Dog days at work
Today, Friday is “Take Your Dog to Work Day.” Bring a plastic bag (you know why), a leash, water bowl and snacks. Remember, never leave your pet in a hot car, even with the windows open.
PILT checks in
This year’s Mesa County payment in lieu of taxes from the feds of $1.5 million is the largest of any other county in Colorado. Garfield Co’s share is $1.08 mil, and Montrose CO will get $1.2 mil. The money compensates for federal land in the county.
Car stolen
Early Monday morning in the 400 block of Main, a man ordered another man out of his car at knife-point then took the victim's car and other belongings. The car was later found by its owner in the 1000 block of N. 12th St.
Man assaulted
Two unknown Hispanic men assaulted a man in the 1100 block of North Ave. It was reported Tuesday afternoon, cops said.
Trespass
Michael Balentine, 44, and Travis Shannon, 40, were given summonses for trespassing at 2790 D Rd., Wednesday.
Are you wanted?
GJ cops want you to visit ghcity.org, click on “Ten Most Wanted,” and see if you can help them find the bad guys. Info: 241-7867.
Go to the light
Someone living in the 200 block of E. Lynwood Lane reported someone took $100 of solar yard lights Wednesday.
Purse missing
A Denver resident reported leaving her purse at a gas pump at 2998 North Ave., and it was gone when she returned. Value: $605.
Dog days, pet parade
Sunday, June 23, is the WCO Animal Expo, MC fairgrounds, 10am - 6pm, $1. Info: 242-4646.
OHVehicles show off
Grand Mesa Jeep Club announces the off-road show at MC fairgrounds Saturday, June 21. Swap meet, show & tell, killer custom trophies. Cars, motorcycles, OHVs, something for all, 9-4. Info: 858-1394, 858-5169.
Great plays
2 Chairs Theater announces the final week of Acts of Brevity, a play comprised of brief plays. Shows are through Saturday, 7:30pm, $15 at the door. The shows are at West Gate Inn.
Church/sports camp
Canyon View Vineyard, 1st Presbyterian, New Life, River of Life, St. Matthew’s Episcopal, and Uncharted Waters Sports Ministry of Colo. Spgs., host a summer sports camp, June 23-27, at Long Family park, 5 – 8:15pm, $65. Free T-shirt. Coaching & instruction in soccer, basketball, and cheerleading for kids 6-12. Register at church or on the first day of camp.
Clay art
Clay art by The Art Center’s instructors & students will be for sale until the end of July. It’s functional and sculptural at reasonable prices. Sales benefit The Art Center’s ceramics studio. Info: 243-7337 x4.
3 Peaks, 3 Weeks
MSC grad Leah Hickman is raising money to help Africa. She’s hoping lots of people will partake in a half-marathon and 5K in Gateway July 5, 7:30am. $35, $40 after June 21.
NOT: Victoria goes secret
Victoria's Secret at Mesa Mall will move to a new store within the mall across from Zales Jewelers and Gap Outlet in October. The store is moving from 4,079 square feet to 7,303 square feet. Until it moves, it will continue operating at its current location. Also, Zales is remodeling its current location at Mesa Mall. Zales operates out of its location in Cafe Court until the new store opens.
Hanson on MDS board
Mesa Developmental Services added Rob Hanson to its SPEC-TRA Business Advisory Council, the vocational division of MDS. Hanson owns Hanson International of Western CO, and employs people with disabilities. Info: 243-3702.
Iowa needs help
If you want to donate to the American Red Cross to help with Iowa flooding, call 1-800-435-7669 or 242-4851 or visit redcross.org.
Monumental climb
The MC sheriff’s technical rescue team is gearing up to host its 19th annual climb to the top of Independence Monument on July 4, inside CO National Monument. You can go too, for $125, by calling Kris Hjelle 245-8513, Bob Smith, 640-0771.
Be a derby-dude, dude
Who doesn’t like the sounds of a roaring engine followed by the sound of crushing metal? If being in a head-to-head competition exhilarates you, then join the demolition derby at the MC Fair. Local drivers and cars needed for the derby, at MC fairgrounds Saturday, July 26, 7pm, $50 entry fee. Info: 256-1528.
Drive to support troops
Donate your unwanted car to Operation Interdependence through Vehicles For Charity. VFC will pick up your car, truck, jeep, ATV, snowmobile w/trailer, jet ski w/trailer, RV, motorcycle or boat. If it runs, VFC will pick it up, auction it and donate the proceeds to OI. All donations to OI go for packing expenses and postage to ship boxes to U.S. troops. Tax-deductible. Info: 523-4217 or to arrange a pick-up, 1-888-628-2277.
GJ film debuts Oct. 24
The movie filmed in GJ in June, “The Return,” is now called “The Lucky Ones” and will be released in movie theaters Oct. 24, said Lionsgate Ent. Mark your calendars.
Go back in time
GJ High Class of ‘68 will have its 40-year reunion July 18-19. Registration required. Info: Susan, 241-6815 or Beth, 255-7390 or gjhs1968.com.
How to handle PTSD
Three seminars on post traumatic stress disorder will be held at the GJ VA hospital July 9, 16 & 23, 5:30 – 7pm in bldg. 6. Open to the public but will focus on informing veterans, their family members, friends and clergy about symptoms of PTSD and its effects on veterans and those close to them. Info: 242-0731, then 1, then 2407.
Wild horses
BLM offers 35 mustangs & burros for adoption Saturday, June 28, Montrose CO Fairgrounds. This includes 30 mustangs under 5 and some that have been halter or saddle trained, and a few burros. Registration will be June 27, 5-8pm and June 28, 8:30 – 10:30am. Silent bid adoption will be June 28, 10:30 – 11:30am, Minimum bid of $125 for untrained animals.
Chamber after hours
This month’s business after hours will be at United Companies, 2273 River Rd., Tuesday, June 24, 5:30 - 7pm. Info: 242-3214.
Volunteer for hospice
Hospice & Palliative Care of W. CO will host a info night for potential volunteers in the GV Tuesday, June 24, 5:30 – 7:30pm, at the Hospice office, 2754 Compass Dr., Suite 102. As the Hospice Care Center nears completion, many volunteer opps are available. Info: 683-7619.
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