Good morning, Grand Junction.

Today, Grand Junction resident Dawn Weight, who has been in a wheelchair since collapsing in March, got a temporary ramp built by the local fire department (led by Captain Kurt Winger and his Station 2 C Shift Crew) to help her safely enter and exit her home.

Weight said the new ramp has boosted her independence while she works to secure funds for a permanent solution.

The City of Grand Junction will celebrate National Bike Month in May by partnering with local groups to host events such as the Monument Trail Ribbon Cutting on May 2 (5 p.m.) and Bike to Work Day on May 16 (7-9 a.m. at City Hall) while offering free bike safety resources online.

The City of Grand Junction is hosting the Southwest Arbor Fest today at Lincoln Park from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event will feature food trucks, craft beer, live shows, tree-related activities, and hazardous waste recycling (with Mesa County support via Alpine Bank and Save-A-Tree).

On April 24 at 10:30 a.m., officers stopped a car on the 500 Block of Reed Mesa Drive for suspicious activity; when the driver (38-year-old Kevin Anderson) fled on foot and barricaded himself in a nearby home, SWAT and Mesa County Sheriff's officers responded, issued a shelter-in-place notification, and arrested him along with 38-year-old Gabriel Martinez on outstanding warrants.

Grand Junction police arrested three drivers for DUI in less than six hours—first, Cody Neal was stopped on Thursday near North 23rd Street and Elm Avenue for speeding and failing to stop at a stop sign; next, Emilio Suazo was arrested early Friday after a single-vehicle crash where fentanyl was found; and finally, Kyce Santiago was arrested at around 4:30 a.m. following a hit-and-run collision that damaged a yard and a power pole.

Mesa View Elementary held a ceremony Friday afternoon to honor its status as a U.S. Department of Education National Blue Ribbon School and Principal Stacey Cohen received the Terrel H.

Bell award for leadership. Only four schools statewide earned the honor among over 350 nationwide — with just two being elementary schools.

Colorado Mesa University will host a debate on Tuesday at 5:30 pm about moving federal agencies like the BLM away from Washington—two former agency leaders will share their views after Rep. Jeff Hurd introduced a bill to return the BLM headquarters to Grand Junction.

Today, Mesa County Public Health is hosting a measles, mumps and rubella vaccine clinic from 9 a.m. to noon at its Grand Junction office on 510 29 1/2 Road — it offers low- and no-cost options for people 12 months and older and for babies 6 months or older traveling in outbreak areas — following reports of four measles cases statewide as of April 25.

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.

Wild Horse Gravel Cycling Event

8:00 a.m. — The High Lonesome Ranch — Registration fee applies — Experience a unique blend of competitive cycling and rustic relaxation in the high desert.

A Taste of Ireland

7:30-10 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Not specified — Experience electrifying Irish music and dance starring world champions in a captivating celebration of Celtic culture.

9th Annual Rods & Hogs Classic Car and Motorcycle Show

10 AM – 5 PM — Teddy Morse's Grand Junction Harley-Davidson, BMW, KTM — $10 per vehicle — Experience the roar of engines and enjoy food, music, and prizes at this community-centric event.