Good Day
Grand Junction
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rivers Humane Society offers Hope, a cattle dog mix recovered from 2-year-old vehicle injury, for adoption on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at Chow Down Pet Supplies at 2500 Broadway in the Redlands, and she is off-leash and suited for a calm home (no toddlers or energetic pets). KJCT
- ➤ At Veterans Memorial Cemetery, community members, elected officials and military representatives gathered today for the 25th Memorial Day ceremony honoring the fallen. The event featured wreath laying, gun salutes and speeches — a time for families and veterans to remember their loved ones. KKCO 11
- ➤ At the Veterans Memorial Cemetery of Western Colorado, community members, local officials, and veterans gathered today for the 25th Memorial Day ceremony, featuring wreath laying, gun salutes, and speeches honoring soldiers who served the nation. KJCT
- ➤ Veterans received tribute on Memorial Day at the 2026 Junior College World Series in Grand Junction. Michael Gear, a veteran of Desert Shield and Desert Storm—transported by a CareFlight helicopter—joined fellow service members in a flag walkout to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice. KKCO 11
- ➤ The Mesa County Fair will hold its annual golf tournament June 5 at Chipeta Golf Course with registration starting at 7 a.m. and play ending at 2 p.m.; fees of $125 per person or $400 per team will support the fair, 4-H and Future Farmers of America. KKCO 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Grand Valley Micro Farms grows microgreens indoors year-round using hand planting techniques that deliver nutrient-packed produce in just 10 to 12 days. The farm (partnered with a local Business Incubator for five years) now supplies fresh harvests to local markets and grocery stores. KJCT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction High School graduate Cameron Kirkegaard will receive a national scholarship ($10,000) at the News and Documentary Emmys in New York City on Thursday, May 27 while he prepares to study film production at New York University. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Multiple road projects will affect Grand Junction traffic this week, with closures on Crosby Avenue between W. Main (for detours) and American Way, on 25 Rd near Blichmann and Waite Aves, and on other streets as city and CDOT crews work on improvements. City of Grand Junction
- ➤ Mandatory chronic wasting disease testing will apply this season to elk harvested under select rifle hunt codes as part of Colorado Parks and Wildlife's ongoing plan to monitor the disease. Hunters can review the 2026 big game brochure for details (testing is free). Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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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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