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Grand Junction
Friday, October 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Junction Police Department held a Coffee with a Cop event at Einstein Bagels where officers met with community members over coffee to discuss traffic laws and debunk myths about arrest quotas—this relaxed setting allowed residents to share their safety concerns. KJCT
- ➤ October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and officials say abuse is not just about hitting but also about controlling money and keeping people isolated—CDHS Director Beth Collins said 45 local groups offer free, confidential help to survivors. National numbers show that one in three women and one in four men experience such abuse. KKCO 11
- ➤ A generous donation from a local Grand Junction resident provided 972 new toys for the Joseph Center’s annual Angel Tree program that gives holiday gifts to children in need. The donation is expected to expand the center’s reach—helping more families receive support—while sign-up opens on Oct. 14 and distribution will occur in early December. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ Sixty-eight foster youth in Mesa County lack a court advocate, but CASA of Mesa County will host an information session Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m. at 2139 N. 12th St.—locals can learn how to volunteer and help reduce the waitlist. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Xcel Energy announced its crews will start natural gas construction on 25 Road on Monday, Oct. 6, fully closing the roadway at intersections with Patterson Road, Blichmann Avenue and F 1/2 Road and causing traffic delays for eight to 10 weeks. No gas outages are expected. WesternSlopeNow.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Colorado State Patrol warns drivers that colder weather is causing wildlife to move to lower areas and raising crash risks on I-70—troopers handled over 3,700 animal collisions last year and say drivers should follow speed limits and use bright lights when safe. KJCT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Grand Junction is hosting the Downtown Arts Festival today with a pop-up art show called Westbound Art by Train at the Union Depot from 5 to 9 p.m. On Saturday, Main Street will host art exhibits, live demos and a porch concert series called Porchella—23 local bands will perform on porches before a final show at Lowell School at 8 p.m. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Job seekers connected with employers at the Mesa County Workforce Center’s Fall Job Fair on Thursday — nearly 50 companies set up booths to match skills with local roles and help veterans transition to civilian work. The event marked Workforce Development Month and aimed to boost local job opportunities. WesternSlopeNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mrs. Karen Ball was honored with the September Golden Apple Award after 23 years teaching at Rocky Mountain Elementary School—she has inspired her students and strengthened the community. The award recognizes her long-standing dedication and high standards in education. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ Four D51 high schools received the First Team Safe Sports School Award from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association on Thursday because they met high standards in emergency preparedness, injury prevention, safe facilities and athlete-parent education—award presentations took place during halftime at the Grand Junction-Fruita Monument and Central-Palisade football games with Community Hospital and trainers recognized for their support of student-athlete safety. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction City Council is finalizing a two-year strategic plan that focuses on updating its Comprehensive Plan, improving public safety, affordable housing and infrastructure — they will soon vote on the plan while launching a funding opportunity of up to $500,000 a year for transitional housing and support for unhoused neighbors. The council stressed that recruiting and retaining first responders remains a top priority as the city works to ease staffing challenges. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Colorado employee unions said a government shutdown that began on October 2 put thousands of federal workers at risk of layoffs and deepened state budget shortfalls—Diane Byrne of Colorado WINS warned that cuts to federal grants for roads, health, and water services could further strain local emergency services on the western slope. KJCT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Delta County Public Health said residents should get vaccines for Covid-19, the flu, RSV for seniors and the pneumonia vaccine for people 50 and older as flu and respiratory season begins. The agency also advised that sleeping well, eating healthy and staying home when sick—along with cleaning frequently touched surfaces—can help prevent the spread of illness. KJCT
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Spencer Crandall Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar — Cost info not provided — Experience country music with Denver's own Spencer Crandall in a cozy venue.
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96 Bitter Beings Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Ticket prices vary — Deron Miller returns for a night of energetic riffs and captivating music.
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Off With Their Heads Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Check for ticket prices — Celebrate the release of 'Be Good' with fresh tunes from Off With Their Heads.
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Oktoberfest Family Festival
Celebrate fall at Cross Orchards Historic Site during the Oktoberfest Family Festival, featuring live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and fun for all ages. Enjoy free train rides, historic demonstrations, a pumpkin patch, and the Colorado State Steinholding Competition at 1 PM on the main stage!
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The Golden Girls - The Laughs Continue
7-8:30 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Tickets vary — Enjoy an uproarious new comedy featuring the beloved Golden Girls in outrageous new escapades.
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Discovery Auto Group Pet Fair
10 AM – 2 PM — Discovery Auto Group — Free entry — Find your new furry friend at Roice-Hurst Humane Society's adoption booth during this community pet fair.
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Howl-o-ween 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run & Dog Walk
1-4 p.m. — Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park — $40 — Dress up with your pet for a festive run and enjoy an after-party with awards and live music.
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RECA Resource Fair
11 AM – 1 PM — Grand Junction Convention Center — Free entry — Explore valuable healthcare benefits for former uranium workers while enjoying a complimentary lunch.
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Western Slope Cowboy Gathering
Two days of fun — Grand Valley Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate with top Cowboy Poets and Western Singers in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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