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Grand Junction
Friday, December 13th, 2024
Good morning, Grand Junction. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction High School is hosting its 26th annual holiday extravaganza with a 'cartoon Christmas' theme, featuring music and treats, to raise funds for the choir department. WesternSlopeNow.com
- ➤ The Salvation Army and Grand Junction Area Realtor Association team up to provide gifts through the annual Angel Tree Tag toy drive to support community members in need during the holiday season. KJCT
- ➤ The Junior Service League of Grand Junction awarded $35,000 to various Mesa County nonprofits, continuing its tradition of supporting local community services. KJCT
- ➤ Coloradans contributed $54.6 million to nonprofits in the 15th Annual Colorado Gives Day with 94,712 individuals participating. KJCT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire in a downtown Grand Junction apartment complex displaced five people, though no injuries were reported thanks to the rapid response of the fire department. KJCT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Grand Junction announces the opening of nominations for four City Council seats for the 2025 elections, with eligibility details and nomination process outlined on the city's official website. City of Grand Junction
- ➤ Mesa County Commissioners approved a $146,001 contract for a new salt shed to enhance road safety and protect the environment by storing road salt efficiently. Mesa County
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sprouts Farmers Market supplier recalls gyro kits in Mesa County due to potential salmonella risk, marking the second such recall this week. KJCT
- ➤ Whooping cough cases in the U.S. have significantly increased to over 27,000 this year, surpassing the total of the last four years combined, highlighting the cyclic nature of the disease and the crucial role of vaccinations. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel
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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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Women's Basketball: Colorado Mesa Mavericks vs. New Mexico Highlands Cowboys
The Colorado Mesa Mavericks women's basketball team will compete against the New Mexico Highlands Cowboys at Brownson Arena, offering a thrilling sports experience for fans.
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