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Grand Junction
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Living Water Vineyard Church hosted a free food giveaway at Fruitvale Elementary School located at 585 30 Road yesterday from 4:15 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. to help local families amid potential SNAP benefit delays — volunteers provided each household enough groceries to feed a family of four for three to four days. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ Grand Junction residents are raising money and distributing food to help families affected by the SNAP freeze — Alli Burr raised over $2,000 for seven families and contributed to the Community Food Bank, while Jay Wilson placed groceries on his porch after posting on a neighborhood app. Their efforts aim to ease the struggle for those in need and encourage more neighbors to help. KJCT
- ➤ Mesa County is hosting a week of Veterans Day events—beginning tomorrow with an All Services Ball at Colorado Mesa University and including a parade and block party in downtown Grand Junction, a Veterans Ceremony at Fruita Vietnam Veterans Park on Veterans Day, and a Veteran Health Care and Benefits Expo on November 12. All events are free and open to the public except the ball—which requires paid entry. KJCT
- ➤ The Confluence Center on Riverside Parkway celebrated its grand opening with a chaincutting ceremony after years of planning and now serves as a hub for six nonprofits — RiversEdge West, the Colorado National Monument Association, and the Eureka McConnell Science Center — with hundreds of partners, volunteers and donors attending. WesternSlopeNow.com
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mesa County tallied the final votes from the 2025 Coordinated Election showing that incumbent Andrea Haitz in District C likely will retain her seat against Mike Rathbone. In District D, newcomer Kaci Cole holds a nine percent lead over incumbent Will Jones and in District E, former educator Vicki Woods maintains a 14 percent advantage — officials will certify the results in several weeks. KJCT
- ➤ On Nov. 5, Mesa County Workforce Center hosted a free in-person workshop for job seekers over 50 at 9 a.m.—the center will hold four virtual sessions later this month to build resumes, practice interviews, and develop LinkedIn skills. Participants needing accommodations should contact Disability Program Navigator Jeana Brown by email or phone. Mesa County
- ➤ Colorado voters approved two statewide ballot measures Tuesday to support the Healthy School Meals for All program—ensuring every public school student gets free breakfast and lunch—and to use extra tax revenue and raise taxes on households earning over $300K to boost local made-from-scratch meals. KKCO 11
- ➤ Mesa County Valley School District 51 is considering shifting school boundaries between Grand Junction and Central high schools to ease enrollment imbalances for the 2026-2027 year—families in the affected zones will experience gradual changes with limited grandfathering—and a community meeting is held today from 5–6 p.m. at Central High School Library to explain the plans. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Mesa County school board results show that District C incumbent Andrea Haitz is likely to keep her seat by a slim margin over Mike Rathbone. In District D, candidate Kaci Cole leads incumbent Will Jones by 9% & in District E, Vicki Woods holds a 14% lead over Angela Lema as final votes are still being tabulated. KKCO 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, November 6th, 2025, fire officials advised residents to change batteries in smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors when clocks change for daylight saving—this measure helps protect homes as heating turns on and holiday cooking increases fire risks. KJCT
- ➤ Before driving in winter weather, check road conditions and ensure your car is in good condition—drivers should top off fluids, have proper tires and fuel, and pack an emergency kit with blankets, water, and snacks. Chuck Marsh from the Colorado Department of Transportation advised slowing down on icy roads to reduce stopping distance. KJCT
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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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CMU Choirs and Orchestra Holiday Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Cost not specified — Celebrate the season with joyous performances of holiday favorites.
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Warren Miller's SNO-CIETY
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the joy of winter sports with thrilling skiing scenes and legendary athletes on the big screen.
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