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Mesa County Animal Services transitions to a separate enforcement and services model
Mesa County is implementing significant changes to its animal services operations to improve animal welfare and enhance public safety. Starting Jan. 1, 2025, Animal Services will operate under a separate enforcement and services model, a shift in how animal-related responsibilities are managed within Mesa County.
November 19, 2024
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This Barbie needs a foster dream house
Join the Foster Pet Challenge! The challenge is a joint initiative between Mesa County and Roice-Hurst Humane Society to inspire the community to open their hearts and homes to foster pets. The campaign's ambitious goal is to find 100 new foster families in 100 days, from June 20 through Sept. 28, 2023.
Jul 24, 2023
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2022 Suicide Report Released, Prevention Remains Priority
The annual suicide report is prepared in collaboration with Mesa County Public Health, the Mesa County Coroner, and the Mesa County Suicide Prevention Coalition.
Jul 20, 2023
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Mesa County and Town of De Beque to Break Ground on Community Hall
Join Mesa County and the town of De Beque on Thursday, July 27, at 1 p.m. to break ground on the De Beque Community Hall.
Jul 20, 2023
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Be the Change
Mesa County is calling upon residents to step up and help create the community they want to live in. Your involvement can bring about a positive transformation for the whole community.
Jul 20, 2023
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Restitution upheld in vandalism case
A Grand Junction man convicted in a downtown vandalism spree in 2020 is still liable to pay more than $68,000 in restitution, the Colorado Court of Appeals ruled Thursday.
Jul 15, 2023
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Open your heart and home to a foster pet
The Mesa County Foster Pet Challenge is in full swing! This initiative, a partnership between Mesa County and Roice-Hurst Humane Society, calls upon our community to embrace compassion by fostering pets in need. Temporary foster homes provide vital care and comfort to animals as they eagerly await their forever homes and open up space in shelters for new animals. The campaign has set an ambitious target of 100 new foster families within 100 days, from June 20 to Sept. 28, 2023. Let's make a difference together!
Jul 19, 2023
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