Good morning, Grand Junction.

Mesa County Libraries is celebrating its 125th anniversary with a partnership with Whitewater Hill Vineyards to release commemorative wines Well Read and Grape Expectations that will fund library improvements and programs.

Community members can enjoy a scavenger hunt, live music, food and crafts at Discovery Garden from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 2.

Gaia, an 11-month-old hound mix in a foster home with other dogs and two cats, is looking for a forever home.

The Grand Rivers Humane Society will host an adoption event Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Chow Down (2500 Broadway).

A Grand Junction resident warned others when her 16-year-old dog suffered severe burns from lingering hot campfire coals near 21 Road earlier this month—fire officials stress even inactive fires can stay dangerously hot if not properly doused, and the pet's recovery may take up to a year.

The City of Grand Junction’s Q1 sales tax collections are 4.8% higher than last year, with March up nearly 7.5% compared to March 2025.

Chief Financial Officer Jay Valentine and City Manager Mike Bennett expect strong growth will help meet budget goals despite rising gas + energy costs.

High school graduates joined the military by taking their oath at Western Slope Vietnam War Memorial Park in Fruita on Saturday (the Western Slope Blue Star Mothers hosted the event as families and veterans gathered to mark the milestone).

Colorado Parks and Wildlife and the Colorado Department of Agriculture are hosting a five-day range rider training course at the Grand Junction Convention Center from April 27 through May 1 to teach riders to reduce livestock conflict with wolves (15 riders have been contracted for 2026).

Redlands Water and Power is urging customers to conserve water amid growing drought concerns, suggesting measures like watering early and taking shorter showers (conditions are worse than 2002).

The utility warns that if current habits persist, lower canal water levels may be needed soon.

Colorado lawmakers passed a bill changing state law to let Parks and Wildlife fine first-time offenders up to $200 for leaving uncovered garbage that may attract bears (penalties increase for later offenses and the measure awaits Senate review).

Gaia is an 11-month-old hound mix living in a foster home with other dogs and cats + she will be available for adoption at Chow Down, 2500 Broadway this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through the Grand Rivers Humane Society.

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.