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Grand Junction
Friday, May 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction gears up for Bike Month 2025 with several events planned for May — including Bicycle and Pedestrian Counts on May 3rd, 6th, and 8th, a Bike to Work Day on May 16th at City Hall, and a Monument Trail Ribbon Cutting on May 20th at Lunch Loops Trail Head. Parks & Recreation will host an Intro to Mountain Biking class on May 4th for kids ages 9 to 12. KKCO 11
- ➤ Gear Junction is getting ready for the Grand Valley River Fest on May 17 in partnership with several nonprofits + Save-A-Life Jacket Program, RiversEdge West, River Rescue Dynamics and Grand Junction Adventures. SUP yoga will begin at 9:30 a.m. at Las Colonias Butterfly Pond, and live music, food trucks, a cornhole tournament plus a beer garden will follow. KJCT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Seven individuals were arrested in Garfield County after a years-long investigation linked them to drug trafficking near a middle school in Glenwood Springs — officials seized over 200 fentanyl pills, three pounds of cocaine, four pounds of methamphetamine and one firearm in a search — and the group, led by 44-year-old Sindy Liliana Vasquez Martinez and 24-year-old Osbaldo Ramirez-Andrade, operated between Frisco and Rifle, facing multiple charges. KKCO 11
- ➤ Authorities arrested seven people in a coordinated operation to stop a drug trafficking ring accused of selling meth, fentanyl and other drugs along the Interstate 70 corridor; an investigation—which lasted 16 months and involved SPEAR, the DEA and other agencies—resulted in charges including drug conspiracy and firearm possession. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Mesa County law enforcement and the District Attorney’s Office worked together to lower property crime and reduce felony filings even as violent crime trends varied in recent years. District Attorney Dan Rubinstein said programs such as Fast Track and the Multi Agency Collaboration—used to help offenders get treatment—have been key to keeping our community safe. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Mesa University awarded $10.7 million in scholarships on May 1 to about 380 local graduates from five District 51 schools — Fruita Monument High received over $4 million, Grand Junction High got roughly $3 million, Palisade High received around $2.3 million, Central High got nearly $950 thousand, and Caprock Academy received over $400 thousand. KKCO 11
- ➤ Mesa County Valley School District 51 recognized 188 students who maintained a cumulative GPA of 4.0 or higher over all four years of high school at a ceremony held last week at the Grand Junction Convention Center—schools represented included Central, Fruita Monument, Grand Junction, Palisade, Grand River Academy and Mesa Valley Community School. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Central High School held its second annual military signing day on Wednesday to honor nine students enlisting in the armed forces + four signed with the Army, three with the Marines, one with the Air Force and one with the National Guard; families and peers gathered to show their support. KKCO 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado lawmakers are reviewing Senate bill 25-276 called Protect Civil Rights Immigration Status, which would stop ICE from entering private areas of detention centers to keep protections in place for undocumented individuals. Teller County Sheriff Jason Mikesell warned the rule could force federal agents to operate outside secure zones—raising safety concerns for local law enforcement and neighborhoods. KJCT
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jason Boland & The Stragglers Concert
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with Jason Boland & The Stragglers as they showcase their new album and celebrated career.
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