Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

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Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mike Strasser was named the 2024 Hometown Hero by the Grand Junction Lions Club for his sustained efforts in combating food insecurity through his annual food drive initiatives. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Tyler, a 9-month-old Labrador and Border Collie mix, is featured as Grand Rivers Humane Society’s Pet of the Week, available for adoption or foster, described as a friendly and well-trained puppy. KJCT
- ➤ Grand Junction residents are asked to minimize water use due to a sewer line blockage caused by maintenance work, with repair efforts underway. KJCT
- ➤ The P.E.O. Arts and Crafts Show and Sale will be held this Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Crossroads United Methodist Church in Grand Junction, featuring vendors, food, and a cookie walk. WesternSlopeNow.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Grand Junction woman reported an unexpected visit from a man claiming to collect ballots for the Mesa County Republicans, prompting local election officials and parties to advise voter caution with such practices. KKCO 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An additional case of E. coli in Mesa County has been linked to a multi-state outbreak, totalling 11 cases locally; however, the public risk is low, and measures are in place to ensure safety. Mesa County
- ➤ A Colorado teenager is hospitalized with kidney failure caused by E. coli traced to McDonald’s Quarter Pounders, marking her as one of many affected in an outbreak linked to contaminated onions. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Neil deGrasse Tyson: An Astrophysicist Goes to the Movies
Experience an engaging exploration of scientific accuracy in popular films with renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, featuring iconic movies and their surprising truths.
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Mason Ramsey Live Performance
Experience the musical talents of Mason Ramsey at Warehouse25sixty-five Kitchen + Bar in Grand Junction.
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Pecos & The Rooftops Concert in Grand Junction
Experience a lively concert featuring Pecos & The Rooftops along with the Huser Brother Band at Mesa Theater.
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Winery Comedy Night
Experience an evening filled with laughter and great beverages as some of the best comedians entertain you at Sauvage Spectrum.
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Grand Mesa A Cappella Chorus Winter Holiday Concert
Experience the festive sounds of the season at the Grand Mesa A Cappella Chorus' free holiday concert at First Presbyterian Church.
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