-one tax help through AARP Foundation TaxAide starting Feb.
2 at U.S. Bank at 422 White Ave; volunteer assistants will be available Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. until April 15, with appointments booked online or by calling (970-589-3789 or 970-210-5705).
The City of Grand Junction and Mesa County will host a community open house on Feb.
12 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Grand Junction Central Library to launch a Housing Needs Assessment, inviting residents to share housing priorities + the bilingual online survey remains open through March 31.
🎭 Culture
At a Tuesday night session with Fruita Council, Museums of Western Colorado discussed a proposed combined campus that would include a new addition (a dinosaur climbing structure for kids) at the Dinosaur Journey site.
A final decision is expected in the second or third quarter.
🎓 Education
Plateau Valley School District opened a new $66 million school building serving over 250 Pre K to 12 students today.
The modern facility includes a STEM lab & ag shop, enhanced security and infrastructure, and was built with a $26 million grant to replace a 66 year old structure.
🌲 Environment
Colorado Parks and Wildlife will pause grey wolf releases this winter due to a federal dispute over sourcing (the US Fish and Wildlife director raised concerns).
The agency said additional reintroductions are planned for next winter while efforts to reduce wolf-livestock conflicts continue.
🏛️ Government
Grand Junction City Manager Mike Bennett hosted the Books and Briefings event (at Barnes and Noble Cafe) yesterday, where community members over coffee learned about city services and priorities.
The gathering helped strengthen dialogue between officials and residents.
The Grand Junction City Council approved a $1.5M contract to build a one-mile detached sidewalk along Patterson Road from 24½ to 25½ Road over Ranchmen’s Ditch.
Mountain Valley Contracting will start work in February and finish within 120 days, including pedestrian lighting—redesigned to lower costs—and bus stop access.
Snow is expected in the mountains this weekend as CDOT coordinates with weather and maintenance teams to keep roads safe plus address delays from the I-70 Floyd Hill Project between Idaho Springs and County Road 65.
Motorists are urged to carry emergency kits for safe travel.
🏥 Health
Live It Up Super Greens products are being recalled for potential Salmonella contamination.
Local consumers who may have purchased them online or in Mesa County should check their pantries and discard the items (45 illnesses and 12 hospitalizations reported nationwide).
🏈 Sports
Broncos fans in Grand Junction celebrated their playoff win even as they worried about quarterback Bo Nix’s season-ending injury.
Denver will face the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship Sunday (1/25) at 1 p.m.
🎉 Grand Junction Events
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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.
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.
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.
Princess Festival
10 AM – 12 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Junction — Entry fee may apply — Dive into a fairytale adventure with princesses, makeovers, and magical experiences.
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