

Starting in 2028, the NJCAA reduces the JUCO Baseball World Series from 10 to 8 teams, a move designed to lower travel and lodging costs for smaller junior colleges competing in Grand Junction.

Garfield County commissioners approved a lease for Ruedi Reservoir shares, signed support for a $400,000 veterans' housing project in Silt, and unfroze a sheriff's deputy position.

Gary Swallow, a 91-year-old Rifle oil pioneer and civic leader instrumental in building the Rifle Creek Golf Course and park district, has died. He is survived by his wife Muriel and leaves a lasting legacy in the community.

Mesa County and WD Yards begin their fourth year of Japanese beetle eradication on May 19, targeting grubs to protect the Grand Valley's agricultural economy despite a drop in beetle counts.

Garfield County Libraries transform into vibrant community hubs this week with diverse programming including bilingual storytime, workforce development, and cultural events across Rifle, Glenwood Springs, and Silt.
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