Good morning, Grand Junction.

Before today, on August 3, Bejarano’s Barbering celebrated its tenth anniversary on Main Street with live music, a food truck, and giveaways that attracted many locals.

Owner Chris Bejarano, a third-generation barber, said he will continue cutting hair and building community ties—planning an even bigger celebration when the shop reaches twenty years.

A fire ignited near Glade Park today, covering 10 acres on private land near JS Road + 16 1/2 Road, and fire crews from Glade Park Fire, Grand Junction Fire Department, and the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office are working to protect private structures while requesting more resources.

On August 2, Ramblebine Brewing Company celebrated five years in business since opening in 2020.

The event featured a cowboys and aliens theme—live music, new beer releases, food trucks and a mechanical bull, while co-owner Eli Gerson thanked the community for its support.

Anna Stout and four Grand Junction residents are in El Salvador as part of a cultural exchange organized by the Foundation for Cultural Exchange—visiting sister city El Espino and leaving for San Salvador today to explore historic sites and learn local traditions.

Returning participant Erin Mitchell said her stay deepened her bond with local customs and strengthened ties between the communities.

Governor Jared Polis declared a disaster emergency for the Elk Creek Fire on August 3 in Rio Blanco County and mobilized state firefighting crews — including air resources and a Type 3 Incident Management Team — to help contain the blaze burning on private and state lands.

Governor Jared Polis verbally declared a disaster emergency on August 3 after the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office requested state support for the Elk Creek Fire burning on private and state-owned lands and estimated at 100 acres.

Ground crews, air support and a Type 3 Incident Management Team were mobilized — they are now working to manage the fire and protect values at risk.

Mesa County hosted the third stop on the 2025 Nautique Wake Series this weekend when international wakeboarders and wakesurfers competed for cash prizes at two sites in the Grand Valley—Imondi Wake Zone in Fruita and Highline Lake State Park in Loma.

Finals for the men's and women's events will be held today at these venues and are free for the public to watch.

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.