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Income tax credit available for eligible teachers

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By (Kaia Hofmeister)
If the bill passes, the bill will allow a refundable state income tax credit that will offset classroom expenses for the academic school year.

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Gonzalez's vehicle is a blue 2007 Honda Element with a Colorado license plate reading "BQW-808."

Body found in missing Grand Junction woman’s vehicle

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By (Kaia Hofmeister)
The Grand County Sheriff’s Office reports that the vehicle found matches the description and license plate of Grand Junction woman Melissa Gonzales, who initially went missing on November 15, 2022. A body was found inside the vehicle, but the identity has not yet been confirmed.

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A resource bank for gun violence will soon be available in Colorado

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By KJCT Staff
In a few months, a resource bank dedicated to gun violence prevention in Colorado will become available. The state is working to take a public health approach to the issue and tackle it alongside researchers.

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Skier killed, two others injured in large Colorado avalanche

Updated: Mar. 19, 2023 at 10:51 AM MDT
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By The Associated Press
A Colorado skier has been killed and two other people were injured after getting caught in a massive backcountry avalanche in western Colorado.

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Fruita man in custody after threatening others with weapon

Updated: Mar. 19, 2023 at 10:26 AM MDT
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By (Kaia Hofmeister)
At approximately 10:45 a.m. on March 18, 2023, officers responded to the 900 block of Carolina Ave. after a report came in of a man threatening others with a firearm. The man was detained and brought into the Mesa County Jail.

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MacKinnon-led Avalanche top Red Wings for 5th straight win

Updated: Mar. 18, 2023 at 6:38 PM MDT
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By The Associated Press
Nathan MacKinnon scored a tiebreaking goal midway through the second period and had an assist to help the Colorado Avalanche pull away for a 5-1 win over the Detroit Red Wings. It was Colorado's fifth victory in a row.

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Brunson returns with 24 points, Knicks beat Nuggets 116-110

Updated: Mar. 18, 2023 at 6:33 PM MDT
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By The Associated Press
Jalen Brunson scored 24 points in his return from a left foot injury, leading the New York Knicks to a 116-110 victory over the Denver Nuggets.

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Search and rescue crews looking for man caught in avalanche

Updated: Mar. 18, 2023 at 1:13 PM MDT
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By The Associated Press
Multiple Colorado search and rescue crews were looking for a man who was caught in an avalanche in the Gunnison County backcountry.

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Three high school principals announce their resignation

Updated: Mar. 18, 2023 at 11:57 AM MDT
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By (Kaia Hofmeister)
A statement released from District 51 has revealed that three high school principals in Mesa County will be resigning at the end of the school year.

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City of Grand Junction awarded grant to improve parks

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 9:50 PM MDT
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By (Hannah Hickman)
Grand Junction has been awarded a $555,000 Safer Roads Grant from the Colorado Department of public safety.
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C-DOT unveiling concept designs for Cottonwood Pass improvements

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 8:37 PM MDT
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By (Hannah Hickman)
Colorado Department of Transportation is looking into improvements for Cottonwood Pass.

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Former city council members back the community rec center

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 4:49 PM MDT
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By (Kyrsten McBrayer)
Former city council members show their support towards measure 1A.

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VA Western Colorado talks LGBTQ+ health awareness week

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 3:54 PM MDT
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By (Gabriel Gonzalez)
Do you know a Veteran who identifies as LGBTQ?

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City of Grand Junction releases city council campaign finance documents

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 2:03 PM MDT
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By KJCT Staff
The documents listing the financial contributions city council candidates received over the course of their campaign has been released.

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Hannah Hickman discusses competing for Miss Colorado

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 8:45 AM MDT
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By (Bruclyn Tribble)
Hannah will be competing in May in Denver to become the next Miss Colorado.

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Rescue teams pull unresponsive man from Colorado River

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 8:10 AM MDT
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By Cyndy Koures. and (Kacie Sinton)
His condition is unknown.

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D51 to hold off on closing more schools

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 10:58 PM MDT
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By Bernie Lange
D51 to conduct study of school closure impacts and declining enrollment

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City of Fruita awarded grant money for Reed Park improvements

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 10:25 PM MDT
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By (Hannah Hickman)
The city of Fruita is awarded $600,000 in grant money.

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City of Fruita awarded grant money for Reed Park improvements

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 10:25 PM MDT
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By Hannah Hickman
The city of Fruita is awarded $600,000 in grant money.

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Respiratory illness activity remains low in Mesa County

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 10:15 PM MDT
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By (Hannah Hickman)
Low illness report in Mesa County.

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Grand Junction Mayor Stout testifies against wildfire code board

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 10:00 PM MDT
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By (Hannah Hickman)
Mayor Stout testifies against wildfire code board.

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Treatment for the Japanese Beetle

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 9:53 PM MDT
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By (Christopher Guevara)
Bookcliff Gardens advises on how to deal with the Japanese beetle via treatment.

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Proposed changes to Montrose junk ordinance

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 7:36 PM MDT
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By (Hannah Hickman)
Proposed Montrose junk ordinance changes

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Former CMU Mav, 3-time World Series Champion Sergio Romo announces plans to retire

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 7:20 PM MDT
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By (Garrett Brown)
Colorado Mesa University Alumni, and three-time World Series Champion Sergio Romo is reportedly calling it a career.

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US tribes get bison as they seek to restore bond with animal

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 4:39 PM MDT
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By The Associated Press, Matthew Brown and Thomas Peipert
Dozens of bison from a mountain park outside Denver have been transferred to several tribes from across the Great Plains.

