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Beginning Sept. 1, 2025, updates to Colorado’s child abuse and neglect mandatory reporting law (HB25-1188) took effect.

September is Workforce Development Month, and the Mesa County Workforce Center, 512 29 ½ Road, is celebrating with a series of free workshops and events designed to help job seekers sharpen their skills, connect with employers and take the next step in their careers.

Just when you think you’ll have the perfect pumpkin for Halloween, your vines begin wilting, and you see the grey to black squash bug (Anasa tristis) feasting on what would have been your jack-o-lantern. These pests are one of the most destructive bugs in the garden, but there are effective ways to combat them.

Today, we celebrate the hardworking people who make our community thrive. From teachers and healthcare workers to farmers, construction crews, small business owners, and everyone in between — thank you for your dedication and contributions.

Mesa County Public Health (MCPH) is delaying the start of the fall burn season due to ongoing fire restrictions and unsafe weather conditions.

Foster, kinship and adoptive families from across Mesa County are invited to a day of fun and connection at the 2025 Foster and Kinship Resource Fair.