Good morning, Grand Junction.

The I’m a Survivor Fashion Show returns Saturday at 6:30 p.m. at Absolute Prestige Ranch in Loma to benefit Grand Valley Oncology at Community Hospital — the event will feature themed looks from local boutiques, a cocktail hour, and fundraising efforts for cancer care.

Central High School teacher Noelle Westcott received a $1,000 STEM Research Grant & kits from the Society for Science to support real-world experiments in physics, biology, and river dynamics today.

The funding also helps advance a partnership with local universities for college-level courses.

New Way Refillery offers a refill program for soap and cleaning supplies downtown as Earth Day spotlights waste reduction.

Customers can bring their own bottles + use provided ones to buy only the needed amount, cutting single-use plastic waste.

The U.S. Forest Service secured 80 acres in Montrose County to protect the popular Buck Trail from private development and maintain safe recreation + fire mitigation in the area.

Funded by the Land and Water Conservation Fund, the site will be managed for multiple uses.

On Tuesday, Apr. 21, the Colorado House passed Alyssa's Youth Concussion and Mental Health Protect Act (SB26-60), requiring youth coaches to complete a biennial mental health training course through CHASSA.

The bill will take effect Aug. 12 to help coaches spot concussion-related struggles.

CDOT fire crews conduct monthly drills at the Eisenhower and Hanging Lake tunnels to practice confined-space emergency protocols using new equipment (including a pumper truck) and techniques to manage fires and evacuate drivers in Glenwood Canyon.

The training reassures drivers by ensuring quick responses during tunnel emergencies.

Jeana Brown and Victor Carreras from the Mesa County Department of Human Services received statewide awards for their work in workforce development at the Workforce Center, 512 29½ Road — honors given during Denver’s Career Services Summit Apr.

7-9 — marking a milestone for local employment efforts.

Grand Junction’s central post office will host a passport fair on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 241 N.

Fourth St. to help families cut 3-4 week wait times with three clerks processing appointments and walk-ins (15-minute processing if paperwork is ready).

On April 22, the River Hawks received a community send-off at River City Sportplex as fans and first responders cheered them before their trip; they will face the P.A.L.

Jr. Islanders Friday at Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls.

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.

Turnpike Troubadours Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $45.50 - $145.50 + fees — Experience a vibrant evening with the acclaimed country-rock band delivering their latest music.

Coloradoscape with Natives Conference

8 AM – 5 PM — University Center, Grand Junction, CO — $65-$100 — Explore native plant horticulture and conservation with expert speakers and optional plant walks.