Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of June.
Good morning, Grand Junction.
Local boxing club founded three months ago by David Johnson offers young fighters a chance to build discipline and self-confidence with coaches who note clear improvements.
The club seeks donations to secure a permanent space (with equipment and a ring) as it expands its community impact.
City officials sold over 1,000 annual memberships for the new Community Recreation Center in the first week of pass sales that began on June 8 at a temporary trailer (2836 Recreation Way).
The center will open later this year with tours planned soon.
The Fruita Farmers Market opened Saturday morning at the Civic Center grounds with about 80 vendors offering fresh produce and crafts.
It will run every Saturday (8:30 a.m.–noon) through October to support local businesses and community programs.
Early Saturday, Colorado Parks and Wildlife and Mesa County Sheriff's Office responded to 5 a.m. calls of a black bear roaming neighborhoods south of I-70 East.
Officers tranquilized and relocated the animal to Grand Mesa habitat — ensuring public safety.
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins directed Forest Service employees on June 11 to streamline cattle grazing on public lands + the change aims to expand access and ease delays for ranchers, with local producer Janie VanWinkle already supporting improved agency coordination.
Grand Valley Boxing Club was founded three months ago by David Johnson to train his son and now offers training for young fighters.
Coaches say the gym builds confidence and plans to raise funds for a permanent space, a ring (and improved equipment).
Anthony Gomes Concert
8-11 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Ticketed event — Experience a live performance by renowned artist Anthony Gomes in Grand Junction.
LANCO Concert
8-11 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of country music with LANCO in a lively venue.
Brothers Osborne Concert
7:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $35.50 - $95.50 + fees — Experience the award-winning duo merge classic and progressive country music with special guest Cassidy Daniels.
Wynonna Judd Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $49.50 - $299.50 + fees — Experience the powerful vocals of Wynonna Judd as she performs her classic hits.
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