Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of June.
Good morning, Grand Junction.
Anne Wenzel retires as president and CEO at Western Colorado Community Foundation after a 25-year tenure at the end of this year.
The foundation, which manages $211 million in assets and awards nearly $9.5 million in grants annually, is planning its leadership transition for the next chapter.
On Sunday, Mesa County Search and Rescue rescued a climber from the Threads route in Unaweep Canyon after the climber reported heat and minor medical issues; the climber later hiked back to the trailhead where Gateway Unaweep District provided follow-up care.
Fire crews have been containing a brush fire on I-70 at mile marker 13 in Loma since Thursday and drivers are urged to avoid the area as they face potential traffic delays.
Firefighters are battling the Beehive Fire—showing flare-ups from embers as 105 crews secure its edges—and the 52-acre, 20 percent contained Paradox Trail Fire, where 84 crews use air attacks and firelines to slow spread as temporary flight restrictions keep aircraft out.
Mesa County Public Health has extended the No Burn Advisory until further notice as Stage 1 Fire Restrictions take effect today with only permitted agricultural burns allowed after an onsite sheriff’s inspection.
Hot and dry conditions have raised fire risk.
Glade Park residents gathered to engage with Mesa County Commissioners at a well-attended town hall.
Attendees asked questions and shared concerns while county leaders explained services and projects (future town halls will be announced).
Colorado Department of Transportation officials warned teen drivers about road safety after data showed a record high in traffic fatalities among youth with 86 killed last year.
They stressed the importance of obeying speed limits and wearing seatbelts (a key measure in preventing injuries) during the busy summer driving season.
Local fans gathered at Monarca Taqueria & Cantina in Clifton today to watch Mexico win 2 to 0 in a World Cup match, and the restaurant will host another watch party at 7 p.m. today for the USA vs Paraguay game.
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Brothers Osborne Concert
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Wynonna Judd Live Concert
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