Good morning, Grand Junction.

The 23rd annual Home Loan Taste of the Grand Valley fundraiser for United Way of Mesa County will be held Friday, May 2nd from 4-7 p.m. at the Historic Lowell School Building—ticket prices start at $40 and may rise to $45 at the door.

The outdoor event will offer food and drink samples, live music and activities from 15 local vendors to support 43 nonprofit programs.

The Mesa County Coroner’s Office identified two victims — 86-year-old Linda Cabler and her 67-year-old daughter Carynne Cabler — who died in a residential fire on Gunnison Avenue last Wednesday after firefighters arrived at 9:46 a.m. and transported them to a local hospital.

A Colorado man was sentenced to life in prison without parole after he stabbed his wife to death on April 18—jurors found 44-year-old Daniel Krug guilty of first-degree murder, two counts of stalking, and criminal impersonation after he had posed as her ex-boyfriend.

A Colorado man, Daniel Krug, was convicted of murdering his wife Kristil after stalking her while pretending to be an ex-boyfriend—he was sentenced to life in prison without parole after the jury found him guilty on April 18.

Social Security kept its lease at 825 N.

Crest Drive after canceling plans to end it in June — leaving its long-term use of the building in question. Property owner Doug Stevenson said he now awaits talks with federal officials — as the agency weighs its future steps.

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.

Dwight Yoakam in Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $85.00 - $175.00 + fees — Experience live music from a legendary country artist with multiple Grammy awards and a rich album history.

Grand Junction Rides & Vibes

3:00 PM – 10:30 PM — Downtown Grand Junction — Donations encouraged — Enjoy a blend of mountain biking and music while supporting local youth initiatives.

Kite Day 2025

10 AM – 3 PM — Sherwood Park Playground — Free for the whole family — Experience the joy of kiting with activities and goodie bags for kids.

The Garcia Project Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Tickets required — Experience a faithful tribute to classic Jerry Garcia Band performances from 1976-1995.

Gang of Four Farewell Tour

7-8:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Tickets available — Experience the iconic debut album 'Entertainment!' live as Gang of Four bids farewell on their last North American tour.