Good Day
Grand Junction
Monday, August 11th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spirit Halloween announced its Grand Junction store will open this August at the former Joann Fabrics on U.S. Highway 6 as part of 30 Colorado pop-up stores planned for the fall — the chain will soon hire 50,000 temporary workers across more than 1,500 locations statewide. KJCT
- ➤ Spirit Halloween will open its Grand Junction store in August — it is located in the former Joann Fabrics at 2424 U.S. Highway 6 — as part of a plan to launch 30 pop-up stores in Colorado and fill 50,000 temporary positions this fall. KKCO 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On August 10, the Turner Gulch Fire burned 28,403 acres at 49% containment while about 731 personnel worked to control the blaze — cooler temperatures and cloud cover slowed its progress. Officials said some air attack crews may be redirected to assist with the Lee Fire as wildfire challenges continue. KKCO 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rifle Correctional Center evacuated 179 inmates—using its emergency plan to move them to secure facilities as the Lee Fire spreads in Rio Blanco County. No injuries were reported while staff coordinated the safe transfer of residents. KKCO 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials found West Nile virus in Garfield County mosquito samples taken last week near Parachute—Battlement Mesa, Silt, and Rifle. Health experts advise residents to drain standing water—limit outdoor activity during dusk and dawn, use repellents, and wear long sleeves to reduce the risk of infection. KKCO 11
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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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~ Carl W. Buehner
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