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Grand Junction
Friday, October 11th, 2024
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 29th annual Empty Bowls fundraiser hosted by Grand Valley Catholic Outreach allows participants to support community members facing food insecurity by purchasing a $25 ticket to enjoy soup from local restaurants. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Grand Rivers Humane Society marked its 20th anniversary by commemorating its success in increasing adoptions and fostering for Mesa County's overpopulated animal services, nearing a milestone of 10,000 adoptions. KKCO 11
- ➤ During Fire Prevention Week, Grand Junction firefighters educated the community on fire safety measures, highlighting the importance of working smoke alarms to prevent common cooking fires. KJCT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 14-year-old was hospitalized but not seriously injured after being struck by a car in Grand Junction, with the driver charged for careless driving. KKCO 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Mesa County, a 28-year-old was arrested for attempting to lure a child via the internet and is facing charges including Internet Luring of a Child and Attempted Sexual Assault of a Child, with a cash bond set at $25,000. KJCT
- ➤ Law enforcement in Mesa County is searching for a suspect involved in vandalizing Westlake Skate Park with graffiti, causing over $500 in damages. WesternSlopeNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ All 32 public colleges and universities in Colorado will waive application fees for students from October 15-17, aiming to encourage applications, especially from low-income and first-generation students. KJCT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mesa County Commissioners approved funds for sidewalk and drainage improvements near Broadway Elementary to enhance pedestrian safety and stormwater management. Mesa County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mind Springs Health is set to be acquired by Larkin Health System, aiming to enhance psychiatric services and overcome financial challenges. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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Koko Love - Funky House DJ Set
Experience a vibrant DJ set featuring funky house music by Koko Love at Sauvage Spectrum.
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Deadlands Live Concert
Experience an electrifying evening of music with Deadlands at the Mesa Theater in Grand Junction.
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Toddler Time: Paint Your Pumpkin at Angelo's Pottery Studio
Experience a delightful morning of pumpkin painting for toddlers, complete with snacks, story time, and a take-home book.
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Gentle Active Yoga Class
Experience a refreshing yoga class designed for active beginners, focusing on movement, meditation, and deep breathing techniques.
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90's Country Music Party - Live in Grand Junction
Experience an unforgettable night with the hottest 90's country band performing all the hits from the greatest decade of country music.
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Heritage Festival at Cross Orchards
Step back in time and experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of yesteryear at the annual Heritage Festival on Saturday, October 19, from 9 AM to 3 PM, at the Cross Orchards Historic Site, operated by the Museums of Western Colorado. This family-friendly festival offers a variety of hands-on activities and demonstrations that highlight the rich agricultural and transportation heritage of the region.
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Gentle Active Yoga Class for Beginners
Experience a calming and engaging yoga class that combines movement, meditation, and deep breathing exercises suitable for active beginners and above.
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Grand Junction Career Fair
Meet and connect with local and Fortune 500 company recruiters to explore various career opportunities.
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Drink Up Witches! A Night of Wine and Halloween Design
Experience a fun evening of painting with Halloween-themed silk screens while enjoying local wines and snacks.
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JunkTown Film Festival
We’re not Sundance or Tribeca or Telluride. We’re certainly not Cannes and we’re not even Slamdance. We’re the Junktown Film Festival, located in Grand Junction, Colorado, the childhood home of blacklisted screenwriter (and bathtub enthusiast) Dalton Trumbo. We showcase incredible short films from across the United States and around the world.
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JunkTown Film Festival
We’re not Sundance or Tribeca or Telluride. We’re certainly not Cannes and we’re not even Slamdance. We’re the Junktown Film Festival, located in Grand Junction, Colorado, the childhood home of blacklisted screenwriter (and bathtub enthusiast) Dalton Trumbo. We showcase incredible short films from across the United States and around the world.
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Gentle Active Yoga Class for Beginners
Experience a revitalizing yoga session focused on movement, meditation, and deep breathing, designed specifically for active beginners and above.
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