Good morning, Grand Junction.

Keyleth is a one-year-old husky mix available for adoption today at Mesa County Fairgrounds and later this week at MCAS on 971 A Coffman Road – the shelter says she is shy at first but warms up to cuddle and prefers a home without other dogs or cats.

Fallen firefighter Nathan 'Nate' Matthews, who died on Friday, July 24 during the Knowles Fire, was escorted+ his family arrived at Grand Junction Regional Airport as local first responders lined the route to pay their respects.

Palisade Community Thrift Store held a ribbon cutting Friday for its new location on Iowa Avenue and will open Monday at 1 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. The nonprofit store – operating for nearly 40 years – supports local organizations with volunteer-sorted donations.

A procession escorted the body of Nathan Matthews, the fourth firefighter killed in the Knowles Fire, over 200 miles from Denver to Grand Junction yesterday.

A memorial service is held today at 10 a.m. at the Avalon Theatre to honor him.

City Market in Clifton reopened Wednesday after a $1.8 million remodel that refreshed its pharmacy, refrigerated cases, and store layout at 569 32 RD + the president said the updates reflect a commitment to serving local customers.

Organizers announced that a 45-foot brachiosaurus casting (made using molds from the original fossil discovered in the area) will be installed at Grand Junction Regional Airport by the end of 2028 as part of the sesquisemiquincentennial celebrations to serve as a cultural landmark for the community.

In Grand Junction, homeowners are advised to clear five feet around their house of flammable items and replace them with rocks or gravel (experts say this strategy can double survival rates).

New state legislation may offer insurance incentives for documented mitigation work.

Local law enforcement launched the Blue Envelope Program (designed to aid residents with communication difficulties during traffic stops after an incident involving autism) to help people share key details and keep documents ready, with envelopes available for pickup at Grand Junction, Palisade, DeBeque and Mesa County Sheriff’s Office.

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.