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If you've been holding back all your nickels and dimes, here's a chance to unload it at the annual Rotary vs. Kiwanis Christmas Kettle Bell Ringing Competition Dec. 5 to benefit the Salvation Army. Last year, the two clubs rang bells at approximately 30 area locations and raised over $44,000.
Getting to the truth on bioidenticals
Separate fact from fiction at a short seminar on Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women, Dec. 2, 6 p.m., at the Integrative Medicine Center of Western Colorado, 2470 F Road, suite 8. cost is $10. Space is limited. Register: 245-6911 or e-mail rsvp@imcwc.com.
Is it really as good as it sounds? Is it safe? Why does my doctor say “no” to it? Cut through the confusion and controversy.
DUI diaries
From GJPD reports: Denis Radke, 45, was arrested Monday and released on a summons for DUI and failing to display tail lamps at 5th St. & Ute Ave.
Trisha York, 32, was arrested Nov. 25 and released on a summons after she was contacted at US Hwy 6 & 50 and Redlands Pkwy for driving an unsafe motor vehicle, DUI, and driving on a suspended license.
Aaron Torline, 30, was arrested Sunday and released on a summons after he was contacted at 1830 N. 12th St. for failing to display head lamps when required, possession of drug paraphernalia, and DUI.
Last chance for snail mail
The U.S. Postal Service reminds everyone that holiday mail and packages for our U.S. troops stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan should be sent by this Friday, Dec. 4, for arrival by Christmas. Holiday mail going to other military overseas APO/FPO locations should be sent by Dec. 11.
Sloshed in court
According to MCSO, Harlan Watkins, 31, was taken into custody Monday at the Mesa County Justice Center after showing up to court intoxicated.
Chili supper round-up
The Redlands Lions Club is holding its annual Chili Supper & Cake Raffle, Fri., Dec. 4, 4-8:30 p.m., Redlands Middle School Cafeteria, 2200 Broadway. Adults $5, $4/ages 7-11, under 7 free. Proceeds to benefit all the great local programs the Lions support.
The Fruita Lioness is holding its annual all-you-can-eat Chili Supper, Dec. 18, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Fruita Police Community Room. Adults $4, children age 6-12 - $2, under 6 eat free. Also, cornbread, coffee and cocoa. Proceeds will go to Latimer house and Homeward Bound. Info: 858-6762.
Your comments, please
Reclamation's W. Colo. Area Office is preparing an environmental assessment to evaluate the impacts of a proposed system improvement project for Orchard Mesa Irrigation District, which includes construction of a 100-acre-foot reservoir on approximately 15 acres, construction of a recirc pump system at Duck Pond Park, etc. The plan is available at www.usbr.gov/uc/wcao/index.html under Current Focus.
An open house/info meeting is set from 6 to 8 p.m. at Mesa View Elem. School cafeteria, 2967 B Road, Thurs., Dec. 3, 2009. Written comments can be mailed to Terence Stroh, Bureau of Reclamation, 2764 Compass Dr., Suite 106, Grand Junction, CO 81506, or e-mailed to tstroh@usbr.gov.
Sticky fingers
Busy week for GJPD and shoplifters alike. It must be a sign of the holidays and the pressure the season put on gift giving. Just thinking out loud.
Here's the list of latest offenders, most of the activity taking place out at Mesa Mall: Kaycee MacDonald, 31; Pamela Castillo, 43; Barbra Canada, 20; Meredith Garrett, 28; Zachary Wells, 20; Jonathan Cagle, 21; Nestor Vasquez, 22; Antonio Schreiner, 23; Joseph Hill, 18; Randie Haack, 23; Omar Garcia, 31.
Food, cash collection
Now until Dec. 22, The Art Center, 1803 N. Seventh St., will be collecting non-perishable food items and cash donations for the Food Bank of the Rockies. The barrel for the items is right inside the front door, and the donation box is in The Art Center gift shop.
Quest for perfect gift ends here
The 2nd annual Holiday Extravaganza to benefit the Rotary Youth Exchange Program is happening Dec. 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 711 Independence Valley Drive, Redlands. There will be 25 vendors to help you in your creative quest for the perfect Christmas gifts. Come and enjoy our festive holiday atmosphere, silent auction, raffle, food, and drink -- even beer and sports in the theater for the fellas. All proceeds will go to the Rotary Youth Exchange Program to help support exchange students from our community. Silent auction will end promptly at 3 p.m. Info: Tracy Miller at tracyamiller@bresnan.net.
Beginning oil painting class
An opportunity for beginning oil painters and to learn new techniques from a renown Instructor Tues., Dec. 22, 1-5:30 p.m. Class taught by David Cook. Cost $15-$45 (based on your needs and experience). What do you want to get out of your four hours? Let him know and reserve your spot. Call 464-4819 to register. The Blue Pig Gallery, 119 W. 3rd St., Palisade.
Public open house set
The City of Fruita invites the community to a public open house Wed., Dec. 9, 6 p.m. at Dinosaur Journey. The open house is intended to gather public input on a proposed park development at the Kings View Open Space. The proposed park at completion would include an 18-hole disc golf course and an educational mountain bike terrain course.
Kings View Open Space is approximately 24 acres of river bottom land located on the southern banks of the Colorado River, east of highway 340, and extends west to the Snooks Bottom Open Space.
