Good Day
Grand Junction
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Princess and Sosuke are eight-week-old kittens now adoptable at Roice-Hurst Humane Society in Grand Junction—both have been spayed/neutered and vaccinated. The shelter will host a Kitten Shower Donation Drive on April 19 from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. KJCT
- ➤ The First Congregational Church of Grand Junction will host its Taste of Africa fundraiser on April 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 1425 N. 5th Street. Guests will sample African dishes, learn African dances, and buy handmade East African crafts—ticket sales and donations will fund a solar-powered irrigation system for a Maasai village in Kenya. WesternSlopeNow.com
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office released its 2024 crime report showing overall crime declined yet violent crime increased slightly due to more aggravated assault and nonconsensual sex offenses while property crimes fell 28.89% and auto theft dropped sharply thanks to a new crime center that raised clearance rates — Sheriff Todd Rowell stressed the role of community support. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ A man was arrested Monday after deputies responded to animal abuse reports on the 500 block of Garfield Drive where he allegedly threw and struck a 4-month-old puppy before tying it under a porch— the dog has visible injuries on her hind leg and abdomen and now requires emergency surgery coordinated by Grand Rivers Humane Society. WesternSlopeNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Elevate Kids’ Fun Run will take place Sunday at Las Colonias Park to raise money for Mesa County Valley School District 51 P.E. programs, offering 2.5-kilometer, 5-kilometer and 10-kilometer races that start at 8:30 a.m. Participants register on behalf of a school so part of their fee goes to that school’s program, with the three schools receiving the most registrations earning an extra donation (past runs supported school upgrades) (all ages and abilities may participate). Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mesa County Department of Human Services is promoting National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April by planting blue pinwheels across the county and urging community members to support families and learn the signs of abuse (with services such as family therapy and case management). Residents are advised to call the child abuse hotline at 970-242-121 if they suspect abuse. Mesa County
- ➤ Mesa County and its partners are updating the Stormwater Management Manual — a project webpage is live for contractors, developers, and municipalities to view draft chapters, submit comments, and sign up for email updates. The update, approved at a Feb. 21 public hearing, will help use best practices to manage stormwater in Grand Junction and nearby communities. Mesa County
- ➤ Mesa County introduced a new ballot verifier tool — a free digital platform that lets residents verify ballots dating back to November 2023 — to improve election transparency ahead of municipal elections. KJCT
- ➤ The Orchard Mesa Pool closed temporarily after a failed boiler left the solar heating unit unable to keep the water warm—City staff said they will install a new boiler before the pool can reopen. WesternSlopeNow.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A recent study shows Colorado ranks 9th in mental health workforce per capita with 69 workers per 10K residents (40,310 total) and a 1.42% employment share. Federal funding cuts to mental health and substance abuse programs may worsen the crisis as demand for care grows. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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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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Crime Stoppers of Mesa County Car Show
10 AM – 3 PM — Mesa County Fairgrounds — Join the community for an exciting day showcasing classic cars while supporting a great cause.
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Grand Valley Job Fair
10 AM – 2 PM — Lincoln Park — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore career opportunities at this community-focused job fair.
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Damage Inc. Tribute to Metallica
8-11 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Tickets & tables available — Experience the electrifying performance of Southern California's premier Metallica tribute band.
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Do The '80s Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — The Feisty Pint — 25% OFF with code RAD25 — Get ready for a totally tubular night of '80s nostalgia with contests and prizes at this vibrant pub crawl.
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Spirit Mother Concert
7-10 p.m. — Copeka Coffee — Entry fee not specified — Experience the heavy rock sound of Spirit Mother infused with folk and classical influences.
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