Good morning, Grand Junction.

At Fire Station 1 on Thursday, the Grand Junction Fire Department held an awards ceremony to honor firefighters, community members and local business leaders who helped save lives in the area — including a vet from Fruita who rescued a horse trapped in a culvert.

The event also recognized a firefighter who quickly responded to a call and helped a woman escape a house fire.

Patrick Egan, the Grand Junction man accused of strangling a reporter in a hate crime attack last year, appeared virtually in court on Thursday when his legal team asked for another delay in his trial, which is now set for April 24 + his appearance lasted just about five minutes.

The Colorado Mesa University Student Exhibition is showing local college student work at The Art Center at 1803 North 7th Street, featuring ceramics — sculptures, drawings, paintings and prints.

The exhibit, selected by an outside juror, runs through April 4.

The Colorado Mesa University Student Exhibition is on display at The Art Center until April 4 at 1803 North 7th Street—featuring ceramics, sculptures, drawings, paintings and prints by local college students.

An outside juror chose the artwork to highlight emerging talent in the community.

Gear Junction is hosting its 21st annual Grand Valley River Cleanup on April 19, where volunteers from Gear Junction, RiversEdge West+Grand Valley Paddling Club will pick up trash along local rivers.

The effort aims to protect our waterways, and a fall cleanup is set for September 13.

At a March 11 public hearing, the Board of County Commissioners approved a $200,000 extension with Clean Harbors Environmental Services for hazardous waste disposal at Mesa County’s HWCF— which handles over 280,000 pounds of waste annually, and residents may drop off hazardous waste at 3071 US-50 from 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays.

The Mesa County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $275,000 contract with New GMCO, LLC for magnesium chloride to control dust on 63.95 miles of unpaved, low-volume roads—an effort aimed at reducing frequent re-graveling and saving taxpayer dollars.

On Wednesday, Ken Valentine from Mind Springs Health joined WesternSlopeNow to explain that mental health is as important as physical health — he urged parents to listen, learn, and connect with their children and shared hotline numbers for immediate help.

Community Hospital held a Health Care Career Day for 60 District 51 high school students to learn about jobs in healthcare through nine presentations by hospital staff.

The event marked its 15th year (a milestone for the program) and gave students a hands-on look at medical work.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Kundalini Yoga for Nervous System Renewal and Stamina Building

10:00-11:30 a.m. — Grand River Financial Partners — Check website for costs — Explore breathwork and meditation to enhance energy and support holistic wellness.

Nicholas Gledhill Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Love Recital Hall — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of horn music from CMU alumnus Nicholas Gledhill.

Jim Henson's Labyrinth: In Concert

7-10 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the magic of Jim Henson's Labyrinth with a live concert performance.

Los Toms Live Show

7-10 p.m. — Copeka Coffee — $10 adv/$15 dos — Experience a dynamic evening of surreal psychedelia and heavy psychrock with Los Toms.

Tucker Wetmore Concert

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Ticket info available — Get ready for an exciting outdoor concert featuring country music star Tucker Wetmore.

BEE GEES GOLD - The Tribute

6-9 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Tickets & Tables on Sale — Experience a vibrant tribute to the legendary Bee Gees with live renditions of their timeless hits.