Good Day
Grand Junction
Sunday, October 13th, 2024
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local law enforcement and cybersecurity experts are educating residents on avoiding online scams with an upcoming program at Colorado Mesa University. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity and Alpine Bank co-hosted the Hope Through Homes event in Grand Junction to fundraise for affordable housing, featuring live music and food trucks. KKCO 11
- ➤ Community members celebrated an agreement to keep Orchard Mesa Pool open until December 2026, with ongoing efforts to ensure its long-term viability despite financial challenges. KKCO 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was arrested in Grand Junction, Colorado, after barricading himself in his home post a domestic dispute, leading to a shelter-in-place for 120 residents. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ New homeowners discovered the remains of Amanda Overstreet in a freezer, prompting an ongoing investigation into her death since 2005 in Grand Junction, Colorado. WesternSlopeNow.com
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Mesa University was celebrated by Governor Jared Polis for its innovative geothermal heating system, recognized as a U.S. Department of Energy case study, highlighting its success in energy efficiency and carbon footprint reduction. WesternSlopeNow.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ HopeWest, a nonprofit healthcare organization, is looking for a new CEO as Cassie Mitchell plans to leave by year-end, ensuring a stable and positive transition. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Scott Krug from Snooks Bottom Barbecue highlights a special offer for National Pulled Pork Day, providing discounted meals to customers mentioning KREX. WesternSlopeNow.com
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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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Burning Witches Live at Mesa Theater
Experience a thrilling night of music with Burning Witches at the Mesa Theater, showcasing their dynamic performance.
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