The City of Fruita has approved a $15,000 donation to Food Bank of the Rockies to help support Fruita residents experiencing food insecurity. The funding was unanimously approved by the Fruita City Council during its regular meeting on Nov. 18. Food Bank of the Rockies serves as a critical resource for families across the Western […]
The Bureau of Land Management is now offering permits to cut Christmas trees for personal use in Colorado. Trees are available only in specific areas of public lands, so be sure to take a map showing where you can cut trees from a local field office or online … and check it twice. The cost […]
The District 51 Foundation announced the 13th Round of Bloom Where You Are Planted grants, benefitting 47 Mesa County students who received funding that totaled almost $4,000. Bloom Where You Are Planted grants provide support to K-12 students with financial need, allowing them to pursue extracurricular activities. Since 2020, approximately $39,600 has been granted to […]
Gart Properties, a real-estate-investment, development and management firm that owns Canyon View Marketplace, 632 Market St. in Grand Junction, and is part-owner of Powderhorn Mountain Resorts, announced a leadership transition that reflects its growth and long-term strategic vision. Following 26 years as a partner and president of the company, Mark Sidell has been named Vice […]
Three Sisters Theatre Co. is teaming with Grand Junction Community Food Bank and Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Grand Valley for the “Friends Giving – GJ Community Food Bank Fundraiser.” The fundraiser takes place Nov. 21 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Grand Valley, 536 Ouray Ave. in Grand Junction. […]
The Palisade Chamber of Commerce is delighted to announce the return of Olde Fashioned Christmas, a cherished community tradition that kicks off the holiday season in true Palisade style. The celebration begins with the Palisade Parade of Lights on Dec. 5 at 5:30 p.m., followed by the Olde Fashioned Christmas & Winter Faire on Dec. […]
The Fruita City Market Fuel Center officially opened Nov. 12 at 437 W. Aspen Ave. (at the intersection of West Aspen Avenue and Coulson Street) after a soft opening the previous week. Photo by Tim Harty.
The 2025 West Slope Outdoor Recreation Industry Summit and Grand Valley Outdoor Recreation Coalition Industry Celebration & Awards will take place Nov. 13-14 in Grand Junction and Palisade. It will mark the start of a countywide Outdoor Recreation Master Plan and Feasibility Study to shape the future of outdoor access, infrastructure and economic opportunity across […]
Personal-injury law firm Killian, Davis & Richter announced it launched Killian Cares, a new community outreach initiative created to support and spotlight local nonprofit organizations that make a lasting difference in the lives of others. Through Killian Cares, the firm will select and partner with local nonprofits each month, offering financial support and volunteer participation […]
Artist Judy Rogan will hold an “art sale and studio clear-out” Nov. 14 from 4 to 8 p.m. and Nov. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Art & Soul Studio, inside the Margery Building at 523 1/2 Main St. in downtown Grand Junction. The event will feature original artwork, art supplies and more […]