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Grand Junction
Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Food Bank of Rockies held its third annual 'A Night With(out)' event in Grand Junction to let guests choose meals on a budget and simulate food insecurity challenges; officials note 1 in 8 on the Western Slope and 1 in 7 in Mesa County face hunger + urge community support. KKCO 11
- ➤ Four centenarians at The Fountains were celebrated on March 25 with a party featuring gold tiaras and sashes reading “100 — Fabulous” and a group cake. The residents credited humor, routine and family visits for their long lives at the Hilltop-assisted living community. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grand Valley residents can drop off old instruments at Roper Music (1224 N. 25th St.) through Sunday to support the Bringing Music to Life donation drive, which refurbs instruments for Title I school music programs facing budget cuts. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ City and water officials in Grand Junction and across the Grand Valley warn that rapid drought conditions from low snowpack and early runoff may lead to water shortages this summer. They urge residents to conserve water to sustain domestic and agricultural needs. KJCT
- ➤ City & water officials in Grand Junction warned that worsening drought conditions due to record low snowpack and early runoff will strain water supplies as summer approaches, urging residents to conserve water for daily and agricultural needs. KKCO 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new state agreement lets Parks and Wildlife work with DHSEM to support backcountry search and rescue emergencies, and Mesa County SAR said local response remains unchanged while veteran volunteer Rasmussen criticized the plan (claiming no key groups were consulted). Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mesa County health officials reported 158 flu hospitalizations and 38 respiratory outbreaks since Oct. 1, 2025—mostly at schools, childcare centers and assisted living facilities. They advise residents to stay home when sick, wash their hands often and speak with a healthcare provider about vaccinations. KKCO 11
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction HVAC expert Jose Anon from Around the Clock advises residents to change air filters frequently as warmer weather boosts AC usage to avoid costly repairs; filters may need changing monthly (repairs can cost $500 to a full replacement) based on dust levels. KKCO 11
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Ascent at Salt Flats development was awarded $1.9M in Prop 123 funds for 144 rental units for households earning 30 to 70% AMI (northeast of the intersection of Interstate 70 Business Loop and 28 Road). State officials announced the award as part of a larger housing plan statewide. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Mesa hired former CSU assistant Ken DeWeese as the new men's basketball coach. He brings over 20 years of coaching experience and will lead a team that finished 21-11 and made the NCAA Tournament. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The LOST JUNCTION BAND with Izzy Burns
7-11:30 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of live country music with The LOST JUNCTION BAND and special guest Izzy Burns.
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Grand Junction Rides & Vibes Festival 2026
5:00 PM – 1:30 AM — Grand Junction Convention Center — Visit the Rides & Vibes website for more details — Celebrate mountain biking with rides, music, and community vibes.
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