Closures and Delays In Observance of Labor Day
MESA COUNTY, Colo.- There will be a number of closures and delays, both locally and statewide, in observance of Labor Day.
View ArticleLocal Group Encourages Residents and Businesses to Think Green
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.- A recently founded group in Grand Junction is celebrating a recent business partnership focused on improving the Grand Valley's environment.
View ArticleSheriff's Department: No charges filed in pit bull attack on infant
Mesa County Sheriff's Department will not press charges in a case in which an eight-month-old infant was attacked by the family's pit bull on Tuesday night.
View ArticleDog Attack Update: Pit Bull in Rabies Quarantine
The pit bull that attacked an infant Tuesday night is being held in rabies quarantine at Mesa County Animal Services.
View ArticleBaby's face disfigured by pit bull; no charges
A copy of the incident reports associated with this case will be attached to this story online, at GJSentinel.com.
View ArticleGrand Junction man arrested in bomb case
A Grand Junction man who recently completed a sentence for attempting what police called a Columbine-type attack on Palisade High School has been arrested on new bomb-related charges.
View ArticleMesa County Libraries Announces Schedule Changes
MESA COUNTY Mesa County Libraries wants to make patrons aware of a number of schedule changes taking place over the next two weeks.
View ArticleExpect more smoke in the air next 2 months
The fall open burning season begins September, 1, and runs through October, 31. But, there are a few things you should know in order to stay safe and legal before you act.
View ArticleFlash Flood Warning for north-central Mesa County
At 2:57 p.m. MDT the National Weather service issued a Flash Flood Warning for central Garfield County, south-central Garfield county, and north-central Mesa County.
View ArticleReaction to Federal Government's decision to not sue over pot laws
People here on the Western Slope responded to a recent announcement by the Federal Government to not pursue legal action against state marijuana laws.
View ArticleMesa County Court Opens Self-Help Facility
The Mesa County Combined Courts has opened a self-help center for people representing themselves in non-criminal court proceedings.
View ArticleMesa County Criminal Justice Services Honored for Innovation
MESA COUNTY, Colo. - Mesa County has received national recognition for developing an innovative system that takes several factors into account when determining bond rates for defendants.
View Article7 men vying for seats on school board
The seven men running for three District 51 School Board seats only became official candidates this week.
View ArticleBody Found in Clifton
Authorities with the Mesa County Sheriff's Office say a woman, who was walking her dog in the 500 block of Autumn Breeze Drive around 8:30 a.m. Saturday, came across a body lying face down in a front...
View ArticleDiscovery of dead body shakes up neighborhood
A woman found a dead body when she was out walking her dog Saturday morning on Autumn Breeze Drive in Clifton, what residents say is usually a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood.
View ArticleHelping to Keep Teen Drivers Safe
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.- According to the Mesa County Health Department, Grand Junction teen drivers have been involved in more motor vehicle accidents than any other age group.
View ArticleKannah Creek Donates Proceeds to Habitat for Humanity
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.- Thanks to many residents on this Labor Day, Kannah Creek was able to donate more than $400 to Habitat for Humanity of Mesa County.
View ArticleResidents weigh in on their wages
While fast food workers around the country protesting low wage, many right here in Mesa County have an opinion on the amount of money they are making.
View ArticleDA says cops justified in fatal I-70 shooting
Police in July "absolutely had no choice" but to shoot a man - who was shot at least 14 times - after he'd crashed his truck while fleeing pursuing officers on Interstate 70 and displayed a pellet gun...
View Article'B4 Babies and Beyond' Program Receives Hefty Grant
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.- Caring for Colorado is giving Hilltop another reason to lend a helping hand.
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