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Mesa County Government - Colorado Press Releases

157 Press Releases
  • Published on August 28, 2026 - 19:04 GMT

    Most Mesa County offices will close on Labor Day

    Many Mesa County offices will close on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. This one-day closure does not include the Coroner’s Office, Criminal Justice Services, or the Sheriff’s Office's emergency functions. Animal Services will be open …

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  • Published on August 28, 2026 - 01:39 GMT

    2027 "I Voted" sticker contest

    Students in Mesa County are invited to enter the 2027 “I Voted” sticker contest. Submissions will be taken this year, voted on in December, and used during the 2027 election season. Any county residents in grades 1-12 can participate. Winners will be …

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  • Published on August 27, 2026 - 20:16 GMT

    Annual suicide report released, prevention remains priority

    Mesa County Public Health (MCPH), in collaboration with the Mesa County Coroner’s Office and the Mesa County Suicide Prevention Coalition, released the 2025 Annual Suicide Report. This report details Mesa County’s suicide trends while pointing community …

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  • Published on August 26, 2026 - 19:23 GMT

    Commissioners approve sale of 23 Road property for $550K

    On Aug. 25, the Board of Mesa County Commissioners approved the sale of county-owned property at 905 23 Road in Grand Junction for $549,900. That amount was the highest of two bids the county got on the 2.7 acre piece of land that has a large storage …

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  • Published on August 26, 2026 - 00:34 GMT

    County applies for grant to cover design costs of flood protection project

    On Aug. 25, Mesa County approved an application for a $344,167 state grant to help design a flood protection project along Douglas Wash in Clifton. In July, Mesa County announced the Douglas Wash Project was selected to receive $869,000 in federal funding …

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  • Published on August 24, 2026 - 23:31 GMT

    Work continues on updating Land Development Code

    Work continues on updating the Land Development Code in Mesa County. That’s the document that guides how land is used, developed and built across unincorporated areas of the county. The latest revision of the draft was posted at the end of July 2026. On …

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  • Published on August 21, 2026 - 23:27 GMT

    Get to know the Mesa County Workforce Development Board

    The Mesa County Workforce Center (MCWFC), 512 29 ½ Road, is highlighting the important role of its Workforce Development Board and the board members who help guide workforce initiatives throughout the community. In Mesa County, the Workforce Development …

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  • Published on August 20, 2026 - 23:47 GMT

    Sheriff’s Office briefs commissioners on license plate readers

    During the Aug.18 administrative public hearing, the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office briefed the commissioners and the public about its use of automated license plate readers, including cameras provided by Flock Safety. Operations Division Chief Art Smith, …

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  • Published on August 20, 2026 - 16:58 GMT

    Commissioner JJ Fletcher recognized for leadership at federal level

    Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) recognizes Commissioner JJ Fletcher for his dedicated service on the National Association of Counties’ (NACo) Health Policy Steering Committee over the last year.   As part of the national committee, Commissioner Fletcher …

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  • Published on August 19, 2026 - 22:20 GMT

    Stay in the Know with the Sunshine List

    Do you want to see where your tax dollars go and stay informed about decisions shaping Mesa County? Get a direct look at your Commissioners' weekly schedules and meeting agendas with the Sunshine List. When you join the Sunshine List, you'll …

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  • Published on August 19, 2026 - 02:52 GMT

    Elections to notify voters about signature updates

    Mesa County Elections will soon contact all active registered and pre-registered voters ages 17 to 25 who have fewer than one reference signature on file in the statewide voter registration database. This proactive outreach supports ballot security and …

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  • Published on August 18, 2026 - 21:20 GMT

    MCDHS Economic Assistance Call Center

    Mesa County Department of Human Services (MCDHS) understands that navigating public assistance programs can be overwhelming. That’s why our Economic Assistance Division offers a dedicated Call Center to make it easier for you to get the help you need. Our …

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  • Published on August 18, 2026 - 02:11 GMT

    Drought update and resources from CSU Extension

    The western United States is in a drought. July was the hottest month ever recorded in the country. The Colorado State University Extension office is one of Mesa County’s partner agencies in water and ecology issues.  Much of the water in the Grand Valley …

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  • Published on August 17, 2026 - 20:19 GMT

    Food Safety Alert: Tomato bisque soup recalled due to Listeria concerns

    Kettle Cuisine LLC is recalling Marketside Tomato Bisque Soup Kits. There is concern the products are potentially contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The products were distributed to Walmart stores and may have been sold in Mesa County. To date, no …

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  • Published on August 17, 2026 - 20:19 GMT

    Senior Corner: Area Agency on Aging

    The latest KAFM Senior Corner segment introduces listeners to the work of the Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Colorado and the services available to older adults across the region. Host Amanda de Bock, director of Mesa County Meals on Wheels, welcomes …

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  • Published on August 14, 2026 - 23:15 GMT

    Help shelter pets by donating old newspaper

    Mesa County Animal Services is asking people to donate old newspapers for use at the shelter. Paper is always needed to line crates and help house-train puppies. Animal Services is located at 971A Coffman Road, and they’re open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. …

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  • Published on August 13, 2026 - 23:26 GMT

    Mesa County to provide planning support for De Beque

    Mesa County will provide planning assistance to the Town of De Beque under a new one-year agreement. The Board of Mesa County Commissioners approved the agreement on Aug. 11 at their administrative public hearing. It takes effect Aug. 18 and gives De Beque …

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  • Published on August 12, 2026 - 21:08 GMT

    Project to replace culvert on 36 Road starts with months-long design work

    Mesa County Commissioners approved a $266,766 contract for the design of a new drainage structure under 36 Road. This is part of a replacement project for a culvert near the East Orchard Mesa fire station.  The existing culvert is old, narrow and …

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  • Published on August 12, 2026 - 00:32 GMT

    Commissioners approve contract to replace aging air conditioning at Mesa County Justice Center

    At the Tuesday, Aug. 11 public hearing, Commissioners approved a $2.2 million contract for the replacement of air conditioning units on the Mesa County Justice Center. The Roof Top Units (RTU) will be installed by Comfort Air of Grand Junction, the company …

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  • Published on August 7, 2026 - 16:25 GMT

    Get a close up look at the landfill’s newest heavy machinery

    A $1.1 million trash compactor is crawling over debris at the Mesa County Landfill. The Bomag 1173 was purchased by the county as part of scheduled equipment replacement. It was assembled and delivered to the landfill at the end of July. Cory Silva, Solid …

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