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Pumpkin Patches Help Carve Out New Family Memories

From corn mazes to pumpkin picking, there are many ways grandparents are bonding with their grand-kids this Halloween. More »

Pow Wow A Passion For Delta Woman

For Wilma Erven, each day working toward the upcoming Pow Wow is one she holds dear. More »

Local Couple Painting Retirement Masterpiece

They've been married for 53 years, and are now sharing their retirement, and a continued passion for art. More »

Retired Navy Man Turning Hobby Into A Work Of Art

A retired Fruita man has wowed audiences with his unique brand of art that uses wood from around the world. More »

93-Years-Old And Still Calling The Shots

A 93-year-old Palisade man is hard at work planning this year's Palisade Peach Festival. It is just one of the many things that is keeping this Boomer and Beyonder young. More »

Man Behind The Scenes Keeps Fairgrounds Up And Running

A local man is crucial to the success of events at the Mesa County Fairgrounds. While he's not in the spotlight, what he does behind the scenes keeps things running smoothly. More »

4-H A Tradition For Local Family

A Loma family boasts three generations of 4-H participants. More »

Montrose County Fair Sure To Have Something For Everyone

From farm animals to fine art, you're sure to find something of interest at the upcoming 125th Montrose County Fair. More »

Volunteers Find Enjoyable Way To Spend Retirement

A local couple is spending their golden years doing what they like, enjoying the outdoors, all while giving back to our local community. More »

JUCO Brings Together Generations, Creates Memories

Dan Patten, a well-known local businessman is using his semi-retirement as a way to help create a special bond with his grandson... introducing him to the game of baseball. More »

Local Film Festival To Benefit Museum

A small museum in Montrose is gearing up for its biggest fundraiser of the year coming up in June More »

Boomer 'Turns' Hobby Into Career

This week Dixie's guest is another example of how the meaning of retirement has morphed into new ventures while doing more of what you've always loved to do. More »

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Camp Holds Special Memories For Families

Generations have met, and even married, at a special camp on the Mesa More »

Passport To Adventure Closer Than You Think

Volunteers Help Make St. Mary's World Go 'Round

While their value can be estimated in dollars, volunteers bring much more than savings to the biggest hospital on the Western Slope. More »

Outdoor Heritage Day Coming Soon

From fishing to enjoying the forest, Outdoor Heritage Day is geared toward bringing the family back into the outdoors. More »

Seniors Find Friends, Fitness At Gym

Botanical Gardens Has Unlikely Employee

A former volunteer at the Western Colorado Botanical Gardens couldn't be happier with his job. More »

Parking Attendant Much More Than Just That

A local retiree is finding friends, and food, in his latest job as a parking attendant. More »

Local Woman Picks Up New Hobby In Retirement

After a long career as a nurse, Nancy Lloyd is glad to be keeping busy doing something she loves... pottery. More »

Unique Local Business Reaches Worldwide

A Fruita man is following his passion for the past and running a successful business as a result. More »

Early Detection Key In Fight Against Colon Cancer

Colonoscopies are critical in the early detection of colon cancer, and they aren't as unpleasant as many think. More »

Following Passion Leads To Cakes

Grand Valley woman explains how chasing her dreams led her to making beautiful wedding cakes and other treats. More »

Boomers Start Band

Band memories have always had a love for music, but life got in the way of their musical passion. Now, they've dusted off their instruments and are sharing their talents. More »

GJ Couple Live Real Life Love Story

Dixie Burmeister introduces us to a local couple who has spent the last 70 years together, taking on adventures, traveling and still very much in love More »

Volunteers Keep Local Thrift Store Giving

Dixie Burmeister introduces us to local woman who says volunteering keeps her smart, thrifty and full of energy More »

Local Woman Celebrates 100 Years

Dixie Burmeister introduces us to a local woman who just turned 100-years old. Hear about her many fascinating careers and her suggestions for living a long, healthy life More »

Sign-up Soon For Health Fair Pre-draw

You have several options for getting your blood draw done for this year's Grand Valley Health Fair. Make your appointment on one of several days, all from the convenience of home More »

Boomers & Beyond: Blood Donors Needed

January is National Volunteer Blood Donor Month More »

Gaining New Interest In An Old Hobby

Many people know Phil Emerson, the owner of Quality Meats that's been in the Grand Valley since 1946, but he has an interesting hobby that many people may not know about. More »

Boomers & Beyond: Dancing To Stay Young

Dixie Burmeister introduces us to a 92-year-old Grand Junction man who tap dances to stay young, healthy. More »

Boomers & Beyond: Retirees Help Salvation Army

Volunteers donate hours to bring in donations during annual Red Kettle Campaign More »

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Ex-Senator Takes on Nat'l Debt at CMU

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49 Dead, 600 Injured In Argentina Train Crash

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W.T.F Slogan Dividing Fruita's Community

Local Gun Sales Getting Boost from Women

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