Good morning, Grand Junction.

City officials and the Grand Valley Irrigation Company cut a ribbon to mark the completion of a new sidewalk along Patterson Road, offering residents a safe walking, biking, and wheelchair path from Pomona Elementary School to Mesa Mall (designed to separate pedestrians from fast-moving traffic).

Carter resident Judy Hertz has been recognized this month as NonStop Local’s Good Samaritan for leading a food donation program that helps people in her community.

After a successful carnival and raffle in February, the Grand Junction Lions Club pledged community funds.

On June 30 at Warehouse 25Sixty-five, it granted $52,480 to five local organizations (including Mesa Youth Services and Museums of Western Colorado) as part of a $120,000 donation for community projects this year.

Fires continued to burn on Colorado’s western slope as teams fought near Ouray, Grand Junction, and Dolores to protect homes and property.

A community meeting about the Gold Mountain Fire was held Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Ridgway Elementary School to update residents on evolving conditions + future plans.

The Snyder Fire grew about 200 acres overnight near Glade Park as 133 firefighters + additional crews worked to contain the blaze that remains at 30,209 acres with zero containment.

Fire managers say rising winds and heat may challenge efforts today.

Colorado State Patrol trooper Gabriel Moltrer advised that drivers keep windows closed, use recirculated air, and slow down when passing through wildfire areas.

He urged residents to equip vehicles with a fire extinguisher — a safeguard against heavy smoke — and check for damage after passing active fire lines.

Mesa County stage two fire restrictions remain in place ahead of July 4, banning open flames and fireworks on all county land.

Fruita canceled its fireworks show on July 3 for a drone show on July 2, and Grand Junction delayed its display in respect for fallen firefighters.

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.