Good morning, Grand Junction.

Grand Junction will host a free community celebration on July 23 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. during Market on Main to mark America’s 250th anniversary and Colorado’s 150th statehood—featuring live music, games, historic photos, and free Wave drinks for the first 250 attendees.

RONIN Real Estate Professionals ERA Powered announced that its RONIN Rally Golf Tournament raised $11,468 to benefit Mesa County Partners — a nonprofit that trains local volunteer mentors.

The funds will help support recruiting and training programs for over 100 youth seeking guidance in the community.

Jeana Brown from the Mesa County Workforce Center is honored with the Judy Emery 'Genesis' Award from the National Disability Institute for linking people with disabilities to job opportunities.

The center celebrates her commitment to inclusive employment practices.

The annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive is underway to collect backpacks, notebooks, pencils and other classroom essentials for District 51 students (supplies can be dropped off at the bus at Mesa Mall until Aug.

3) while monetary donations are accepted by the D51 Foundation.

Marcus Straub of Life is Great Coaching advises local business owners to focus on strengthening their own leadership and processes rather than watching competitors (improving internal practices builds team loyalty and lasting success).

The Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra and the Symphony Foundation are hiring a director of development to boost fundraising capacity and coordinate donor relations for significant upcoming milestones (apply online via Indeed or at GJSO.org).

The Grand Junction Chamber says a new CNBC ranking shows Colorado fell 14 places in business competitiveness, adding costs and rules that hurt local companies.

Business leaders hope policy changes will help rebuild our economic strength in Mesa County and Western Colorado.

BAM! (Business Art Mentorship Youth Program) launches BAM!

Entrepreneurs: From Idea to Income for youth 14 to 21 to gain skills and market creative products. It will hold 10 hands-on Saturday workshops, July 25 to Sept. 26, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Business Incubator Center (2591 Legacy Way).

Mesa County ended the local disaster emergency for the Snyder Fire (after a board vote on July 14) as officials shift to recovery efforts, with plans to repair damages and monitor erosion while supporting state and federal reimbursement efforts.

Intermountain Health is highlighting Rose Hill Hospitality House during National Healthcare Hospitality Week.

The facility, just steps from St. Mary’s Regional Hospital, offers 20 guest rooms funded solely by donations and will host an open house tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 605 26½ Road.

Data from Bray and Co. shows June real estate sales in Mesa County fell 13.5 percent with 243 homes sold compared to last year while active listings climbed 24 percent to 912, and the median home price rose 3.6 percent to $430,000, giving buyers more options.

Monster Trucks roared at the Mesa County Fairgrounds over the weekend as drivers wowed fans with massive jumps, wheelies, and freestyle stunts.

The trucks will return next summer (date to be announced) and gave spectators a welcome escape from everyday stresses.

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.