Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 19th of April.
Good morning, Grand Junction.
🎓 Education
On Thursday morning, April 16 at Mesa County Fairgrounds, the Exceptional Rodeo paired School District 51 special education students with members of the CMU rodeo team for hands-on roping and animal interactions.
Organizers said the event celebrates community heritage + fosters learning among participants.
🏛️ Government
The Grand Junction Main Post Office (241 N.
Fourth St.) is hosting a Passport Fair on Saturday, April 25 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome and passport photo services cost $15 on site.
The Club 20 Spring Conference held Saturday at the Grand Junction Convention Center featured U.S. Rep. Jeff Hurd and other officials discussing energy, water and wildfire concerns, as well as federal steps to address drought-related challenges.
🏥 Health
The Western Colorado Hearing Clinic expanded into Glenwood Springs at 218 Center Dr. The clinic offers $500 off premium hearing aids through May 29 and builds on its Grand Junction base (established 2012).
Dan Wegelin was seriously injured after a cow struck him during trail work at Confluence Park in Delta.
After two weeks in intensive care and ongoing physical therapy, he is shifting to a bike-centered career by enrolling in a certification course and adaptive trail-building classes.
🏈 Sports
Grand Junction High School girls lacrosse team defeated rival Fruita Monument 10-3 at Community Hospital Unity Field.
Junior Alexis Campbell led with three goals and two assists, earning the team its fourth win in five games.
🎉 Grand Junction Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Cryptic Writings Tribute Concert
8-11 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to the thrilling hits of Megadeth performed live by a talented tribute band from Colorado.
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