Good Day
Grand Junction
Thursday, July 17th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Bureau of Investigation is investigating a possible murder-suicide in Grass Mesa after deputies responded on July 12 to a domestic violence call that led to the discovery of 53-year-old Melinda Rose and 46-year-old Ryan Rose dead, with authorities investigating her death as homicide and his as suicide—two firearms were recovered at the scene. KJCT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Turner Gulch wildfire neared 14,000 acres on the Western Slope— a nearby fire at Wright Draw reached 448 acres as firefighters built containment lines and closed roads along Highway 141 near Gateway. Fire crews worked under hot, dry conditions and held a community meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the Gateway Community Center to update residents on safety measures. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ Wildfire crews in Western Colorado are battling five fires that expanded overnight and will grow today as wind gusts between 20 and 25 mph make containment more difficult while new evacuation orders have been issued for Highway 141 with residents directed to seek shelter at the Clifton Community Center. A community meeting to update on the Turner Gulch and Wright Draw fires is scheduled for 6 p.m. tonight at the Gateway Community Center. KKCO 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wildfire smoke from nearby fires has made air quality in Mesa County unhealthy, and people with asthma, heart disease, older adults, children, and pregnant people are urged to limit outdoor activity. Mesa County Public Health advises residents to check air quality updates online and to keep windows closed—using air filters as needed. Mesa County
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Colorado Riverfront Concert Series
7 PM - 1 AM — James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park — Donations appreciated — Experience a night of live music with Julian Marley and the Uprising supporting trail maintenance efforts.
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Rosé Wine Tasting
1-2:30 p.m. — 626 on Rood — $95 per person inclusive — Explore delightful Rosé wines paired with a special 4-course tasting menu.
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Keep Flying Live at Mesa Theater
7-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — All ages — Experience high-energy punk rock with horns from Keep Flying and support from Backhand.
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Public Fittings for Custom Hearing Protection
July 26-27 — 5013 Tactical — Cost varies — Explore personalized hearing protection solutions in Grand Junction.
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Thursday Night Concert Series
7:30 p.m. — Civic Center Park and Pavilion — Free entry — Enjoy a mix of live performances featuring local and international acts across various genres.
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Jo Dee Messina Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $40.00 - $75.00 + fees — Experience powerful vocals and chart-topping hits from country music's trailblazer Jo Dee Messina.
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Grand Junction - Whiskey Blending Workshop with Westland Distillery
6:30-8:30 p.m. — SoCo Social House — Tickets start at $1.00 — Craft your own American Single Malt Whiskey with expert guidance from Westland Distillery.
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Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country
7-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Tickets starting at $80 — Experience a night of Cosmic Country music with Daniel Donato in Grand Junction.
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Leftover Salmon and The Infamous Stringdusters Concert
6-7:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $35.50 - $91 — Experience progressive bluegrass from two iconic bands on a summer evening.
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The String Cheese Incident Live Performance
6:15-7:45 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $55.00 - $85.00 — Experience the innovative and philanthropic spirit of The String Cheese Incident in an unforgettable live show.
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