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Organizers Called the Oct. 3-4 Event at Grand Junction Regional Airport a "Small Step Forward" in Efficiency Compared to Previous Years, Even with Attendee Complaints About Food, Water, and Transportation Waits.
The Daily Sentinel Is Requesting Photos and Addresses of Creatively Decorated Homes for Upcoming Features.
Ten Community Organizations, Including District 51 Foundation and Roice-Hurst Humane Society, Received Funding From the Club's Annual Raffle.
Renata, a Horse From Grand Valley Horse Rescue, Secured First Place in a Junior Course, Demonstrating the Success of Specialized Training for Animals with Hearing Impairments.
Mesa County Public Health Will Establish a Tri-County Veteran Support Hub to Address High Suicide Rates Among Local Veterans, Who Are Impacted at Double Their Population Share.
A Dedicated Quilting Club in St. Louis Creates Handmade Blankets for Individuals in Need, Offering a Model of Community Engagement and Support.
Suki, a Two-Year-Old Shepherd Mix, Is Seeking a Home with an Outdoor-Loving Family, According to Grand Rivers Humane Society Representative Brady Kappius.
Debbie Rich of Next Chapter Is Hosting an Event Next Wednesday at the Grand Junction Recreation Center, Offering Guidance on Downsizing and Future Planning for Older Residents.
A Community Speakers Event at the Old Mesa County Courthouse on September 17 Focused on the Idea That a Constitution's Words Are Not Enough Without Active Citizen Engagement.
Pilots Conducted Practice Flights at Grand Junction Regional Airport This Week, Detailing How the Western Slope's Higher Elevation and Unique Scenery Will Shape Their Upcoming Air Show Demonstrations.
Artist Terry Burnett Will Re-Install the Distinctive Metal Apple, a Piece From Art on the Corner, After a Year-Long Absence for Repainting, Coinciding with the 2026 Downtown Grand Junction Art Festival.
The Grand Junction Regional Airport Hosted Thousands for the First Day of the Air Show's Return, Featuring Aerial Demonstrations and the U.s. Navy Blue Angels.
The Federally Funded LEAP Program Offers Help with Energy Costs for Eligible Local Families, Seniors, and Individuals Through April 2027.
Two Coloradans, Including a Local Math Teacher, Experienced High-Speed Maneuvers with the U.s. Navy Blue Angels on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, as a Promotion for the Upcoming Grand Junction Air Show.
The Annual Outdoor Event Brought Together New Families, NFP Nurses, and Community Resources, Underscoring Vital Support for Grand Valley Mothers Facing Higher-Than-Average Local Risks.
York County Libraries, in Partnership with Mission Telecom, Have Significantly Increased the Availability of Free Wi-Fi Devices for Cardholders, Addressing a Critical Need for Internet Connectivity.
Organizers Are Seeking to Raise Funds for a 45-Foot Brachiosaurus Fossil Casting to Be Installed at the Grand Junction Regional Airport by 2028, Honoring a Significant Local Paleontological Discovery.
Organizers Require All General Admission Attendees to Park Off-Site and Use Shuttle Buses to Grand Junction Regional Airport, Aiming to Prevent Traffic Congestion Seen in 2023.
The Owner and Head Instructor of Seibu-Kan Karate Studio on North Avenue Has Shaped Students for Decades and Continues to Teach Despite a Parkinson's Diagnosis.
The Grand Junction-Based Company Will Give Away a New Garage Door System to a Local Resident Nominated for Their Selfless Community Contributions.
New Veterinary Clinic and Public Spaces Open Following $600,000 Investment to Meet Growing Needs for Pets and Pet Lovers in Mesa County.

The Court Appointed Special Advocates of Mesa County Has Relocated to 1048 Independent Avenue, Expanding Its Capacity for Volunteer Training and Establishing New Supervised Visitation Rooms for Local Children and Families.


