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Company gets a bit closer to raising $1.1B it needs for mine

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 4:31 PM MDT
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By The Associated Press and Josh Funk
A mining company that wants to produce a collection of rare elements in southeast Nebraska has raised funds toward its goal of finding the $1.1 billion it needs to build the mine that has been in the works for decades.

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Drought over? Spring outlook finds relief -- and flood risk

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 4:26 PM MDT
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By The Associated Press and Susan Montoya Bryan
Record snowfall and rain have helped to loosen drought’s grip on parts of the western U.S., even pushing it out altogether in California after consecutive dry years.

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Feds spend $2.4 million on cloud seeding for Colorado River

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 4:21 PM MDT
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By The Associated Press and Brittany Peterson
The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation granted $2.4 million Thursday for cloud seeding in the Upper Colorado River Basin.

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Grand Junction High School academic team wins championship for the 24th time

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 4:14 PM MDT
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By (Kacie Sinton)
The Tigers went up against dozens of other teams and still came out definitively on top.

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Man wanted in connection to Utah double homicide found in Colorado

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 4:09 PM MDT
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By KJCT Staff
Authorities from across the state line spent some time in Colorado this week tracking down a man wanted in connection to a homicide in Spanish Fork, Utah.

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Community Hospital talks acute care services

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 4:02 PM MDT
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By (Gabriel Gonzalez)
Are you looking for a quick clinic?

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Central High School Principal resigns

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 1:50 PM MDT
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By (Kacie Sinton)
The resignation comes at a time of instability within District 51's leadership.

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Driving safety with sun glare

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 10:00 PM MDT
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By (Hannah Hickman)
With spring rapidly approaching and steadily pushing sunset and sunrise further apart, Coloradans are dealing with more and more sun every day during their commutes.

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Bookcliff Gardens taking proactive approach against invasive beetle

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 9:37 PM MDT
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By (Hannah Hickman)
The beetle could quickly become dangerous to the Western Slope’s agriculture if it’s not managed or eradicated entirely.

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Got trash? Here’s what Mesa County does to deal with messy neighbors

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 8:55 PM MDT
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By (Christopher Guevara)
A Mesa County Code Compliance Officer talks about what they do to ensure Mesa County residents follow the codes the county has.

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Athlete of the Week: Ben Sampson

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 8:01 PM MDT
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By (Garrett Brown)
The Colorado Mesa University Swim and Dive team wrapped up a program defining run at the NCAA Division II Championships. Redshirt Sophomore Ben Sampson helped lead the charge, bringing home two national titles.

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City breaks ground for new pickleball court

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 5:14 PM MDT
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By (Kyrsten McBrayer)
Lincoln Park is removing their tennis courts and adding pickleball courts.

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Thunder mountain elementary has a new mascot

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 5:02 PM MDT
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By (Kyrsten McBrayer)
A local elementary school celebrated the unveiling of a brand new school mascot.

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New report says Alzheimer’s treatment centers have room to improve

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 4:14 PM MDT
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By (Kacie Sinton)
A new report highlights areas for needed improvements in Alzheimer's treatment centers.

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Starbucks appeals labor practices ruling

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 4:12 PM MDT
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By (Kacie Sinton)
Two stores in Denver and two stores in Colorado Springs filed complaints with the National Labor Relations Board over the last year, alleging retaliatory and intimidation practices.

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Colorado House passes legislation expanding eviction protections for renters

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 4:11 PM MDT
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By (Kacie Sinton)
The bill would prevent landlords from performing an eviction unless certain criteria are met.

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Son of Boulder King Soopers shooting victim sues gun manufacturer

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 4:10 PM MDT
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By KJCT Staff
A lawsuit filed Monday claims gun manufacturer Ruger used deceptive marketing practices.

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Grand Junction man sentenced to prison for enticing children online

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 4:08 PM MDT
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By KJCT Staff
Law enforcement caught on after Instagram accounts used to communicate with children were traced back to him.

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New push to get daycare centers involved in federal food program

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 4:06 PM MDT
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By (Kacie Sinton)
The program could allow daycare centers to serve healthier meals while still maintaining their bottom line.

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Another earthquake rumbles through southern Colorado

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 4:04 PM MDT
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By (Kacie Sinton)
Southwestern Colorado has seen a lot of small earthquakes recently, with another rolling through earlier this week.

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Montrose County School District releases new academic calendars

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 3:55 PM MDT
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By (Kacie Sinton)
The Montrose County School District has released its calendars for the next two school years.

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Roice-Hurst Humane Society Pet of the Week

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 8:32 AM MDT
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By (Gabriel Gonzalez)
Meet Lilo!

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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service held a wolf meeting on the 10-J rule

Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 9:40 PM MDT
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By (Christopher Guevara)
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service met at the Grand Junction Convention Center to discuss the 10-J Rule for the gray wolf.

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VanVleet has 36, Raptors hand Nuggets 4th straight loss

Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 9:26 PM MDT
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By The Associated Press
Fred VanVleet scored 36 points, O.G. Anunoby had 24 and the Toronto Raptors used a franchise-record 49-point first quarter to beat Denver 125-110, handing the slumping Nuggets their season-high fourth straight loss.

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Grand Junction Jackalopes name Chris Knabenshue Manager

Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 7:35 PM MDT
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By (Garrett Brown)
The Grand junction Jackalopes have announced the hiring of Chris Knabenshue as their manager for their upcoming season.This comes less than two months after the team announced the hiring of James Frisbie as the manager.
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