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Grand Junction
Saturday, November 1st, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Friends of the Mustangs is hosting a wild horse adoption event at Mesa County Fairgrounds on Friday and Saturday to find homes for 24 mustangs as the BLM shuts its Canon City holding facility because of budget cuts — the event offers a viewing on Friday and a Saturday session running from 8 to 9:30 a.m. with bidding from 10 to 10:30 a.m. and applications due by 9:30 a.m. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ Covenant Presbyterian Church will host its annual spaghetti dinner on Nov. 8 from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at 237 32 Road on Orchard Mesa—south of Clifton—while tickets cost $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 5 to 12 and free for kids under 5 with proceeds benefiting HomewardBound of the Grand Valley. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ JR’s Carriage Service in Grand Junction received the Governor’s Award for Excellence in Tourism for its horse-drawn tours that blend local history with cultural insights. The company offers wine, historical, sunset, and Christmas light tours along with educational rides — owner Joseph Burtard said the honor reflects the community’s support and a team effort. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ The Historic Lowell School Building announced Friday that Moksha Ltd.—a local wellness studio—will open its new downtown office in Classroom 8 later this month to expand its holistic yoga, meditation, and fitness fusion programs. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ GJ Oddities, a family-owned shop at 1000 N 9th St. in Grand Junction, displays taxidermy ravens, a mummified baby iguana, and serial killer memorabilia — items that reveal an unusual view of life. Co-owner Garret McManus said he sourced these rare finds from oddities festivals to offer the community a unique shopping experience. KKCO 11
- ➤ Investigators Rhonda Steele and Nina Carrillo with Western Slope Paranormal are guiding walking tours through Grand Junction’s historic sites including The Elk’s Lodge, The Feisty Pint, and The Hotel Melrose— they use a REM pod and K2 meter to measure paranormal energy and work with local businesses on private investigations while continuing tours for the rest of the year. KJCT
- ➤ On Oct 31, KREX News staff showed off an array of creative Halloween costumes—dressing as Willy Wonka, a pirate, a frog, and other surprise characters—to brighten the news studio. The spirited segment highlighted the team’s creativity during the festive broadcast. WesternSlopeNow.com
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The state extended the deadline for downtown and northern Grand Junction businesses to apply for extended tax credits until Dec 31 after redesignating Enterprise Zones set to take effect Jan 1—affecting about 1,800 businesses. Only around 20 businesses applied by the original deadline and officials said owners must contact local support to secure their grandfathered tax credit benefits—prompting timely action from the local business community. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Valley Power is boosting wildfire safety by trimming trees, upgrading equipment, and planning to move power lines underground at Vega Reservoir next year (it is also using drones and AI mapping to focus on risky areas). The utility raised residential rates by about 4% this month to help cover higher costs, and other companies like Xcel Energy are taking similar safety steps. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City of Grand Junction will start several road projects on Nov. 3—detours will be set up on the Ouray Ave water project between 7th and 15th Streets, along with work at Grand View Commons on 28 Rd; Linden Ave will be closed between Unaweep Ave and Hwy. 50. Non-City projects by CDOT and Xcel Energy will reduce lanes on First Street, Ute & Pitkin and temporarily close 25 Rd, so drivers should follow all detour signs and traffic controls. City of Grand Junction
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Coalition reports that one in seven women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and experts at Community Hospital urge routine mammograms starting at age 40. Dr. Kristina Goutsouliak noted more cases in younger women and stressed that early detection saves lives—prompting a push for timely screenings. WesternSlopeNow.com
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Affordable housing advocates, government officials and financial experts broke ground on a 54-unit project just off 24 Road—after months of funding delays that raised total costs to about $28 million. The project is expected to lower housing costs for Grand Junction families by reducing rent to about 30 percent of income. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction resident Allie Dorsey was badly hurt in a Dec. 13 work accident when a steel beam fell on her, breaking her leg and damaging her hand. After many surgeries and a long hospital stay, she is now in a rehab program—helping her work toward returning to dirt biking with renewed strength. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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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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GJ Turkey Trot Charity Run
9-10:30 a.m. — Ralph Stocker Stadium — $25 entry — Participate in a spirited 5K and Kids Run to support the Grand Junction Fire Fighters Foundation this Thanksgiving.
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Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet
7-8:30 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Cost Info — Experience the enchanting holiday classic that brings joy to the festive season.
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