Good Day
Grand Junction
Friday, August 23rd, 2024
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction residents express mixed feelings about a new street plan aiming to enhance safety and bike accessibility, highlighting concerns for emergency access while appreciating efforts for safer cycling routes. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ The City of Grand Junction and School District 51 propose an agreement to keep Orchard Mesa Pool open for at least two more years, with the city covering operational costs and planning for potential future demolition. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A female motorcyclist was seriously injured in a hit-and-run at 28 Road and North Avenue in Grand Junction; police seek a purple or burgundy car. KKCO 11
- ➤ A scooter was stolen outside a Target in Grand Junction, Colo., with the police seeking a bald, white male suspect last seen in a red t-shirt. KKCO 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Kroger sues the federal government after a blocked $25 billion merger with Albertson’s, challenging FTC's authority and potentially impacting future mergers. KKCO 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mesa County and BLM will lift Stage 1 Fire Restrictions on August 23 due to recent rain and cooler temperatures, though caution is still advised. KJCT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction City Council unanimously approved a new zoning framework to establish designated areas for temporary prefabricated housing to aid unhoused residents, funded by grants or nonprofits, without committing city funds. Colorado Public Radio
- ➤ The Grand Junction City Council unanimously approved new regulations for interim housing to temporarily shelter the unhoused, with rules on location, duration, and management by non-profits. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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Ice Nine Kills Live in Grand Junction
Experience a thrilling performance by Boston metalcore band Ice Nine Kills at the Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park.
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20th Annual Dog Days Pool Party
Experience a delightful day where dogs can swim, fetch, and leap off diving boards at the Lincoln Park Moyer Pool, exclusively for canines.
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Gentle Active Yoga Class for Beginners
Experience a calming yoga class designed for active beginners that combines movement, meditation, and breathing exercises in a supportive environment.
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Gentle Active Yoga for Beginners and Above
Experience a rejuvenating yoga class that combines movement, meditation, and deep breathing exercises tailored for active beginners and above.
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Tour of the Moon Cycling Event
Experience one of the premier road cycling events in the western United States while enjoying breathtaking views of the Colorado National Monument.
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Hatha Yoga Flow Session with Lauren
Experience a centering Sunday morning Hatha Yoga practice focused on self-discovery and personal growth through movement and breath.
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Toddler Time: Alan's Big Scary Teeth Painting
Experience a fun and creative toddler activity where young children can paint crocodiles while enjoying a story about Alan the crocodile's missing teeth.
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Flowers Frozen in Frames: A Unique Art Experience
Experience a creative workshop where you will craft a framed piece of dried wildflowers and lavender suspended in resin while enjoying a drink from Highlands Distillery.
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Intimate Italian Family Style Dinner at Mafia Princess Wines
Experience a delightful evening of homemade Italian cuisine and fine wine in a charming setting, limited to just 20 guests.
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Galactic Empire and PowerGlove Live at Mesa Theater
Experience a unique night of music as Galactic Empire performs a thrilling tribute to Star Wars alongside PowerGlove and Super madNES.
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