Good morning, Grand Junction.

A tour bus carrying Colorado students caught fire near mile marker 101 on State Route 191 early Friday due to a mechanical issue + the driver evacuated the students safely, and a replacement bus was sent by the San Juan County School District to transport them to a junior high in Moab.

Terra Energy Partners agreed to pay $41.7 million to settle a class-action lawsuit by 1,600 mineral royalty owners, including Mesa County residents, over claims of unreasonable royalty deductions— a federal district judge will hold a hearing on Aug.

1 in Denver to decide on final approval.

Grand Junction Police are investigating a death in a Clifton home where officers found a woman with physical trauma and a man with a likely self-inflicted gunshot wound—detectives say no suspects are being sought as the Mesa County Coroner’s Office prepares to notify next-of-kin before confirming the causes.

Colorado Mesa University will confer 1,668 degrees on May 17th during two ceremonies while Mesa County Valley School District 51 plans to celebrate about 1,410 high school graduates over the coming days — including an increase of 80 seniors at Grand Junction High School.

A report from the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education shows that 2025 could yield the largest high school class in years before numbers drop through 2041.

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.

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.

40 Oz to Freedom: A Tribute to Sublime

8-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — All ages welcome — Experience the energetic tribute to Sublime by the award-winning band 40 Oz to Freedom.

Ninety Percent 90s

8-11 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Cover charge TBD — Covering the best and worst hits of the 90s with 100% awesome vibes.

Clyde McGee with Eric Mocko Live

8 PM — Mesa Theater — Free venue parking — Enjoy a night of live music returning to Grand Junction with Clyde McGee and special guest Eric Mocko.

Rock Junction

9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Grand Junction Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram — Entry fee varies — Explore a plethora of automotive innovations and network with industry professionals.

Cheap Trick Concert

7-11 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — Ticket information available — Experience classic rock tunes from the legendary Cheap Trick band.