If you've been holding back all your nickels and dimes, here's a chance to unload it at the annual Rotary vs. Kiwanis Christmas Kettle Bell Ringing Competition Dec. 5 to benefit the Salvation Army. Last year, the two clubs rang bells at approximately 30 area locations and raised over $44,000.
Getting to the truth on bioidenticals
Separate fact from fiction at a short seminar on Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women, Dec. 2, 6 p.m., at the Integrative Medicine Center of Western Colorado, 2470 F Road, suite 8. cost is $10. Space is limited. Register: 245-6911 or e-mail rsvp@imcwc.com.
Is it really as good as it sounds? Is it safe? Why does my doctor say “no” to it? Cut through the confusion and controversy.
DUI diaries
From GJPD reports: Denis Radke, 45, was arrested Monday and released on a summons for DUI and failing to display tail lamps at 5th St. & Ute Ave.
Trisha York, 32, was arrested Nov. 25 and released on a summons after she was contacted at US Hwy 6 & 50 and Redlands Pkwy for driving an unsafe motor vehicle, DUI, and driving on a suspended license.
Aaron Torline, 30, was arrested Sunday and released on a summons after he was contacted at 1830 N. 12th St. for failing to display head lamps when required, possession of drug paraphernalia, and DUI.
Last chance for snail mail
The U.S. Postal Service reminds everyone that holiday mail and packages for our U.S. troops stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan should be sent by this Friday, Dec. 4, for arrival by Christmas. Holiday mail going to other military overseas APO/FPO locations should be sent by Dec. 11.
Sloshed in court
According to MCSO, Harlan Watkins, 31, was taken into custody Monday at the Mesa County Justice Center after showing up to court intoxicated.
Chili supper round-up
The Redlands Lions Club is holding its annual Chili Supper & Cake Raffle, Fri., Dec. 4, 4-8:30 p.m., Redlands Middle School Cafeteria, 2200 Broadway. Adults $5, $4/ages 7-11, under 7 free. Proceeds to benefit all the great local programs the Lions support.
The Fruita Lioness is holding its annual all-you-can-eat Chili Supper, Dec. 18, 4:30-7:30 p.m., Fruita Police Community Room. Adults $4, children age 6-12 - $2, under 6 eat free. Also, cornbread, coffee and cocoa. Proceeds will go to Latimer house and Homeward Bound. Info: 858-6762.
Your comments, please
Reclamation's W. Colo. Area Office is preparing an environmental assessment to evaluate the impacts of a proposed system improvement project for Orchard Mesa Irrigation District, which includes construction of a 100-acre-foot reservoir on approximately 15 acres, construction of a recirc pump system at Duck Pond Park, etc. The plan is available at www.usbr.gov/uc/wcao/index.html under Current Focus.
An open house/info meeting is set from 6 to 8 p.m. at Mesa View Elem. School cafeteria, 2967 B Road, Thurs., Dec. 3, 2009. Written comments can be mailed to Terence Stroh, Bureau of Reclamation, 2764 Compass Dr., Suite 106, Grand Junction, CO 81506, or e-mailed to tstroh@usbr.gov.
Sticky fingers
Busy week for GJPD and shoplifters alike. It must be a sign of the holidays and the pressure the season put on gift giving. Just thinking out loud.
Here's the list of latest offenders, most of the activity taking place out at Mesa Mall: Kaycee MacDonald, 31; Pamela Castillo, 43; Barbra Canada, 20; Meredith Garrett, 28; Zachary Wells, 20; Jonathan Cagle, 21; Nestor Vasquez, 22; Antonio Schreiner, 23; Joseph Hill, 18; Randie Haack, 23; Omar Garcia, 31.
Food, cash collection
Now until Dec. 22, The Art Center, 1803 N. Seventh St., will be collecting non-perishable food items and cash donations for the Food Bank of the Rockies. The barrel for the items is right inside the front door, and the donation box is in The Art Center gift shop.
Quest for perfect gift ends here
The 2nd annual Holiday Extravaganza to benefit the Rotary Youth Exchange Program is happening Dec. 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 711 Independence Valley Drive, Redlands. There will be 25 vendors to help you in your creative quest for the perfect Christmas gifts. Come and enjoy our festive holiday atmosphere, silent auction, raffle, food, and drink -- even beer and sports in the theater for the fellas. All proceeds will go to the Rotary Youth Exchange Program to help support exchange students from our community. Silent auction will end promptly at 3 p.m. Info: Tracy Miller at tracyamiller@bresnan.net.
Beginning oil painting class
An opportunity for beginning oil painters and to learn new techniques from a renown Instructor Tues., Dec. 22, 1-5:30 p.m. Class taught by David Cook. Cost $15-$45 (based on your needs and experience). What do you want to get out of your four hours? Let him know and reserve your spot. Call 464-4819 to register. The Blue Pig Gallery, 119 W. 3rd St., Palisade.
Public open house set
The City of Fruita invites the community to a public open house Wed., Dec. 9, 6 p.m. at Dinosaur Journey. The open house is intended to gather public input on a proposed park development at the Kings View Open Space. The proposed park at completion would include an 18-hole disc golf course and an educational mountain bike terrain course.
Kings View Open Space is approximately 24 acres of river bottom land located on the southern banks of the Colorado River, east of highway 340, and extends west to the Snooks Bottom Open Space.
