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Grand Junction
Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bella Bear, a nine-year-old senior black lab that loves snacks and play time, is available for adoption at Roice-Hurst Humane Society — she gets along with other dogs and adapts well to new homes. KKCO 11
- ➤ The Confluence Center announced it will host the Run for Rivers on Nov. 8 at 10 a.m. along the Riverfront Trail in Grand Junction as a family-friendly fundraiser with a 5K run/walk, a 1K Fun Run for kids & activities like a nature scavenger hunt and art project. The run will start & finish at the new center on Dos Rios Drive where all 5K participants will receive a commemorative T-shirt. The Business Times
- ➤ Bella Bear — a nine-year-old senior black lab — is now available for adoption at Roice-Hurst Humane Society and she adjusts well to new homes, enjoys snacks and playtime, and gets along with other dogs. KJCT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ AV Solutions moved from its old I-70 Business Loop space to a new location at 215 S. 15th St.—tripling its space from 900 to 2,880 square feet and adding a showroom and conference room. Owner Neil Hajoglou said the expansion will allow the business room for future buildouts and improved customer access. The Business Times
- ➤ Several car washes opened in Grand Junction as Club Car Wash and Champion Xpress use attendants for friction tunnels — and Van’s Car Wash and Stop Wash Go offer touch-free service — to cater to different vehicles and strengthen local competition. The Business Times
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Following the Evergreen High School shooting, Safe2Tell received nearly 4,000 reports in September about school safety, bullying and mental health (only 1% were proven false), and Attorney General Phil Wieser said the high number shows that many people reported potential harm to students. KJCT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Over 80 NumWorks calculators were delivered to Mesa County high schools thanks to a donation from the Grand Junction Lions Club and matching funds from School District 51 (D51), giving students equal access to solid math tools. The calculators are approved for state tests and build on the Lions Club's long support of local education. WesternSlopeNow.com
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Grand Valley Power notified its members on Oct. 9 that rates will increase effective Nov. 1 due to rising costs of materials and energy — the new General Service Time-of-Use/Demand plan adds a grid connectivity charge and a demand fee that are expected to raise the average monthly bill by about 4%. The Business Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ HopeWest hired Breeana Gumpert as its new chief development officer on Oct. 7; she brings nearly a decade of nonprofit leadership experience (from Colorado West Land Trust) to guide fundraising and community outreach at the hospice organization. The Business Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ College mountain bikers from coast-to-coast gathered at Powderhorn Mountain Resort for the USA Cycling Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championships, where families cheered as CMU clinched its sixth consecutive team title — a win marked by strong performances in cross country, dual slalom, and downhill — while challenging weather added to the event’s intensity. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ YAP Training opened its Youth Athletic Performance Center at 2893 North Ave. on Oct. 13 to offer certified coaching, advanced technology, and performance tracking for serious middle and high school athletes. Facility manager Jenn Langford and head coach Mitch Langford said the center—featuring Stray Dog Strength racks and a custom training app—gives young athletes a new way to build speed, strength, and confidence in the Grand Valley. The Business Times
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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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Confluence Center Grand Opening
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Confluence Center of Colorado — Free entry — Celebrate the opening of a new community hub dedicated to collaboration and conservation.
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Schaffer Brothers Band Live Performance
9 PM - 1 AM — Cruisers Bar — Entry fee varies — Experience a night of raw blues and groove with the Schaffer Brothers Band.
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November Meeting of the Art Quilt Association
10 AM – 12 PM — The Art Center — Free entry — Engage with fellow quilt enthusiasts at the monthly Art Quilt Association meeting.
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