Good Day
Grand Junction
Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The community is rallying financial support for the son of Patrick Weier, a tour guide who died in a mining accident, raising over $45,000 for his future. KKCO 11
- ➤ A 7-month-old Shepherd mix named Brandon, celebrated for his cheerful demeanor, seeks a new home after spending 3 months at the Mesa County Animal Shelter. KJCT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A one-car crash on Highway 141 near Whitewater resulted in the death of a 40-year-old woman, with speed and impaired driving as contributing factors. KKCO 11
- ➤ A 9-year-old child was fatally hit by a semi-truck while crossing Highway 50 near Baxter Road in Grand Junction, Colorado; the semi driver, who stayed at the scene and cooperated, will not face charges. KJCT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A public town hall meeting hosted by opponents of the 29 Road/I-70 Interchange Ballot proposal in Grand Junction aims to discuss concerns regarding cost, safety, and environmental impacts. KKCO 11
- ➤ A town hall meeting will be hosted by opponents of the 29 Road/I-70 Interchange Ballot proposal in Fruita, encouraging public discussion on concerns related to cost, safety, and environmental impact. KJCT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The US Post Office has released the holiday shipping cutoff dates, advising Priority Mail by December 21 and ground services by December 18. KJCT
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90's Country Music Party - Live in Grand Junction
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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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Dizzy Wright with Krizz Kaliko and Whitney Peyton
Experience an electrifying night of music featuring Dizzy Wright, Krizz Kaliko, and Whitney Peyton at the Mesa Theater.
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BabyJake Live Concert
Experience an evening of live music with Babyjake, known for his captivating performances and unique sound.
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