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Grand Junction
Saturday, December 7th, 2024
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Junction Fire Department efficiently extinguished a shed fire caused by improperly discarded ashes, highlighting the importance of safe ash disposal. KKCO 11
- ➤ The City of Grand Junction invites artists to apply for creating artwork at the new Fire Station 7, highlighting the area's rail history and its links to the electric train system. KKCO 11
- ➤ The City of Grand Junction is considering changes to the 7th Street Corridor to better accommodate pedestrians and cyclists, eliciting mixed reactions from local business owners. KJCT
- ➤ Upcoming construction and repair projects in Grand Junction for the week of December 9, 2024, will lead to various travel restrictions, including lane closures and detours, potentially causing traffic delays. City of Grand Junction
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Andrew Gregg was sentenced to 196 years in prison for a 2021 convenience store robbery and subsequent crimes, including burglary, aggravated robbery, and assault on a police officer. Mesa County
- ➤ A 73-year-old woman faces assault and child abuse charges in a case that appears connected to alleged abuses at Colorado Mesa University's Little Mavericks Learning Center. KJCT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Incubator Center in Grand Junction hosted its annual Holiday Expo to showcase over 25 local businesses, including Tobiq and the Palisade Coffee Company, highlighting the center's role in nurturing small businesses. WesternSlopeNow.com
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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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