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Sunday, December 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Grand Junction's annual Parade of Lights featured over 100 floats, including a custom Lightning McQueen car by Manny Ramirez, bringing joy to children.  KJCT
  • The 32nd annual Shop with a Cop event in Grand Junction pairs law enforcement officers with students for a holiday shopping experience, funded entirely by donations and sponsorships.  Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
  • The 45th annual HOG Toy Run, organized by Harley owners in Western Colorado, gathered new, unwrapped toys for children and seniors, showing strong community support during the holidays.  KJCT
  • SummitWest Care is dedicated to enabling individuals of all ages to spend the holidays at home by offering essential in-home care services.  KKCO 11

CRIME NEWS

  • A 48-year-old Clifton man, Billy Webb, was arrested for various sex crimes involving a minor and providing illegal drugs, among other incidents in the community including a pedestrian accident and a separate child abuse charge against another individual.  Grand Junction Daily Sentinel

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Grand Valley Christmas Market in Colorado provides a vital platform for small businesses to showcase their products to the community during the holiday season.  KKCO 11

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Grand Junction Regional Airport has been granted $1.3 million by the FAA for air traffic control tower modernization, part of a larger $46 million capital improvement effort, including runway relocation and infrastructure upgrades.  Grand Junction Daily Sentinel

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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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.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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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.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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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.

    Sat, 12/21/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/22/24

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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.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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