Good Day
Grand Junction
Friday, December 6th, 2024
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Valley Transit is providing free bus rides on Fridays and Saturdays in December to facilitate holiday shopping and visits in Grand Junction, Fruita, and Palisade. KJCT
- ➤ Mike Bennett has been appointed as the new city manager of Grand Junction, bringing over a decade of experience from his previous role in Fruita, while the Gingerbread Contest & Showcase in Palisade changes its location to The Ordinary Fellow Winery due to a boiler issue. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
- ➤ Mesa County is inviting residents to make a positive impact by volunteering for various community boards, offering a meaningful way to contribute this holiday season. Mesa County
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Junction Business Incubator Center's annual Holiday Expo supported local entrepreneurs, boosting their growth and community engagement. KJCT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Damon 'Coach D' Gilmore of Palisade High School receives the December Golden Apple Award for his influential role in coaching football and lacrosse, and his positive impact on students. WesternSlopeNow.com
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Colorado updates its child passenger safety law, mandating new age and weight requirements for car seats and booster seats to improve safety, effective January 2025. KKCO 11
- ➤ The City of Grand Junction City Council has approved a $359.1 million budget for 2025, focusing on strategic outcomes like Placemaking, Thriving and Vibrant communities, and significant capital projects including housing and community recreation. City of Grand Junction
- ➤ Colorado updates child passenger safety law for the first time in 14 years, extending the age for booster seats and enhancing seat belt requirements starting January 2025. 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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