
Why a Grand Junction food bank opened a restaurant
The Community Food Bank of Grand Junction has opened a cafe to support its mission.


Weekend storm could drench Western Colorado while doing little for snowpack
The storm is fueled by tropical moisture leftover from Hurricane Priscilla.

By Tom Hesse

Shutdowns should not be used as policy leverage, Rep. Jeff Hurd says
Hurd supports an extension of health care tax credits, but not the use of shutdown to get them.


Between the Western Colorado towns of Whitewater and Gateway, a geological marvel — and mystery
Unaweep Canyon is said to be the only canyon in the world where water flows out of both ends.

By Tom Hesse

Mesa president on the next 100 years, skepticism of higher ed and why he’s glad he’s not at Harvard
As Colorado Mesa University turns 100, President John Marshall discusses where the institution stands


Prosecutors ask Colorado Supreme Court to review new trial order for convicted Grand Junction pipe bomber
The order for a new trial hinges on discredited tool-mark analysis.

By Tom Hesse

Long-sought by locals, Powderhorn announces plans to replace 2-seater West End lift
The swap will be done in the summer of 2026, ahead of Powderhorn’s 60th Anniversary.

By Tom Hesse

Fruita sculpture on the move after fracas over female form
Zafira depicts a nude woman dancing and is made with oil-painted cement and mosaic glass.

By Tom Hesse

Gov. Jared Polis on endorsements, Colorado’s political landscape, and what’s next
Do Democrats take Colorado for granted? They have total control of state government. It’s been 20 years since a Republican was governor. It’s a question we have for Jared Polis in the final installment of our special from Grand Junction. Ryan also asks about endorsements and what’s next for the term-limited Polis after he leaves office.


Flood of health care changes has Grand Junction free clinic fearing a wave of new patients
The Good Samaritan Clinic treats underserved residents in the Mesa County area.

By Tom Hesse

Polis talks fires, housing and where Colorado stands on river negotiations with Western Slope audience
Colorado’s Governor fielded questions from residents in Grand Junction during a Colorado Matters event.


Tina Peters is not a bargaining chip and other takeaways from a live interview with Gov. Jared Polis
The governor fielded questions from Colorado Matters and Western Slopers during an audience event in Grand Junction.


What conservation easements mean for that perfect Palisade peach
The Colorado West Land Trust formed in the ‘80s to protect agricultural land in Western Colorado.


New documentary traverses Colorado River’s past, present and future
“The American Southwest” examines the rich biodiversity that relies on the Colorado River, as well as the cultures shaped by it. Director Ben Masters discusses the scope of the film and concerns for the future of the American West’s most critical water supply.

By Tom Hesse

Mesa County Sheriff’s Deputy involved in ICE stop resigns
The Colorado Attorney General’s Office said sharing that information violated state law and filed a lawsuit against former deputy Alexander Zwinck.

By Tom Hesse

Colorado reports another West Nile Virus-related death, this time in Montrose County
A man in his early 80s died after contracting the disease earlier this month.

By Tom Hesse