Good Day
Grand Junction
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Scout Dylan Hand, 17, launched a pet toy donation drive at Petco + Chow Down Pet Supplies + Roice-Hurst Humane Society to support shelter animals and earn his eagle rank; donations will be accepted on an ongoing basis. KKCO 11
- ➤ On Friday, local golfers gathered at Bookcliff County Club for the first annual Mia Strong Golf Classic, which raised funds for an inclusive playground and enhancements at Holy Catholic School (inspired by four-year-old Mia Celayeta, who lives with AMC disorder). KJCT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Art Center of Western Colorado is raising $250,000 through its TLC for TAC campaign to update its building — including roof repairs, exterior repainting, lighting and new art installations — to support arts groups. About one third of the funds have been raised at 1803 N. Seventh St. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city announced several traffic projects beginning this week — lane restrictions on 24 Rd, a Crosby Ave closure until September, and temporary closures on other streets with detours in place. Drivers should allow extra travel time and follow posted directions. City of Grand Junction
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mesa County Public Health named Dr. Kathryn Spangler its new Medical Director starting June 1 to guide infectious disease response and reproductive health services (replacing retiring Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald). Mesa County
- ➤ The American Red Cross of Western Colorado will host blood drives from May 20 to 22 at Gypsum Rec Center, Grand Junction West Stake Center, and Eagle County Paramedic Services to boost local blood supplies. Donors can track donations on the Red Cross app (which shows where blood is used). KKCO 11
- ➤ Mesa County Public Health Department issued a food safety alert Monday about Straus Family Creamery ice cream that might contain metal fragments sold in Mesa County and advised buyers to check freezers for best by dates (Dec. 23 to Dec. 30) and discard any affected products. KKCO 11
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction city council reviewed a draft housing action plan on May 18 calling for 6,937 new units by 2036 to meet rising demand after COVID's cost spikes. The city invested $12 million to build apartments and smaller homes and offers down payment help (for first time buyers). KKCO 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The JUCO World Series starts this weekend with a rich local history dating back to 1959 at Suplizio Field + memorable moments include future MLB stars and the annual Hawaiian night tradition. KJCT
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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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