2026 Amp at Las Colonias Concert Schedule Announced
Stellar lineup features Billy Currington, Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms, and more along the Colorado River
Colorado Breaks March Temperature Records
CMU Student Arrested After Gun Found in Dorm Bathroom
Lifestyle
New Lighting to Boost Safety Along 32 1/2 Road in Grand Junction
Mesa County approves $182,459.75 agreement with Xcel Energy to install new street lights along the 32 1/2 Road corridor.

Grand Junction Sees Surge in Accessory Dwelling Units
City's $450,000 investment in ADU program leads to over 130% increase in production
Shoe Drive at Pathways Family Shelter Donates Over 200 Pairs
Mesa Valley Education Association and Homeward Bound team up to provide shoes for families in need.
Entertainment
Grand Junction Film Seeks Male Lead for College Radio Comedy
Independent feature film set to begin production in Fall 2026 is casting for a sarcastic, awkward underdog college student to star.

Colorado Springs' Ford Amphitheatre Becomes Top Music Venue
The new amphitheater overcame neighbor complaints to earn a spot on Billboard's top venues list.
Grand Junction Film Seeks Male Lead for College Radio Comedy
Independent feature film looking for 18-25 year old actor to play sarcastic, awkward underdog in upcoming production.
Health
Family Health West opens new behavioral health clinic in Fruita
The clinic brings together mental health services previously spread across multiple locations.

Community Hospital and Montrose Regional Health Explore Partnership to Strengthen Care in Western Colorado
The proposed collaboration aims to create efficiencies and keep care local while allowing both hospitals to remain independent.
Colorado Offers $100 Incentive to Quit Nicotine
State program aims to help adults kick the habit through free coaching calls.
Weather
Western Colorado Sees Unseasonable Warmth This Weekend
Temperatures to reach 70s before plunging back to 80s next week

Early Pollen Triggers Allergy Symptoms, Concerns for Farmers
Unusually warm winter brings blooms weeks ahead of schedule in Colorado
Gusty Winds and Average Temperatures Move Into Western Slope
Colorado braces for stormy weather with high winds and fluctuating temperatures this week.
Crime
Grand Junction Man Arrested for Domestic Violence, Child Abuse, Resisting Arrest
Police say the incident was isolated with no ongoing danger to the community.

Man arrested after alleged armed robbery in Grand Junction
Police apprehended 24-year-old Paul Lucero following a brief standoff after he allegedly held a victim at gunpoint and stole their belongings.
Robbery Suspect Arrested After High-Risk Traffic Stop
24-year-old Grand Junction man faces multiple charges following armed robbery and standoff with police