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Grand Junction
Friday, November 21st, 2025
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Mesa County Valley School District board meets at R-5 High School at 4:30 p.m. to swear in new board members while the public can join remotely. Later, Kandi Roy will distribute roughly 250 free Thanksgiving meals to truckers at Love’s gas station at 748 22 Road on November 27 and fire managers are set to burn slash piles in remote Mesa County areas through April 2026—steps aimed at reducing wildfire risks. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Local community members met Thursday night in Fruita to discuss Mesa County homelessness as panelists explained that 85% of residents were only two paychecks from homelessness—leaders noted that women over 50 made up the fastest growing group among the unhoused and called for coordinated efforts on housing, mental health, and economic challenges. KKCO 11
- ➤ Santa appeared at midday in Grand Junction and shared his festive plans—downtown tree lighting at 5 p.m. tomorrow, horse-drawn carriage rides on weekends from November 29 to December 20, Small Business Saturday on November 29, a parade of lights at 5 p.m. on December 6, and a Spirit of Christmas Walk from 5 to 8 p.m. on December 12. KJCT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Toys“R”Us will open a permanent store in Mesa Mall in Grand Junction in the former Joann location in the Dick’s Sporting Goods wing and may open as soon as tomorrow—before Black Friday. The store will then close for a few weeks in Q1 to update its space before reopening as a full Toys“R”Us location. The Business Times
- ➤ BIC is hosting its Holiday Expo today from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the BIC Campus — 2591 Legacy Way — in Grand Junction, transforming the area into an outdoor European-style marketplace where local entrepreneurs, vendors and Santa Claus highlight small businesses. Organizers expect over 800 attendees and advise visitors to dress warmly for the mainly outdoor event. KKCO 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Colorado Water Conservation Board voted unanimously on Wednesday to accept a joint offer from the Colorado River District and Public Service Company of Colorado for the Shoshone water rights that will protect the Colorado River and create the largest environmental water right in state history—water court must now confirm the agreement. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ The Bureau of Land Management announced it will start winter range closures on Dec. 1—restricting motorized use on select lands while keeping many trails open for hiking and horseback riding. The closures aim to protect wintering deer and elk and will affect Mesa, Delta, and Montrose Counties until May 1 as well as Eagle, Garfield, and Pitkin Counties until April 15. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ Commissioner Bobbie Daniel joined water leaders in Golden on Nov. 19 when the CWCB voted unanimously to add the Shoshone Water Rights to the state’s Instream Flow Program—an effort to protect West Slope water—while pushing for joint management with the Colorado River District. She warned that Mesa County would withdraw support if a joint management plan was not adopted. Mesa County
- ➤ Mesa County Department of Human Services hosted its monthly KAFM radio segment with Adoption Supervisor Kim Espindola to discuss National Adoption Month and the team’s work in finalizing adoptions and supporting families—explaining the process from the first inquiry through a required six-month placement while noting that 26 children and youth are free for adoption and eight still await a home. Mesa County
- ➤ A road report from November 20—posted at 5:24 a.m.—noted scattered showers and foggy conditions that slowed traffic and warned commuters of upcoming changes on Orchard Avenue. WesternSlopeNow.com
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross advised residents to check holiday lights and keep decorations away from heat sources—citing candle fires as a major risk during November and December. Homeowners are urged to test smoke alarms and practice escape plans to maintain safe homes throughout the season. KKCO 11
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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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KT Tunstall Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Get tickets now — Experience the iconic KT Tunstall in a captivating live show blending folk, rock, and pop.
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Home Free Holiday Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the holiday magic with all-vocal country sensations Home Free as they perform cherished classics and original tunes.
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Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
4:30-9 p.m. — The Feisty Pint — 25% off tickets with code UGLY25 until Nov 22nd — Get ready for a festive crawl in your best ugly sweater.
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Mary Poppins Musical
7 PM — The Avalon Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the beloved nanny's magical adventures in a delightful musical adaptation.
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Disney's Mary Poppins - The Musical
2-3:30 p.m. — The Avalon Theatre — Tickets start at $56 — Experience the enchanting tale of Mary Poppins brought to life on stage.
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