Monday, October 27th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 27th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of dogs and their owners in creative costumes celebrated the fourth annual Howl-O-Ween fundraiser on October 26 at Las Colonias Park—raising funds for pet programs and adoptions. Roice Hurst Humane Society partnered with Grand Junction Sports Commission while sponsors like Saint Mary’s Regional Hospital supported the event. KJCT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A free documentary on stream access challenges will debut at the Mesa Theater in Grand Junction on Nov. 6 from 7:30—9:30 p.m. The film, presented by the Colorado Stream Access Coalition and made by local filmmaker Cody Perry, will educate boaters and anglers on legal disputes over river access. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mesa County Sergeant Ross Young is being honored with the Unparalleled Community Impact Award from Affidian Credit Union for 18 years of service—focusing on fraud prevention and community support. The award ceremony will be held at noon on November 12 at the Mesa County Sheriff's Office. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The government shutdown has raised concerns as WIC may run out of funds on November 1, which could disrupt help for nearly 7 million low-income families – especially affecting pregnant women and new mothers. In Colorado, officials have extended WIC benefits through October and national groups have urged the White House to provide more emergency funds. WesternSlopeNow.com
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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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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.
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