Good morning, Grand Junction.

Roice-Hurst Humane Society broke ground Thursday on an expansion that will add a new veterinary unit for spay/neuter surgeries and increase spaces for adoptions, volunteering, and fostering (3,000 sqft) to better serve pet owners.

Leaders expect the project to be completed by mid-summer.

The annual RV Expo, sponsored by Leisure Solar, is underway at the Mesa County Fairgrounds and will run until Saturday.

It operates from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today and Friday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, featuring RV dealers, vendors and giveaways.

The Saturday celebration in Grand Junction has been renamed after abuse allegations against Cesar Chavez; the event at Las Colonias Park Amphitheater will feature food trucks, vendors and live performances + include a car show, mariachi band and folklorico dancing starting at 10 a.m. March 28.

Venice Mitchell, Miss Mesa County Teen, promotes neurodivergent empowerment with her Superpower Thinking initiative by visiting classrooms to encourage students with hidden strengths.

The 17-year-old, first runner-up at Miss Colorado’s Teen, will represent Mesa County at the state pageant in June.

A wildfire has broken out near Collbran in Mesa County, burning nearly 100 acres on Brush Creek (located at the 19700 block of 64 3/10 Road).

Authorities currently monitor the situation with no evacuations reported.

CDOT is advancing road improvements with ongoing work on the I70 Business Loop in downtown and resurfacing on Highway 340—projects include upgraded sidewalks, drainage, and traffic signals while a new roundabout in Palisade is scheduled for year-end; motorists are advised to take alternate routes as construction continues.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife today advised boaters and swimmers to wear life jackets as warm weather returns (with Pueblo Reservoir among sites where water remains cold) to prevent cold water shock.

Colorado Mesa women’s basketball ended its record season Thursday with a 75-70 Final Four loss to Indiana University Pennsylvania in Pittsburgh (they finished 37-2 with a 34-game win streak), marking the most wins in Division II history.

Boots & Badges 90's Country Party

7-10 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Cost details not provided — Celebrate the 90's country music era with a lively party atmosphere.

Cinderella: A Classical Ballet

7-11 p.m. — Asteria Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of Cinderella brought to life through exquisite classical ballet.

The Wood Brothers Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the masters of soulful folk in a night of captivating music.

Easter Sunrise Service

6:50-7:30 a.m. — Loma Boat Ramp — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a sunrise service featuring traditional hymns and a serene view of the Bookcliffs.

Dance With The Dead, Magic Sword and Megan McDuffee

7-10 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Enjoy an electrifying night featuring Dance With The Dead, a duo delivering a vibrant performance from Orange County.

Elevate Kids Fun Run

8:30-11:00 AM — Grand Junction Colorado — Entry fee not specified — A fun community event for kids promoting health and fitness.

Los Lonely Boys Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Ticket info unavailable — Experience the Texican rock & roll sound of Los Lonely Boys, thrilling audiences with their family-oriented music and fresh energy.

Clutch Live Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the heavy riffs and unique sound of Clutch in an electrifying live performance.

Red Rocks River Run Pre-Registration Bash

10 AM – 3 PM — Teddy Morse's Grand Junction Harley-Davidson, BMW, KTM — Free entry — Celebrate the start of the riding season with live music, food trucks, and motorcycle community fun.