Good morning, Grand Junction.

On August 2, community members gathered at Lincoln Park Barn for Summer Day’s 4—an annual event that promotes sobriety and recovery.

CEO Christopher Hectik Vigil and headline performer Cryptic Wisdom, who is in recovery, stressed the importance of connection to help prevent relapse.

First Baptist Church at 720 Grand Ave installed Rev.

Joshua McCarty as its new pastor in mid-June, making him the first pastor in 142 years after he merged his River City Church with the historic congregation—he said uniting the two groups will help spread Jesus' love across the community.

Wildland 27 experienced a malfunction in its nose landing gear on August 1 — the crew followed emergency procedures and landed safely with no injuries — and an investigation will follow FAA and NTSB protocols.

The state of Colorado sued PetSmart earlier this week in Denver district court for allegedly misleading dog groomers by advertising free or paid training that locked them into expensive training repayment agreement (TRAP) contracts, affecting 106 employees between 2018 and 2022, including those at the Grand Junction location. Attorney General Phil Weiser said the suit seeks to bar PetSmart from collecting these debts and to secure damages for nearly two dozen former employees.

The Storm Cellar winery in Hotchkiss, run by Jayme Henderson and Steve Steese, won two gold medals at the Sommeliers Choice Awards for their 2023 grüner veltliner and riesling wines.

They plan to join more contests and focus on white and rosé wines—while also adding sparkling wine and vermouth—using Colorado’s high-elevation climate to grow better grapes.

The Mesa County Federal Mineral Lease District opened grant applications on August 1st for Mesa County organizations seeking funds, offering two grants—one for large projects and one for smaller ones to support local improvements.

Applications close on September 5th and awards will be made mid-October.

Sam’s Club is recalling freeze dried fruit sold at its stores because it may be contaminated with listeria—products were distributed last month and consumers should throw them away and get a refund.

The Food and Drug Administration found the issue in testing and no illnesses have been reported.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Grand Junction Centennial Band Concert at Eagle Rim Park

7-8 p.m. — Eagle Rim Park — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful mix of movie music, pop hits, and marches in a community concert.

Pink Fuzz Performance

7-10 p.m. — Copeka Coffee — Check the venue for ticket prices — Experience explosive sludgy riffs and captivating harmonies from the accomplished band Pink Fuzz.

Darius Rucker Live Concert

7-9 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $55.00 - $195.00 — Experience GRAMMY-winning artist Darius Rucker as he performs hits from his career in music.

Ice Nine Kills: Hell of a Summer Tour

5:30-7 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $40.50 - $75.50 + fees — Experience Ice Nine Kills’ theatrical show alongside Dayseeker and Kim Dracula this summer.

Postmodern Jukebox Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience modern pop hits reimagined in classic styles like jazz and Motown with a talented ensemble.

Attack Attack! One Hit Wonder Tour

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Mesa Theater — Check venue for ticket info — Catch the electrifying performance by Attack Attack! along with Savage Hands and Versus Me.