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Don’t throw hazardous waste in the trash

We know throwing batteries in the trash is easy, but those items can cause fires in our landfills and contaminate our groundwater. Instead, take your leftover paint, batteries, light bulbs, motor oil, and toxic household cleaners to the Hazardous Waste Collection Facility at the Mesa County Landfill.

Mar 14, 2024

Blog Post, Information
Grand Junction Daily Sentinel Crime Watch - a single pair handcuffs

Grand Junction Daily Sentinel Crime Watch

Woman sentenced to 18 years for role in shooting death of ex-husband

Mar 13, 2024

News
21st Judicial District Attorney Dan Rubinstein and Director of Juvenile Diversion Jacque Berry

DA’s Office to host Juvenile Diversion and Lighthouse Program Open House March 20

The 21st Judicial District Attorney’s Office invites community members to a Juvenile Diversion and Lighthouse Program Open House on Wednesday, March 20, from 2 to 6 p.m., to see their new space on the Colorado Mesa University (CMU) campus, 1060 Orchard Ave., and learn about the programs and their recent expansion, and meet the team.

Mar 13, 2024

Announcements, Events, News
Doug Farmer, President, Colorado Health Care Association, at the podium in the public hearing room

Commissioners ​Oppose Federal Rule Threatening Senior Care

Mesa County Commissioners have formally voiced their opposition to a proposed federal rule by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services, a development they believe will adversely affect Colorado seniors.

Mar 12, 2024

Information, News, Video
 A groundbreaking ceremony on March 6, 2024, attended by the City of Grand Junction and Mesa County officials and residents for the Phase 1 of Persigo Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion

Phase 1 of Persigo Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion gets Underway

The Persigo Wastewater Treatment, owned by the City of Grand Junction and Mesa County, is starting its Phase 1 expansion, which will enhance water cleanliness, safety, and environmental friendliness.

Mar 11, 2024

Blog Post, Events, Information
38 Road Bike and Pedestrian potential future project area.

Commissioners move 38 Road Bike and Pedestrian Project design agreement to future hearing

The Board of Mesa County Commissioners unanimously voted to postpone the 38 Road Bike and Pedestrian Project design agreement. Watch their discussion.

Mar 08, 2024

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