Good morning, Grand Junction.

Former foster youth Rikki Romero was sworn in as a CASA volunteer on March 19 at the Mesa County Justice Center after completing her training; she now works to help children in foster care and encourages locals to join the program.

Grand Junction Union Depot is set to receive $624,000 from the state's Community Revitalization Tax Credit to add an Amtrak ticketing area, restaurant, and retail marketplace.

Half the main hall will remain open to the public and nonprofits (Gov. Jared Polis highlighted the project’s arts and community benefits).

Today, the Monster Truck Show returns to the Mesa County Fairgrounds with five trucks competing in races at 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Fans can join a pit party (5:30 p.m.) to meet drivers and ride one of the trucks.

Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission set a daily bag limit of two per species for trapping 17 furbearer species at its Thursday meeting in Ignacio to maintain public support, though actual take remains roughly two animals per trapper each season.

Brittany Bear (an 18-year veteran in healthcare) was appointed to the Mesa County Board of Public Health by the County Commissioners and will serve a five-year term through April 30, 2031.

The National Park Service announced changes at Blue Mesa Reservoir — Lake Fork Marina will close at 4 p.m. on July 26 with boats removed by noon on July 27, while the Elk Creek ramp becomes unsafe for launching by July 31 but stays open for hand-launch and muscle inspections remain open.

The Forest Service's National Technology and Development Program said fire shelters help protect wildland firefighters by deflecting radiant and convective heat during extreme fires.

These personal protective shelters, usually for one person (or two in a pinch), are used only when a safe exit is not possible.

The Forest Service National Technology and Development Program explained that fire shelters protect firefighters by deflecting extreme heat during wildland fires.

The one-person gear (which can fit two) is built with layers of aluminum foil, silica cloth, and fiberglass to safeguard lives when escape is not possible.

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.

Authority Zero Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Tickets available — Experience the eclectic sounds of Authority Zero blending punk, ska, reggae, and more in their energetic live show.

Cousin Curtiss

7-8:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $59.45 - $155.00 + fees — Experience the powerful voice of Trace Adkins along with his journey through music and personal stories.

Mark Wills Concert

9 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of acoustic country music with Mark Wills in a vibrant venue.

Ded - Band Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Tickets starting at $66 — Experience the unforgettable music of Ded - Band at Mesa Theater in Grand Junction.

IV and The Strange Band at Mesa Theater

7-11 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience a high-energy blend of country-western music and comedy magic.