Good morning, Grand Junction.

A new Book Box has been installed on the Community Services Campus — between the Mesa County Department of Human Services and the Workforce Center — as part of the United Way of Mesa County’s Book Exchange and invites visitors to take or leave a book when they stop by.

Homeward Bound’s North Avenue shelter closed Fridays through Sundays with only 24—48 hours notice in early October, leaving many homeless residents without cover during cold, rainy weather.

City officials and local groups stepped in to assist while planning a workshop with the agency to discuss its large funding request.

Tesla has installed eight new superchargers at Village Fair Plaza—located at 2691 Patterson Road—in Grand Junction, with the chargers being Tesla’s fastest and including one pull—through unit for electric trucks.

The installation is expected to drive traffic to the plaza’s businesses as drivers spend 30 to 45 minutes charging.

Dick Maynard, a longtime Grand Junction radio pioneer who built his legacy with KEKB and KOOL, will be inducted into the Colorado Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame on Friday, Oct.

24—marking the inaugural class that recognizes Western Slope media innovators. His career spans decades of community radio and engaging promotions that helped shape local broadcasting.

Gloria Reyes has worked 24 years with District 51 and 18 years at Grand Junction High School, earning the October Golden Apple Award—an honor for her strong support of students both in class and in life.

More than 80 NumWorks calculators were delivered to high schools across Mesa County by a Grand Junction Lions Club donation and matching funds from School District 51.

The aid is meant to give every student equal access to math technology and boost classroom confidence.

Experts from White Star Electric and Housing Resources of Western Colorado advised homeowners to prepare for winter by sealing air leaks, installing LED lighting, and using power strips – measures that reduce energy loss and help lower bills.

They added that free energy audits and weatherization programs are available for qualifying residents.

Grand Junction’s Mesa County Sheriff’s Office partnered with BLM and local property owners to clear illegal encampments — driven by rising housing costs and limited mental-health options — by contacting over 35 individuals and serving eviction notices at key sites near Interstate 70. Cleanup efforts including trenching and fencing will follow once final evictions are completed.

Dalen Brazelton’s October 21 morning road report detailed local road conditions and traffic updates- posted at 6:04 a.m. MDT- and invited viewers to suggest corrections.

Retired Colonel John Haseman, a Grand Junction resident, was inducted into the U.S. Army Foreign Area Officer Hall of Fame on October 12 to honor his more than 30 years of service in military intelligence and Southeast Asia, including his roles as Defense Attache in Rangoon and Jakarta (he was 83 years old at the time). After retiring, he continued to write and preserve his story, having published over 200 articles and a memoir about his time advising in the Mekong Delta.

City crews began Grand Junction’s annual leaf removal program on October 20 and will collect leaves until December 11 to protect storm drains—residents must leave piles 18 inches from the curb by 7:00 a.m. on pick-up days.

The Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America will host the 2025 Team Hope 5K in Grand Junction on Oct.

25 at Imondi Wake Zone — registration starts at 9:45 a.m. and the race begins at 10 a.m. to raise funds supporting those affected by Huntington’s disease and their families.

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment announced Tuesday that it will text and email nearly 59,000 families with children (ages 4 to 6) to remind them to get their MMR vaccine amid rising measles cases.

The messages from 45778 warn that measles can cause serious issues like respiratory failure and brain swelling.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Izzy Burns Live

8-11 p.m. — Mesa Theater — Check venue for ticket prices — Enjoy a heartfelt folk-pop performance by rising star Izzy Burns.