Good morning, Grand Junction.

United Way of Mesa County announced the 2026-27 Community Impact Fund grants for 26 programs run by 20 nonprofits, with awards ranging from $2,000 to tens of thousands — funding health and human service projects and building local partnerships in Mesa County.

ECOburn, a new business in Fruita, burns wood slash and vegetative waste using air-curtain destructors—reducing wildfire hazards and creating biochar.

The Andrews launched their operation in January and expect to hire more employees after securing city contracts and incubator support.

Grand Junction Regional Airport will soon display a 45-foot brachiosaurus casting nicknamed Brach made with 20 percent of local fossil bones from a 1900 dig, and visitors can view the installation free with a two-hour terminal parking limit while further community input on its formal name is expected.

Top 5 Comics revisited Spider-Man's comic history as the film 'Brand New Day' broke records during its opening weekend, engaging moviegoers with trivia and prizes.

The store will feature the 1,000th Spider-Man issue in September, inviting fans to celebrate the character's legacy.

The 35th Annual Colorado Mountain Winefest will take place on Sept.

19 at Riverbend Park in Palisade, reimagined as an immersive food & wine event for true enthusiasts. Organizers reduced attendance to 1,400 to offer unlimited tastings, curated pairings and enhanced amenities for a relaxed local celebration.

District 51 hosted its annual Unstuff the Bus event on Tuesday — donating supplies to every elementary and middle school ahead of the first day on Aug.

11. High schools also received funds to help families get needed supplies.

August is Child Support Awareness Month, a time when the Mesa County Workforce Center offers services to help families with paternity establishment, locating parents, and managing support orders.

The agency also connects parents to employment and training resources (call 970-248-0871 for more details).

The Grand Junction Area Chamber recently hosted meetings with officials from the Colorado Public Utilities Commission and the U.S. Department of Labor to review how public policy, energy regulation and workforce initiatives affect local businesses.

Local leaders, elected officials & employers exchanged views on regional challenges.

Mesa County Public Health launched an easy access naloxone kiosk program across trusted locations including Grand Junction, Clifton, and Fruita.

The free kiosks—offering bilingual instructions—have provided 17 kits daily since December 2024 to help reverse opioid overdoses and protect community health.

Intermountain Health Cancer Centers at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction announced it is the first center in western Colorado to offer select pancreatic cancer patients access to daraxonrasib via an Expanded Access Program, giving them a new option after standard treatments plus early trial results show improved survival.

Boticelli Foods is recalling a batch of Bettergoods Pistachio Nut Butter (6.7oz, Lot LB028ACP04) sold at Walmart stores and possibly distributed in Mesa County due to potential Salmonella contamination.

No illnesses have been reported and customers should check pantries, return the product, or seek medical advice if symptoms develop.

Atlas is a four-month-old, one-eyed kitten at the Roice-Hurst Humane Society who loves cuddles & adventure and is adoptable now; he does best in an indoor-only home.

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.