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Good morning to you Grand Junction! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How St. Mary's new tech could change cancer care in Grand Junction.
  • Grand Junction police probe deadly scooter hit-and-run near D Road
  • See how Grand Junction is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month through October

Also on today's calendar: Colorado Archaeological Society Monthly Meeting and Free Lecture and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A stray afternoon t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, temps: high: 77, low: 59.
  • Friday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 84 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. St. Mary's purchases new cancer-care tech (thebusinesstimes.com) — Cancer patients in Grand Junction now have access to more precise, comfortable radiation treatment thanks to more than $2 million in new technology at St. Mary's Cancer Centers of Colorado. A new CT simulator, upgraded surface-guided radiation tools, and a highly adjustable treatment couch help doctors better target tumors while sparing healthy tissue. The improvements especially benefit patients with head, neck, brain, and lung cancers.
   

2. Scooter Rider Killed in Suspected Hit-and-Run (junctionnow.com) — Grand Junction police are investigating a suspected hit-and-run that killed a woman riding a scooter early Monday near Westland Avenue and D Road. First responders rushed her to a local hospital, but she later died from her injuries, and authorities say the case remains an active, ongoing investigation.
   

3. Western Colorado Latino Chamber kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month (kkco11news.com) — Grand Junction's Western Colorado Latino Chamber of Commerce has launched Hispanic Heritage Month with a lively kickoff at the Art Center and a full calendar of events through Oct. 15. Two District 51 dual language teachers at Dual Immersion Academy received the Hispanic Advancement Award for helping local students learn in both English and Spanish while deepening cultural understanding.
   

4. Grand Junction River Hawks set to begin new season in a new League (kkco11news.com) — Grand Junction's River Hawks are about to launch their first season in the high-profile North American Hockey League, with home games at River City Sportsplex starting Friday, Sept. 18. After a breakout inaugural year and a division title, players say they're aiming for a championship and counting on loud local crowds. Fans can expect faster, higher-level hockey on the Western Slope this fall.
   

5. SPARK Summit returns with focus on leadership, AI, business growth (thebusinesstimes.com) — Business owners in Grand Junction can attend the SPARK Summit at Colorado Mesa University on Sept. 23, featuring sessions on leadership, artificial intelligence, and executive finance. With nine speakers and multiple keynotes and master classes, the one-day conference offers local access to high-level training without traveling to the Front Range or out of state.
   

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  • My little boy loves planes and I am wondering if there is anywhere near the airport I can take him to see the planes take off!
    When I was younger my grandfather used to take me to a spot and they took off right into the front of the car and I can remember it like it was… (Nextdoor Harmony)
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Ok Grand Junction! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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