Saturday, March 1st, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa County Department of Human Services offers free, voluntary services through its Family Empowerment Team to help families enhance parenting skills, child development, and access community resources. Mesa County
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ 18 Del Taco restaurants in Colorado have closed, leaving Grand Junction as the only remaining location, following Newport Ventures' bankruptcy filing. KJCT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Medal of Honor recipient Drew Dix shared his experiences and emphasized teamwork in a motivational speech at Grand Junction High School. KJCT
- ➤ The Garfield Re-2 School Board will interview four Colorado candidates for superintendent on March 17, with a public meet and greet preceding the decision. KJCT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A report from Western Colorado University highlights that wildfires are burning faster, leading to larger environmental damage and increased difficulty in community evacuation and recovery. KJCT
- ➤ Mesa County calls for community help in identifying and reporting the invasive yellow starthistle to prevent its spread and protect livestock and recreational areas. Mesa County
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Let the Whole World Sing: A Global Choral Experience
This event features the Western Colorado Chorale leading a musical exploration of choral works and folk songs from diverse cultures around the world.
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March Writers' Night: Fun with the Forum Fundraiser
This event features a silent auction and fundraiser to support local initiatives at The Art Center in Grand Junction.
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2025 Home Improvement and Remodeling Expo
The 2025 Home Expo is your one-stop shop for everything home-related, featuring top vendors, the latest trends, and expert advice on home improvement, remodeling, and design. Whether you're looking for inspiration, products, or local professionals, this three-day event has everything you need to bring your home projects to life! March 7th-9th, 2025
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Spring Masonic Craft Fair - Handmade Treasures and Local Artisans
The Spring Masonic Craft Fair offers a family-friendly atmosphere for shopping handmade crafts, gifts, and food from local vendors.
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Young Dubliners Live Performance
The Young Dubliners, a renowned Celtic Rock band with a thirty-year legacy, are set to perform live while working on their tenth studio album.
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Tyler Braden Live Performance
Tyler Braden will perform live at Warehouse 25 Sixty-Five in Grand Junction.
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Almost St. Patrick's Day Pub Crawl in Grand Junction
This themed pub crawl in Downtown Grand Junction offers contests, social media activities, and engaging experiences centered around St. Patrick's Day festivities.
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International Fly Fishing Film Festival at The Avalon Theatre
Experience the latest cinematic works showcasing the beauty and excitement of fly fishing from around the globe.
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Connect for Good Luncheon: Building Community Connections
The Connect for Good Luncheon invites attendees to engage in meaningful discussions and discover local resources, fostering community connections through interactive group activities and a locally sourced menu.
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Grand Mesa Pow-Wow
7 PM – 3 PM — Colorado Mesa University — Visit wsnarc.org for details — Celebrate Indigenous culture with drum contests and gourd dances.
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