Good morning, Grand Junction.

Jacqueline and Jared Schmidt have fostered kids with high behavioral needs since 2021, offering steady care and clear routines that help children feel safe.

Mesa County and Mosaic now support foster families with training, caseworkers, and compensation so more homes can provide long-term stability.

On July 25, Mesa County Libraries will mark 125 years with various events and a video project (featuring over 80 personal stories) about the library's role as a local haven for learning and connection.

Due to limited funding, HomewardBound will permanently close its North Ave. shelter on Feb.

28, affecting about 100 clients and consolidating services at the Pathways Family Shelter downtown with stricter admissions and new support zones. Community partners plan a pop-up event that morning to help clients with essential resources.

Savauge Spectrum, the award-winning winery, is bottling its prized Zweigelt wine using traditional Austrian methods in Palisade.

Winemaker Patric Matysiewski said the process features hand-harvested grapes with natural fermentation that delivers a young, energetic wine which will hit shelves in a few months.

Colorado filmmakers are excited as the Sundance Film Festival plans a move to Boulder in 2027.

They expect the change will boost networking and production opportunities & shine a new light on the Western Slope’s film scene.

The Colorado Avalanche Information Center warns that avalanche danger will remain at level 3 for backcountry travelers this weekend, so people should watch for signs like cracking in the snowpack (indicating unstable layers).

Conditions are expected to improve early next week with no major highway impacts.

Grand Junction recorded 3.1 inches of snow on Friday — breaking the century-old record of 2.8 inches from 1913 — as local coffee shops saw more customers seeking a warm refuge.

Grand Junction is switching its 3,800 recycling accounts to a single-stream system next month ahead of the new Materials Recovery Facility opening later this year at a 58,000 sqft building on 10 acres off 32 Road — residents can keep their blue-lid bin or request a 96-gallon one for weekly pickup.

RSV hospitalizations dropped (261 to 239) last week, health officials said, but children and seniors remain at risk as cases may vary through March.

They recommended vaccines and preventive measures to help protect vulnerable groups.

Grand Valley birdwatcher Logan Wagner, a Mesa County resident since 2016, led a Colorado Parks and Wildlife field trip last summer to document a rare Black Swift nesting site at Grand Mesa falls.

He continues exploring local public lands + waterways to uncover new bird sightings.

River City Sportplex has seen a surge in curling class sign-ups since the Olympics began.

Learn-to-curl classes in March and April are nearly full and a Thursday league starting April 9 has few spots left—local curlers of all ages are embracing the sport.

Pop Evil Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying sounds of Pop Evil in an intimate setting.

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.

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.

2026 Home Improvement and Remodeling Expo

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Grand Junction Convention Center — Admission details not specified — Explore the latest trends and tips for transforming your home.

Crêpe Girl Concert

7-11 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the indie pop sounds of crêpe girl with hits like 'RACING 2 U'.

Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl

4:30-9 p.m. — The Feisty Pint — 25% off early bird tickets — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day a bit early with games, prizes, and festive fun in Downtown Grand Junction.

The Princess Bride Screening

3–5 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Check event page for ticket info — Experience the beloved fantasy-adventure film The Princess Bride with themed cocktails and memorable quote cards.