Good Day
Grand Junction
Tuesday, October 22nd, 2024
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mesa County residents will have access to free legal advice and education on civil matters during the 21st Judicial District's Legal Resource Day. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ Colorado Mesa University's occupational therapy program is organizing a sensory-friendly event at the Dinosaur Journey museum to accommodate individuals with sensory processing differences, benefiting a wide range of attendees. KKCO 11
- ➤ Mesa County announces geotechnical drilling and soil sampling in Lunch Loops area from Oct. 21-29, 2024, for drainage improvements, advising trails remain open with no detours needed while urging respect for workers and caution around equipment. Mesa County
- ➤ The Mesa County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the DEA, is hosting a National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to safely dispose of expired or unused medications. WesternSlopeNow.com
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ In 2024, Colorado has seen over 8,000 teen driver crashes, with 38 fatalities, highlighting speeding, low seatbelt use, and underage drinking as key factors. KJCT
- ➤ The Mesa County Coroner's Office identified Alexandria Starkweather as the victim in a fatal car crash on Highway 141 near Whitewater, with impaired driving suspected. KKCO 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Shenting Guo faces court for the second-degree murder and mutilation of partner Dustin Nalls in Grand Junction, Colorado, with a bond set at $1,000,000. WesternSlopeNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Colorado Mesa University will host a cyber security workshop with expert Kurtis Minder, focusing on protecting against cyber attacks, with RSVP required for attendance. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ballots for the Nov. 5 General Election have been mailed to all active registered voters in Mesa County, with instructions to sign the return envelope and details on voter services. Mesa County
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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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Lucero Live Concert
Experience an electrifying night of Americana and punk music with Lucero at the Mesa Theater in Grand Junction.
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Emo Night Brooklyn Concert at Mesa Theater
Experience an electrifying night filled with emo music at the Mesa Theater featuring the popular Emo Night Brooklyn.
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Native American Cultural Programs - Day 2 in Grand Junction
Experience a day of rich Native American cultural programs and activities at the Grand Junction Convention Center.
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