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GJ Rotary Club gives money to community organizations

After some lighthearted discussion about a missing gavel being replaced by a sandwich bag filled with sawdust, Grand Junction Rotary Club President Joe Warner presented more than $16,000 to several local organizations at their Wednesday ...

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Spring gardening workshops a bloomin’ deal

The everyday habits of a backyard gardener can have detrimental effects to the commercial orchards and gardens in the Grand Valley. That’s why it’s important to know how to prune, plant and spray insecticide properly, according ...

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Inclement weather forces spring breakers inside

The harsh, snowy weather Monday morning was an unwelcome sight for those in charge of entertaining kids on spring break. Shon Birch, recreation coordinator for the city of Grand Junction’s Kid’s Day Out program, planned a day of ...

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Bare Hair for the Chair

Bookcliff Middle School shaves teachers’ heads to raise money for a student’s wheelchair.  ...

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Gators treated to rock concert, “Music Making Music”

The Mount Garfield Middle School Gators were treated to an afternoon rock-n-roll concert on the last day of school before spring break. The band Going Second performed a live alternative rock concert in an effort to encourage students to ...

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Rocket Park gets final makeover

The last phase to the Rocket Park remodel has begun. Last week, crews from the city of Grand Junction’s Parks and Recreation department removed the old play structures and leveled the ground in preparation for the new rocket-inspired, ...

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Murdoch’s chicks

A sure sign of spring — the baby chicks arrive at Murdoch’s.  ...

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Pomona celebrates reading with ‘Green Eggs and Ham’

The first- and second-graders in Mrs. Reesberg’s class at Pomona Elementary were treated with a culinary extravaganza Tuesday morning in honor of “Read Across America” day, which is celebrated in conjunction with Dr. ...

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Peeps cheep at Murdoch’s

A certain sign of spring arrived at Murdoch’s Ranch and Home Supply this weekend. The cheeps and peeps of hundred of baby chicks can be heard the instant customers pass through the automatic double doors of the store. “This is ...

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Dinky Dogs sets up shop in out-of-the-way location

Looking for a quick, cheap and delicious Chicago-style hot dog or giant stuffed potato? “X” marks an unlikely spot right behind the Department of Energy on B 3/4 Road, behind Orchard Mesa Cemetery. Dinky Dogs Gourmet Hot Dogs ...

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