Good morning, Grand Junction.

Grand Junction seniors met Thursday at the Senior Recreation Center to oppose its proposed closure amid a $20M deficit.

The council will vote Nov. 17 on cutting the center—known for free meals and bingo—and if approved, it could close as early as Jan. 1.

DISA Uranium, known as Project Curie, is considering Grand Junction for its new headquarters, with plans offering $1.6 million in performance-based tax credits & a boost of 118 jobs if approved.

Local officials and economic partners support the move as part of a broader investment in the Four Corners region.

Tope Elementary dedicated an outdoor classroom and legacy garden on Friday to honor longtime volunteer William Bailey and former teacher Julie Armbruster (who passed away last December).

The new spaces expand outdoor learning opportunities for students.

At its homecoming weekend on Friday, Oct.

16, Colorado Mesa University honored six honorees including Distinguished Alumni couple Tim and Kristi Pollard and four former student-athletes recognized for record-breaking sports achievements. The event celebrated CMU’s tradition of honoring lasting contributions to campus life.

Record rainfall helped Grand Junction reach its average October total, but experts say persistent drought will continue until a strong mountain snowpack builds this winter.

Local reservoirs still need replenishment to secure water for farmers and ranchers.

On Oct. 21, Mesa County Public Health will host an event at Clifton Community Campus that offers free bra fittings, mammogram scheduling, insurance help and health talks on breast screening, while Alicia Myers shares her breast cancer journey to boost early detection (in partnership with Dillard’s and Intermountain Health).