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Grand Junction
Thursday, January 29th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Monument Country Dance Club began as a small gathering and has grown into a thriving business in Grand Junction. The club holds line and swing dance lessons on Thursdays at 10:30 p.m. at Quincy Bar and on Friday and Saturday from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Mama Ree’s & continues to build community ties. KKCO 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A customer paid with a counterfeit $100 bill at Triple Play Records on Main Street, prompting the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office to urge local business owners to check watermarks + raised ink on cash before accepting payments. KKCO 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Caprock Academy in Grand Junction used a $50,000 grant from the Mesa County Federal Mineral Lease District to boost school security. The school purchased new radios for staff, added AEDs and cameras, and plans to install windows in doors for improved monitoring. KJCT
- ➤ Workforce Center officials announced a partnership with CMU Tech after a $2.46M federal grant to expand short-term training in high-demand fields. The program will offer job seekers pathways in health care, first response, transportation, technology and skilled trades (supported by Mesa Valley School District 51 and Community Hospital). Mesa County
- ➤ Parents who applied to District 51 School of Choice are receiving notifications today + they must reply by Feb. 4 to secure school placements in Grand Junction. KJCT
- ➤ Local businesses backed a nearly $225,000 federal grant that CMU Tech announced Wednesday to launch a Heat Pump Employment Ready program for students and trades workers — the funding will expand its Mobile Learning Lab fleet to offer training in Montrose and Delta. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State water officials warned that Lake Powell’s level could drop dangerously low if warm, dry weather continues; forecasts show nearly 2 million acre-feet less water than November. The DROA agreement expired Dec. 31 & officials plan emergency measures to protect hydropower generation and recreation. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction City Council will discuss a proposal on Feb. 4 to bring a Pecos League baseball team to Suplizio Field this summer, with plans to host 18 games to reduce wear on the complex (which follows the departure of the previous franchise). A formal decision is expected next week. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Colorado expert Vince Anderson from Skyward Mountaineering with 40 years of backcountry experience advises skiers, hikers and winter climbers to study terrain, carry emergency gear (including a tarp and lighter) and take avalanche courses to handle unpredictable mountain conditions. KJCT
- ➤ Vince Anderson, owner of Skyward Mountaineering, shares winter backcountry safety tips as avalanches and cold exposure threaten skiers, hikers, and climbers. He advises carrying emergency gear (blanket and lighter) and taking avalanche education courses to protect outdoor enthusiasts. KKCO 11
- ➤ Mesa County Public Health and its Nurse Family Partnership hosted a free film screening on Jan. 28 in Grand Junction to educate expectant mothers about pregnancy, childbirth and mental health; a panel of OB-GYNs and pediatric experts shared insights on prenatal, postnatal and home care. KKCO 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ U.S. freestyle skier Charlie Mickel of Durango, who trained at Purgatory Resort, will represent Team USA at the Winter Olympics. He qualified during events in Finland, Quebec, and New Hampshire and will begin competing in the men’s moguls on Feb. 10 + his performance marks a milestone for his community. KJCT
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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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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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Pop Evil Live Concert
8-11 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying sounds of Pop Evil in an intimate setting.
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The Hip Snacks Live
8-10 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of engaging music with The Hip Snacks and MoonBeem.
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Led Zepagain Tribute Concert
8-10 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Tickets required — Celebrate over 36 years of tribute to the iconic rock band Led Zeppelin with Led Zepagain.
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