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Mesa County Animal Services is collaborating with local area veterinarians to offer spay and neuter vouchers for Mesa County pet owners through the Animal Assistance Foundation’s (AAF) generous funding.

Need to repair flood damage done to your home? Want to be prepared just in case? Here’s a pro tip: If you're using a contractor, make sure to check that they are licensed and will be obtaining the required permits prior to starting work.

If you would like to reach out and learn more about how to receive support from a family empowerment team member, please call our Family Empowerment team hotline at 970-609-KIDZ or call 970-242-1211.

Today, Feb. 28, on the last day of National Invasive Species Awareness Week, we highlight the yellow starthistle to bring attention to its potential damage to our environment and ask for our community’s assistance in reporting sightings of this noxious weed around Mesa County. The yellow starthistle causes chewing disease that can be fatal to livestock and degrades recreational areas where it is prevalent due to the sharp spines surrounding the flower heads.

Commissioner JJ Fletcher shared comments at the Feb. 25 public hearing on his excitement for the economic boost Morgan Mining will bring to our community as they have decided to expand, bringing a mining-focused hub to Mesa County at the former Halliburton plant location, 365 32 Road in Grand Junction.

Bear Necessities accepts items for children ages 0 through 18, sizes newborn through adult 02-27-2025.