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Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. What's Working: Gov. Polis picks 91 Colorado regions for potentially billions in investment (coloradosun.com) — Grand Junction is gaining a new offroad gear manufacturer as Avatar Offroad relocates its headquarters and production from Utah, backed by state and local incentives. The move, supported by the Grand Junction Economic Partnership and Colorado Mesa University, brings about 10 current jobs with plans for up to 40 more. Residents can expect new manufacturing opportunities and internships tied to the Rural Jump-Start program.
2. Angel Vigil to perform El Vaquero tales in Grand Junction (westernslopenow.com) — A special evening of storytelling with historian and performer Angel Vigil is coming to The Art Center of Western Colorado on Oct. 10, giving Grand Junction residents a chance to explore El Vaquero history while enjoying dessert. Proceeds support local student history programs like NextGen Chautauqua, helping youth across Western Colorado build research, performance, and public speaking skills.
3. Man Faces Assault and Child Abuse Charges (junctionnow.com) — A 50-year-old Grand Junction man was arrested after an alleged assault during a child custody exchange near Broadway and East Alcove Drive, with a child reportedly present. Mesa County deputies say he appeared highly intoxicated and now faces multiple charges, including third-degree assault, domestic violence counts, child abuse, and criminal mischief, as authorities urge victims to seek help.
4. Weekly Jail Bookings for 9/27/26 to 10/3/26 (junctionnow.com) — Grand Junction residents can now see the latest week of Mesa County Detention Center bookings, covering September 27 through October 3 and ranging from DUI and domestic violence to serious assault, homicide, and probation violations. The list, released under Colorado's open records laws, includes booking times, charge descriptions, and cautions that charges may stem from older cases or transfers. Full records are available through the JunctionNow app.
5. Grand Junction Air Show returns, drawing thousands to the airport (kkco11news.com) — Thousands of residents and visitors packed Grand Junction Regional Airport as the Grand Junction Air Show returned after a three-year break, featuring aerial demonstrations and the U.S. Navy Blue Angels. Locals described a sold-out, high-energy community gathering that continues Sunday with another full day of performances and aviation exhibits celebrating Western Colorado's flying heritage.
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