Good Day
Grand Junction
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2024
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Mesa County Sheriff's Office provides crucial advice to prevent holiday scams, emphasizing the importance of vigilance with valuables, package delivery, and verifying charity legitimacy. KJCT
- ➤ The Grand Junction Police Department offers advice to secure homes over the holidays, including locking doors, managing mail, and using security systems. KKCO 11
- ➤ The Grand Junction Police Department will collect new and unwrapped toys at their 'Stuff the Bearcat' event on December 8 to support Toys for Tots, aiming to provide gifts for children during the holiday season. KKCO 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An investigation has begun following new child abuse allegations at the Little Mavericks Learning Center, a preschool program at Colorado Mesa University. KKCO 11
- ➤ Two men were arrested in Grand Junction for allegedly firing a gun from a car, facing multiple charges including reckless endangerment and felony menacing. KJCT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Limelight Rainforest, led by Colorado Mesa University, won the $5 million XPRIZE Rainforest competition by developing innovative technology to evaluate rainforest biodiversity. Colorado Public Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Intermountain Health St. Mary's Regional Hospital in Grand Junction has been recognized as one of the first community hospitals in the U.S. to receive the highest level of vascular care verification by the American College of Surgeons and the Society for Vascular Surgery. KJCT
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9th Annual Santa Cause Run for Inclusive Playgrounds
Experience a community-run event aimed at funding inclusive playground equipment, organized by Parks and Recreation in collaboration with Kiwanis.
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Christmas Celebration with the Celts
Experience a vibrant blend of ancient Irish Christmas Carols, contemporary holiday hits, and captivating Irish dance in a lively interactive performance.
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12 Days of Holiday Discounts at Chow Down Pet Supplies
Enjoy 25% off on a variety of pet supplies, excluding food, supplements, litter, and human clothing, during the promotional event from December 13 to December 24.
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2024 Masonic Christmas Craft Fair
The 2024 Masonic Christmas Craft Fair offers a variety of local artisans showcasing crafts, gifts, and food, along with interactive family activities such as free Emergency Child ID kits.
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Grand Junction Care Partners Monthly Support Group
This monthly support group offers care partners a space to share resources and experiences related to managing Parkinson’s disease, available both in person and online.
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Nutcracker Ballet Performance by Colorado West Performing Arts Company
Experience the enchanting Nutcracker Ballet performed by the Colorado West Performing Arts Company at the Asteria Theatre in Grand Junction, featuring a talented cast and opportunities to meet the performers.
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Annie the Musical at The Avalon Theatre
Experience the beloved musical 'Annie,' which tells the inspiring story of an orphan's journey to find her parents in 1930s New York City.
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Annie the Musical at The Avalon Theatre
Experience the classic musical 'Annie', which follows the journey of an optimistic orphan in 1930s New York City as she seeks her parents with the help of her friends.
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NYE Mascarade Recovery Ball (Peer 180 RCO)
Dress up on Mascarade & celebrate NYE with Peer 180. Lincoln Park Barn 8:00, tickets $10 in advance.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler.
~ Albert Einstein
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