Good Day
Grand Junction
Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction residents report deceptive door-to-door solar sales tactics after signing contracts based on misrepresented Colorado incentives+ some canceled deals when they learned the true cost and terms. The Colorado Solar and Storage Association is expected to back consumer protection legislation+ officials are reviewing these practices. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ WestCo Brewing Co.—led by Handlebar Tap House co-owner Adam Kinsey—bought the former Edgewater Brewery at 905 Struthers Ave on Feb. 27 and is now renovating the building by installing new brewing equipment and remodeling to expand seating, with an opening planned for mid to late summer. The Business Times
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Mesa University and the Mesa County Workforce Center are set to host the annual Grand Valley Job Fair on April 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lincoln Park — where employers, job seekers, and students can connect with full-time, part-time, and summer work opportunities. Mesa County
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ District 51’s chief financial officer said that the district only receives supplemental funding from marijuana tax revenue, which has fallen $800,000 short of local projections and dropped over 41 percent statewide since its peak in 2020 to 2021 instead of directly supporting schools. She explained that state grants like the BEST program require matching funds—adding unpredictability to future support—and do not cover regular operating costs. The Business Times
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Grand Junction will host Coffee with City Manager on March 24 at 7:30 a.m. at Colorado Craft Coffee and Beer House (1144 N. 12th St.) where City Manager Mike Bennett and General Services Director Jay Valentine will discuss ongoing city projects and the Spring Clean Up program. Residents are invited to join the event (free coffee provided) and ask questions about recent initiatives. The Business Times
- ➤ The City of Grand Junction restored downtown parking enforcement to 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. after extended 10-hour parking sparked feedback from residents and business owners—current signage will be updated soon. The Business Times
- ➤ Clifton will see enhanced roads after the Mesa County Commission approved a $2.58 million contract with A-1 Chipseal Co. to treat 28 miles of roads in Pear Park and south Clifton using crack, cape and slurry seal treatments—this project uses a Pavement Condition Index to select roads and provides a tool for residents to report concerns. The Business Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa County Board of Public Health approved a Community Health Improvement Plan at its March meeting to focus on economic stability and behavioral health for the next three years. Public health staff will track progress on a new public dashboard (which shows key community data). Mesa County
- ➤ Mesa County Public Health announced that its free HCP Care Coordination program will help families with children who have special health care needs by pairing them with a registered nurse—who connects them to screenings, clinics and specialty services. The program, available for children from birth through 21 with no income or diagnosis restrictions, aims to ease the strain of finding essential health resources. The Business Times
- ➤ Tender Gifts Birth & Wellness Center will open in May at 2241 N. Seventh St. after Bloomin’ Babies closes on March 28—midwife owner Althea Hrdlichka will also host a community meeting on March 21 at 6 p.m. at Colorado Birth Collective in downtown Grand Junction to introduce the new facility. The Business Times
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Unlikely Candidates Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Enjoy live music with The Unlikely Candidates and special guests Hillbilly Riot.
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