Western Slope Weekend Guide: Fair Season Warm-Up, Live Music, Quilts, Cars, and Library Finds
Fair season is almost here, but the Western Slope still has a packed July 10-12 weekend with KAFM benefit music, the Black Canyon Quilt Show, a Loma car show, farmers markets, library events, comedy, jazz, and free live music from Palisade to Carbondale.
Resources available for Coloradans affected by wildfires around the state
As major wildfires burn across Colorado, residents can find evacuation shelters, emergency housing, disaster recovery help, 211 referrals, fire restriction updates, and donation funds for communities affected by the Aspen Acres, Gold Mountain, Snyder, Ferris, Willow, and Big Sheep fires.
Western Slope Civic and Municipal Wrap-Up Week Ending July 4
Western Slope local governments entered July with wildfire restrictions, evacuation notices, postponed fireworks, road preservation work, airport upgrades, public health alerts, and new opportunities for residents to weigh in on city priorities.Latest Articles
New Roan Plateau Drilling Proposal Rekindles Conservation Fight on the Western Slope
A proposed new round of oil and gas leasing on the Roan Plateau is renewing debate over energy development, wildlife habitat, and public lands. Conservation groups are urging federal officials to protect one of the Western Slope's most ecologically significant landscapes.
CPW Requests Afternoon Fishing Pause on Three Gunnison-Area Streams as Drought Stresses Trout
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has enacted voluntary afternoon fishing closures on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River, Tomichi Creek, and Cochetopa Creek as drought, low water, and rising temperatures place increasing stress on trout populations.
Grand Junction Residents Invited to Share Feedback in 2026 Community Survey
Grand Junction residents have until July 20 to participate in the City's 2026 Community Satisfaction Survey. The survey will help guide future planning, City services, and investment priorities while giving every resident an opportunity to share feedback on the community.
Grand Junction Traffic Alert: Major Road Closures Continue Across the City During Week of July 13
Several major construction projects continue across Grand Junction during the week of July 13. Closures remain in place on Crosby Avenue, Four Canyons Parkway, D ½ Road, and Highway 340, with additional lane reductions and overnight work expected throughout the city.
Montrose Awarded $3.3 Million to Clean Up Former Bullock Power Plant
Montrose will receive a $3.3 million EPA Brownfields Cleanup grant to remediate the former Bullock Electric Steam Plant along the Uncompahgre River, with plans for future river access, trail connections, green space, and a possible indoor climbing gym.News
New Roan Plateau Drilling Proposal Rekindles Conservation Fight on the Western Slope
A proposed new round of oil and gas leasing on the Roan Plateau is renewing debate over energy development, wildlife habitat, and public lands. Conservation groups are urging federal officials to protect one of the Western Slope's most ecologically significant landscapes.
Events
Glenwood Springs Ready to Celebrate 129th Annual Strawberry Days Festival This Weekend
Strawberry Days returns to Glenwood Springs June 19–21! The 129th annual festival brings free strawberries and ice cream, a massive food court featuring Slow Groovin BBQ and Hillbilly Grill, the Strawberry Shortcut races, and a massive Saturday night anniversary drone show to Two Rivers Park.
Cycle Safety Fest and Crime Stoppers Car Show Returns to Grand Junction April 18
Grand Junction’s Cycle Safety Fest and Crime Stoppers Car Show returns April 18 at Mesa County Fairgrounds. Enjoy car displays, bike safety courses, demos, food trucks, and hands-on activities for all ages from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Government
Colorado county clerks to mail out 2026 primary ballots this week
Colorado county clerks are mailing June 30 primary ballots. Registered party members get their party’s ballot, while unaffiliated voters (over 50% of the state's 4M voters) get both major party ballots. Voters can update registration by June 22 to receive a mail-in ballot.
From Affordable Housing to Public Camping Rules: Key Decisions Coming This Week Across the Western Slope
A packed week of public meetings across the Western Slope will address affordable housing, public camping rules, water security, infrastructure spending, and development proposals. Here's what residents in Mesa, Montrose, and Garfield counties should know before attending.
Western Slope Civic Wrap-Up: Local Government Approves Millions for Affordable Housing While Neighbors Battle High-Density Zoning Changes
Local leaders across Colorado’s Western Slope pushed through massive housing bonds, fought federal broadband red tape, and faced angry neighbors over new high-density development this week. From Grand Junction to Glenwood Springs, big money is moving to shape how local communities grow.
Latest Articles
New Roan Plateau Drilling Proposal Rekindles Conservation Fight on the Western Slope
A proposed new round of oil and gas leasing on the Roan Plateau is renewing debate over energy development, wildlife habitat, and public lands. Conservation groups are urging federal officials to protect one of the Western Slope's most ecologically significant landscapes.
CPW Requests Afternoon Fishing Pause on Three Gunnison-Area Streams as Drought Stresses Trout
Colorado Parks and Wildlife has enacted voluntary afternoon fishing closures on the Lake Fork of the Gunnison River, Tomichi Creek, and Cochetopa Creek as drought, low water, and rising temperatures place increasing stress on trout populations.
Grand Junction Residents Invited to Share Feedback in 2026 Community Survey
Grand Junction residents have until July 20 to participate in the City's 2026 Community Satisfaction Survey. The survey will help guide future planning, City services, and investment priorities while giving every resident an opportunity to share feedback on the community.
Grand Junction Traffic Alert: Major Road Closures Continue Across the City During Week of July 13
Several major construction projects continue across Grand Junction during the week of July 13. Closures remain in place on Crosby Avenue, Four Canyons Parkway, D ½ Road, and Highway 340, with additional lane reductions and overnight work expected throughout the city.
