Good morning, Grand Junction.

Mesa County Search and Rescue rescued a dog at Colorado National Monument after it jumped from its owner's car during a visit and fell over 100 feet before landing on a shelf — rescuers used a rope to save the animal.

Bin 707 chef Josh Niernberg became the first Grand Junction chef to progress from the semifinals when he was named one of five finalists in the outstanding chef category at the James Beard Awards, competing against chefs from New York City, Tulsa and Somerville.

Winners will be announced on June 16.

The Grand Junction Economic Partnership report for 2024 showed that the local economy reached a record $91 million with each $1 invested generating $93 in impact—projects like GooseGear's relocation and an Amazon Last Mile facility helped drive strong job growth and support major local employers.

Grand Junction resident Brandon F.—a full-time dad—won $1 million after buying a $25 Million Cash Explosion Scratch Ticket at Safeway, and he said his first priority is to take his children to Disneyland.

The City of Grand Junction will begin construction on the Horizon Drive and G Road roundabout project on April 7th — Sunroc Corporation will stage route information, install signage, and set up a temporary roundabout with single-lane detours that will affect traffic until the project is completed in October.

Mesa County Health and Human Services staff planted blue pinwheels outside their building this morning—marking Child Abuse Prevention Month and reminding everyone to work together to keep children safe while the garden stays on display throughout April.

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.

The Unlikely Candidates Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Enjoy live music with The Unlikely Candidates and special guests Hillbilly Riot.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cinco De Mayo Street Dance

6-10 p.m. — Downtown Grand Junction — Free entry — Dance the night away with Candace Vargas and NortherN 505 at this lively celebration.