Good morning, Grand Junction.

Two nine-week-old sister puppies, Flora and Fauna, are available for adoption at Mesa County Animal Services as part of Adopt-A-Shelter Pet Day from April 30 through May 3 in Whitewater—adopters are encouraged to use behavior training to help them settle in.

Animal shelters prepare for kitten season as warmer weather brings more litters and strains foster networks — experts advise residents to call before intervening and let mother cats care for their young unless kittens appear injured.

Community support through fostering and donations is key to managing the surge.

On July 4, 1912, Grand Junction celebrated the arrival of fresh mountain water from Kannah Creek after years of murky river water and legal disputes over water rights.

The new system, built after extensive planning, remains the city’s primary high-quality water source.

At the VFW Post 3981’s Stand Down and Resource Fair held Friday at the One Source building, local veterans received food, clothes, haircuts and other services from groups like the Colorado Division of Veterans Affairs + Catholic Outreach.

The biannual event supports veterans with ongoing outreach, including weekly coffee gatherings.

Wind and open burning likely sparked a small wildland fire near D 3/4 Road & Dike Road Tuesday afternoon; firefighters deployed a drone to locate and contain the blaze on less than one acre with no injuries reported.

Local bookstores in Grand Junction host giveaways and games today for Independent Bookstore Day.

Grand Valley Books and Out West Books offer curated selections (reflecting local reading tastes) and celebrate the independent spirit fueling community culture.

GJT is set to see a record number of seasonal flights that will offer more options to locals connecting with vacation spots and family.

Airlines will expand service and use a new search tool on the airport website to help passengers find deals before summer travel begins.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife updated its map of collared wolf activity tracked from March 24 to April 21 — most recent movements stayed in northwestern Colorado away from urban centers and are expected to slow during the denning season.

Historic drought and early runoff have forced Western Slope producers in the Grand Valley to adjust irrigation practices to focus on tree health over fruit yield as supplies may run short by early August.

State engineers (warning of curtailments) say water rights procedures will allocate limited flows.

CDOT officials urge drivers in Grand Junction work zones during construction season to take turns merging + use all lanes until the merge point, which may boost traffic flow by up to 40%; they emphasize these steps as part of National Work Zone Awareness Week.

During Alcohol Awareness Month, Porch Light Health (the local recovery clinic) in Grand Junction warns that alcohol causes more deaths than other drugs and that withdrawal symptoms can be very severe.

The clinic offers personalized recovery programs to help locals overcome addiction and urges individuals to seek treatment promptly.

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.