Good Day
Grand Junction
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rez Vet, a Grand Junction nonprofit, launched its Driving Hope campaign on its first anniversary to raise funds for a van – the final piece to transport surgical equipment to tribal lands; the group has already secured the equipment and provided care both locally and on the Navajo Nation. KKCO 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Triple Play Records (38 years) celebrates this weekend with discounted vinyl, CDs, cassettes and more in downtown. General manager Matthew Cesario said the sale honors loyal customers and reflects growing interest in physical media. KJCT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction's Community Recreation Center is hiring 150 part-time workers as it prepares to open later this year, boosting local jobs. A hiring fair is held today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lincoln Park Barn & is expected to draw local talent. KKCO 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CMU Tech hosted its student film festival featuring 28 films made by nearly 80 digital filmmaking students showcasing trailers, shorts and documentaries produced over the past year — a local stage that may lead to more festival screenings. KKCO 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa County Health Department issued a food safety alert today as the milk powder recall expanded to include items from several brands using California Dairies dry milk powder. Consumers should check their products and dispose of affected items + seek medical help if symptoms of Salmonella occur. KKCO 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kaitlyn Rohr and her dog Brink returned from Spain with a world title and were honored Friday at the Western Colorado Agility Club trial at Mesa County Fairgrounds - organizers noted that spectators may watch the competition at Lions Park. KJCT
- ➤ Grand Junction High School boys lacrosse team won its first state playoff game Friday night when it beat defending champion Dakota Ridge 16-9 at Community Hospital Unity Field + on the Colorado Mesa University campus. The Tigers will play the winner of Telluride and Holy Family in the state quarterfinals on Tuesday at 2 p.m. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Native Plant Class: Grasses
8 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Lunch Loop Trailhead — Fee may apply — Explore the native and invasive grasses of Western Colorado in this informative field-based class.
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2026 State Summer Games Presented by Spectrum
June 5-7 — Colorado Mesa University — Check website for possible entry fees — Celebrate athleticism and community spirit with a weekend of Special Olympics competitions.
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Roswell Invaders vs Grand Junction
6:30-10:00 p.m. — Suplizio Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Roswell Invaders take on the local team in an exciting minor league baseball match.
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