Events This Weekend on the Western Slope — July 17–19 Fair season is in full swing on the Western Slope. The Mesa County Fair wraps up as Montrose celebrates its 140th fair, plus Lee Brice, Asleep at the Wheel, Palisade wine events, markets, live music and more. Here’s what to do July 17–19. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Montrose Montrose Traffic Alert: Rio Grande and East Oak Grove Intersection to Close Through Mid-September The intersection of Rio Grande Avenue and East Oak Grove Road will close beginning July 27 as crews complete Montrose's new roundabout. The closure is expected to last through mid-September, with detours in place while local access to nearby businesses and parks remains open. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Grand Junction Grand Junction Traffic Alert: Week of July 20, 2026 Drivers should expect continued delays across Grand Junction the week of July 20 as construction impacts Four Canyons Parkway, Crosby Avenue, D ½ Road, Patterson Road, Highway 340, and several downtown streets. Plan extra travel time and follow posted detours. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 3 min read
Montrose Montrose Recreation District Names Justin Mashburn as New Executive Director The Montrose Recreation District has selected longtime leader Justin Mashburn as its next Executive Director. After nearly 21 years with the district, Mashburn will lead future recreation programs, capital projects, and community partnerships beginning July 20. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Government Western Slope Civic Look-Ahead: Housing, Budgets and Public Safety Decisions Lead This Week Housing, county budgets, transportation funding, and public safety ordinances headline this week's local government meetings across the Western Slope during the week of July 13–17. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Government Western Slope Civic Wrap-Up: Wildfires, Housing, Recycling and New Colorado Laws Local governments responded to wildfire emergencies, advanced housing projects, invested in regional infrastructure, and prepared for next year's budgets during the week of July 3–10. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
The Lake Fork of the Gunnison is pictured in current low-flow conditions. CPW photo Outdoors & Recreation 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. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Grand Junction 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. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 1 min read
Grand Junction 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. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Montrose 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. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Farmers Market at Cross Orchards — Cross Orchards Historic Site Events 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. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Government 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. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Montrose Montrose Slurry Seal Work Starts July 6, With Road Closures and Parking Restrictions Expected Montrose slurry seal work begins July 6 and is expected to last about three weeks. Drivers should watch for road closures, one-lane traffic, parking restrictions, flaggers, pilot cars, and early trash collection needs. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Interactive map of Gold Mountain Fire Evacuation Zones: Click to view https://arcg.is/0fO8Gv0 Montrose County Montrose County Issues Voluntary Evacuation for Zone 34 Near Gold Mountain Fire Montrose County has issued a voluntary evacuation for Zone 34 near the Gold Mountain Fire, including properties south of P77 Road and Cimarron Road and parts of P77 Road north of the intersection. Residents may leave now if they feel unsafe. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Photo by Emanuel V / Unsplash News Colorado Civic Roundup: New July 1 Laws, I-25 Speed Cameras, and Holiday Fire Risk Colorado’s new fiscal year brings July 1 laws on 3D-printed firearms, conversion therapy civil claims, and mobile home tax notices, while CDOT adds I-25 speed cameras and warns drivers about holiday traffic and wildfire risk. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
News Western Colorado Residents Warn BLM Oil and Gas Rule Could Shift Cleanup Costs to Taxpayers Western Colorado residents and public lands advocates warn that a federal proposal to lower oil and gas bonding requirements could increase the risk of orphaned wells, taxpayer-funded cleanup, and reduced public input on leasing decisions. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Montrose Montrose Closes Buckhorn Lakes Due to Gold Mountain Fire Threat The City of Montrose has closed Buckhorn Lakes because of wildfire danger from the Gold Mountain Fire in Ouray County. The city-owned park southeast of Montrose is under pre-evacuation notice, and residents are urged to follow official emergency updates. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Glenwood Springs Glenwood Springs Announces Facility Closures for July, August, and Early October Glenwood Springs residents should plan for several city facility closures, including July 4 holiday closures, a July 22 landfill and recycling closure, Community Center maintenance from August 23-30, and a downtown parking garage closure from August 3-October 3. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Grand Junction Grand Junction Traffic Alert: Closures and Lane Restrictions Continue for Week of July 6 Grand Junction drivers should expect closures, detours, lane restrictions, and overnight work during the week of July 6, including impacts on Crosby Avenue, Four Canyons Parkway, D ½ Road, Riverside Parkway, Ute Avenue, Pitkin Avenue, and Highway 340. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 3 min read
Mesa County Mesa County and Grand Junction Civic Week Ahead: Fire Rules, Housing, Redlands Traffic, and Holiday Closures Mesa County and Grand Junction head into a shortened holiday week with fire restrictions, housing policy updates, Redlands traffic impacts, and camping ordinance enforcement among the key civic issues to watch. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 4 min read
Resources Western Slope Wildfire Emergency Resource Guide Find official wildfire resources for Mesa and Ouray counties, including emergency alerts, shelter locations, animal support, road closures, air quality links, and go-bag steps for residents preparing for changing fire conditions. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
News Mesa and Ouray County Fire Emergency: Evacuations, Closures, Shelters, and Resources Multiple fires are active across Mesa and Ouray counties, with evacuation notices, highway closures, smoke advisories, and fire restrictions changing quickly. Here are official updates, shelters, hotlines, and preparation steps. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 6 min read
Photo by chris robert / Unsplash Government Western Slope Independence Day Closures: What’s Open and Closed Friday, July 3 Many Western Slope government offices will close Friday, July 3, for Independence Day. Emergency services remain active, while trash routes, landfills, animal services, and city facilities vary by county and municipality. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 2 min read
Grand Junction Grand Junction Traffic Alert: Road Closures, Lane Restrictions, and Overnight Work for Week of June 29 Grand Junction drivers should expect closures, lane restrictions, detours, and overnight work during the week of June 29, including impacts on Crosby Avenue, Four Canyons Parkway, D ½ Road, Riverside Parkway, Ute Avenue, Pitkin Avenue, and Highway 340. By Western Slope Trellis Staff • 3 min read
