🌱 Mill Levies + Central Station Changes Hands + River Rescues

Good morning, Grand Junction! Today’s National Black Bear Day; did you know that Alaska has the largest black bear population, while Delaware is believed to have none at all? It's Sylvia, your host of the Grand Junction Patch newsletter. Here's what you need to know about what's happening in town today, including...

• 👮 An officer won’t face charges.
• 💧 The Gunnison River cleanup.
• 🏡 Rising property values.

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🌤️ But first, today's weather: A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 79 Low: 52.

⛽ Three of the Cheapest Gas Stations Around Grand Junction

• Maverik at 2902 D Road, $3.25
• Sam’s Club at 1040 Independent Ave., $3.25
• Exxon at 722 Horizon Drive, $3.29

🦸 Superpower Poll!
A 2018 survey found that Americans would love to have the superpower of healing others. If we take this one off the table, which superpower would you love to have?

• 28.6 percent: The ability to fly
• 23.8 percent: The ability to time travel
• 19 percent: The ability to read minds
• 9.5 percent: The ability to become invisible
• 4.8 percent: Superhuman strength, teleport, healing, or win select lotteries and give money away

📰 Here are the top stories in Grand Junction today:

1. The officer involved in January’s Carl’s Jr. parking lot shooting will not be charged. Officers were looking for a suspect with three warrants. They found him sitting in a car in the fast-food restaurant’s parking lot. He tried to get away but crashed into a menu board. The suspect then revved the engine and went after a retreating officer, who shot him, which led to the suspect’s apprehension. (City of Grand Junction)
2. Good property values news can be a double-edged sword. In the county, the values of residential properties rose about 39 percent over the last couple of years. However, this means that taxes are also going up. Mesa County is trying to get ahead of increases by decreasing mill levies. (Mesa County)
3. In the 1980s, it was the San Antonio Rose. In the 90s, you knew it as The Rose. It then became the "Infinity Night Club" and eventually “Central Station.” We learned that it changed hands again and is closed this weekend. Will the name stay the same this time? No announcement has been made. (Kool 107.9)
4. Don’t underestimate the rivers. Currents have been getting the best of several swimmers, resulting in five river rescues by the Grand Junction Fire Department since May 1. In fact, “the city of Grand Junction is warning people away from the River Park at Las Colonias.” (Coyote Gulch)
5. Speaking of rivers, there’s an opportunity to assist with the annual Gunnison River cleanup. The Colorado Canyons Association has set aside June 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the event. Community volunteers “must have their own watercraft as well as the ability to provide their own shuttle.” If this is you, meet the others at the Confluence Park boat launch. (Colorado Canyon Association)

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📆 Today in Grand Junction:

• Goat Yoga in the Grandstands Plaza at the Mesa County Fairgrounds (8:30 AM)
• Chow Down Pet Supplies hosts a Pet Adoption Event (9:30 AM)
• Introduction To Belly Dance Fundraiser to benefit Orange Door Community Wellness at 1227 N. 23rd St. (10 AM)
• Taco & Margarita Festival at the Amphitheater at Las Colonias Park (12 PM)
• The Junction West Grand Junction RV Park hosts a Trek & Rick Duet Show (6 PM)

🖊️ From my notebook:

• "Congratulations to Bridget Story on being this month's Golden Apple award winner! Bridget has been a valuable asset to School District 51 for over 30 years! Enjoy the retired life!" (Mesa County Valley School District 51)
• "Do you have an interest in Renewable Energy, Green Spaces, or Alternative Transportation? You could be a great fit to serve on the Resiliency and Sustainability steering committee. Submit an application to serve on the committee today! https://bit.ly/GJRSP" (City of Grand Junction)
• "Please join us on Tuesday, June 20, for a community benefit public meeting with Chris Thomas, president & CEO, for Community Hospital updates. The meeting will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. We hope to see you there!" (Community Hospital)
• "GJPD Community Police Academy (participants) have completed seven weeks of class already! Students recently learned about forensics, investigations, and the Drug Task Force. Grateful to share the workings of the GJPD with community members." (Grand Junction PD)
• "Spring runoff season also is considered a landslide season in Colorado, and just as heavy runoff seasons resulting from deep snowpack like this winter’s can boost the chances for flooding, they also can add to the risk of landslides." (The Daily Sentinel)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. See you all Tuesday morning for another update!

— Sylvia Cochran

About me: Christ follower. Wife. Book dragon. Proud supporter of the Oxford comma.

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