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Grand Junction
Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On August 9, the Fruita Police Department hosted its third annual Cops — N’ Cars show to raise funds for the Center for Children, with support from Western Slope Auto — Alpine Bank. Proceeds from car entries and T-shirt sales went directly to the child advocacy center that works to keep local children safe. KJCT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A wildfire near Meeker grew to nearly 90,000 acres—increasing evacuations in Garfield County that included moving 179 prisoners from a state prison in Rifle—while over 1,200 firefighters worked to contain the fires. A motor vehicle fire on 32 Road burned two modular buildings—and damaged three more structures, prompting local authorities to respond with no injuries reported. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On August 9, the Robert Leroy Parker chapter 1889 for E Clampus Vitus unveiled a new plaque at Dos Rios Park that explains how Grand Junction got its name and honors the late Gary Parrott—an active member involved in veterans' funerals. His wife, Lori Parrott, attended the ceremony along with about 40 community members. KJCT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ An airbase near the Colorado Springs airport has supported fire crews on Colorado’s western slope by fueling airtankers that dropped 227,000 gallons of fire retardant on active fires like the Lee Fire. The base, built in 2022, is designed for VLAT operations—specialized tankers that can load two at once and cover a 400-mile radius to help protect lives and property. KKCO 11
- ➤ The Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office ordered a mandatory evacuation due to the Lee Fire—Zone 63 is in GO Status and Zone 66 is in READY—Green status as of early Saturday morning, and residents in other areas may face further evacuation orders. KJCT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Boulder DA candidate Michael Dougherty held his Lunch and Learn event at Mesa County Central Library on Wednesday+he discussed immigration rights, ICE practices and private prisons while promising that local representation in the Attorney General’s office would support Mesa County’s public safety and water resource needs. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Weird Al Yankovic Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $55.50 - $155.50 — Experience the comedic genius live with iconic hits and fan favorites during the Bigger & Weirder 2025 Tour.
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Read Southall Live
7-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Admission cost TBD — Enjoy an evening of soulful melodies and bluesy guitar riffs from Austin's own Read Southall.
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