Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of June.
Good morning, Grand Junction.
🏘️ Community
Grand Junction Parks and Recreation opened its summer facilities and programs today, with pools—Lincoln Park Pool, Orchard Mesa Pool, and Palisade Pool—camps, playgrounds, trails, and renovated park spaces like Columbine Park.
Families are encouraged to explore these free outdoor offerings to stay active and enjoy the season.
Happy Little Rescue opened its charity store, Happy Little Finds, at the shelter on 2527 W.
Pinyon Ave. today. The volunteer-run shop, open Friday through Monday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., sells items (clothes, pet supplies and wedding dresses) that fund care for rescue and sanctuary animals.
The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office held its annual Glow N Games fundraiser Saturday night and raised over $20,000 for Special Olympics Colorado, exceeding its $10,000 goal.
The event brought together first responders, Special Olympics athletes and local residents for a glow in the dark 5K and firefighter challenges.
The Mesa County Sheriff’s Office raised over $20,000 for Special Olympics Colorado during its annual Glow N Games fundraiser Saturday night.
The event featured a glow in the dark 5K, firefighter competitions, and family activities (doubling its $10,000 goal) and built strong bonds among first responders, athletes, and community members.
🌲 Environment
Grand Junction’s new nonprofit Dark Sky GJ, launched in March, is working to reduce light pollution by educating residents and monitoring local lighting practices — a move backed by city leaders who are adopting energy-efficient updates to save money.
Community volunteers can help protect our night skies.
On Saturday, Mesa County deputies — along with Colorado Parks and Wildlife — tranquilized a bear that had jumped between backyards on Beverly Lane near Maxwell Drive.
The bear was safely relocated to Grand Mesa as officials thanked local residents for their help.
📰 Finance
Reports show statewide home insurance premiums top $4,000, while rates in the Grand Valley (including Grand Junction, Palisade, Clifton, and Fruita) remain below $2,200.
Experts said fewer severe weather events keep local claims low and help stabilize prices amid rising costs elsewhere.
🎉 Grand Junction Events
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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.
Cactus Paint Night
6-8 p.m. — Cruise Control Kitchen and Cellar — $15 event fee — Paint your own cactus-themed ceramics in a fun pottery night.
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