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Grand Junction
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Despite freeze concerns, growers report that most peaches in Palisade are thriving due to effective frost protection + careful water management, and the first peaches will hit stands around June 7 to 10. They advise customers to buy early as water issues may shorten the season. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local throwers Isaac Baca and Haydn Bunnell earned state championship honors in track and field this weekend (each advanced through separate events to finish at the top). Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ The Tigers' boys lacrosse team lost 10-9 to the Cougars in the Class 4A state semifinals at Peter Barton Stadium — the team struggled in the third quarter after taking an early lead, ending their quest for a first championship appearance. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Colorado Mesa University baseball coach Chris Hanks said the Mavericks (Mavs) posted a 15-5 win over St. Mary’s at The Diamond at Hamilton Ballpark on Saturday, advancing them to the NCAA Division II South Central Super Regional next weekend. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Border collie Brink! clinched gold in Individual All-Around and silver in Individual Agility at the World Agility Championship in Valencia, Spain last week with trainer Kaitlyn Rohr. The duo competed internationally from April 27 to May 3 — marking a milestone for First Class Dog Agility. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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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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Richrath Project REO Celebration
6-9 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Ticket info unavailable — Celebrate the music of REO Speedwagon in beautiful Grand Junction.
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Kid Fest 2026
12-6 p.m. — Mesa County Fairgrounds — $5 adult entry, $25 kid wristbands — Experience a vibrant family-friendly festival filled with games, music, and activities for kids.
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