Good morning, Grand Junction.

Saturday, over 100 campers were evacuated near Mack due to the Snyder Fire, which burned over 28,000 acres and claimed three firefighters, with local teams (including Grand Valley Transit and Search and Rescue) moving 123 evacuees out of Mesa County.

The Gold Mountain Fire in Ouray County remains at 4,276 acres with zero containment, sparking mandatory evacuations and the use of Ridgeway Secondary School as an emergency shelter.

State, federal, and air crews are fighting the blaze (local officials urge residents in affected areas to leave early if needed).

Extreme fire weather continues today as a Fire Weather Watch runs from noon until 8 p.m. across Western Colorado and Eastern Utah + heavy smoke lowers air quality in Grand Junction.

Local officials urge no outdoor burning and advise residents to limit time outside amid gusty winds and thick smoke from active wildfires.

Residents and travelers in western Colorado and Utah faced thick wildfire smoke and road closures today — some reported breathing problems and delays, with fire crews battling flames as three firefighters lost their lives.

Mesa County Public Health warns of an air quality alert today as wildfire smoke from the Snyder Mesa and other fires poses risks to vulnerable groups (children, older adults, and those with respiratory conditions), prompting residents to close windows, limit outdoor activities, and set HVAC systems to recirculate.

Grand Junction’s Union Depot reached a $1 million funding milestone with grants from the State Historical Fund and matching contributions from the Downtown Development Authority, and authentic restoration work begins when a trailer of historical roof tiles arrives on Monday.

Additional donations and grants are needed to finish the project by 2027.

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.

Lee Brice Live Concert

7-9 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — Tickets available — Experience the heartfelt country music of Lee Brice in an intimate setting.

Mike Ippolito Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Cruise Control Kitchen & Cellar — Check website for cost — Mike Ippolito returns for an evening of music paired with delicious food and cocktails.

Hugh Phillips Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Tickets available — Experience the high-energy country sounds and storytelling of rising artist Hugh Phillips.

Ian Munsick Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $45.50 - $75.50 + fees — Experience the soaring sounds and heartfelt storytelling of Wyoming's own Ian Munsick as he performs live.