Kaia Hofmeister
Digital Content Producer
Grand Junction, Colorado
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Kaia originates from eastern South Dakota, but moved to Grand Junction, Colorado, after high school to pursue her Mass Communications degree. Kaia keeps herself busy by running a freelance photography business, working at Grande River Vineyards part time, attending Colorado Mesa University full time, and working in the newsroom at KKCO-KJCT part time. When she isn't working, she can be found at a local trivia night or studying. During her longer periods of time away from work, she can be found trekking across the state finding outdoor adventures and venturing to various wineries and craft breweries.
Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 1:38 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
On November 25, 2022, all state parks will be free to the public to get some fresh air.
Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 11:15 AM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister and Cristian Sida
PBS reports that at least 32 transgender people were killed in 2022 and now they will be remembering those who lost their lives just days ago in the mass shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs.
Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 9:47 AM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister and Cristian Sida
The vigil was held at First Congressional United Church of Christ in Grand Junction, and follows the tragic shooting at Club Q in Colorado Springs that took the lives of five and injured 18 before being subdued by “heroic” patrons.
Updated: Nov. 19, 2022 at 2:03 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Minor traffic impacts during Thanksgiving week on Interstate 70 can be expected, making the roads clear for travelers.
Updated: Nov. 19, 2022 at 1:38 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Powderhorn Mountain Resort will open early this year, scheduled for Nov. 25, 2022.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 4:00 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
A 62-year-old man died in a single vehicle crash in Pueblo on Saturday.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 3:34 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
A Durango brewery has released a peppermint bark stout just in time for the holidays, but only while supplies last.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 2:51 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Grand Valley Power wants to send three high schoolers to different educational opportunities, one in Washington D.C. and another in Colorado.
Updated: Nov. 16, 2022 at 1:57 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
The City of Grand Junction is conducting a survey to provide feedback on what the community needs, and all residents are invited to participate.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 3:46 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
A semitruck driver in Grand Junction is found guilty by federal jury for sexually abusing two children in his home and in his truck while traveling in other states.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 3:15 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
The Orchard Mesa Pool is temporarily closed due to a failed boiler.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 3:03 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
At approximately 10 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 14, 2022, the Grand Junction Police Department responded to a call involving a man who fell off his bike and was potentially unconscious.
Updated: Nov. 14, 2022 at 12:12 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Since 1993, Operation Christmas Child has collected and delivered more than 198 million gift-filled shoeboxes to children in more than 170 countries and territories. This year, Operation Christmas Child will collect its 200-millionth shoebox!
Updated: Nov. 13, 2022 at 2:55 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
An intoxicated driver fled the scene when a trooper with the Colorado State Patrol pulled him over.
Updated: Nov. 13, 2022 at 1:40 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
On Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, Palisade, Fruita, Delta and Rifle all played had varsity games at 1 p.m.. Unfortunately, only Palisade and Delta took home wins.
Updated: Nov. 12, 2022 at 11:49 AM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
The final score was 47-43 with Montrose taking home victory.
Updated: Nov. 12, 2022 at 10:25 AM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
At approximately 7:30 p.m. on Friday night, a mini van and truck collided at the intersection of Orchard Ave. between Court Road.
Updated: Nov. 12, 2022 at 9:57 AM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
At approximately 3 a.m. a fight occurred that sent one person to the Hospital, another was arrested and transported to the Mesa County Detention Facility.
Updated: Nov. 8, 2022 at 2:46 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
A Grand Junction woman commits wire fraud and falsely submitted her tax returns, stealing over $250,000 from clients and owing over $150,000 to the federal government.
Updated: Nov. 6, 2022 at 12:35 PM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
A Littleton man fraudulently acquired over $950,000 in loan and grant proceeds.
Updated: Nov. 6, 2022 at 11:33 AM MST
|By Kaia Hofmeister
A free event will take place Downtown Grand Junction featuring hot drinks, Christmas carolers, musicians, and more.
Updated: Nov. 4, 2022 at 4:22 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
The Western Slope football games are starting to conclude, but there are still some teams competing. This weekend we follow the Palisade Bulldogs, Delta Panthers, Fruita Monument Wildcats, and the Rifle Bears.
Updated: Nov. 2, 2022 at 4:17 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Mesa County Libraries will have limited hours during the fall holidays.
Updated: Nov. 2, 2022 at 2:52 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
A Grand Junction nurse has caught photographing an unconscious patient. Investigation led to the discovery of videos and photographs of multiple victims in the hospital.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 4:58 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Downtown Grand Junction is about to be a lot more festive as crews spend the first part of November decorating the trees with Christmas lights.
Updated: Oct. 30, 2022 at 3:41 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Hugh McKean, the Republican minority leader in the Colorado House of Representatives, died suddenly early Sunday morning.
Updated: Oct. 30, 2022 at 1:44 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
On Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022, the Grand Junction Police Department responded to an accident that occurred at approximately 7 a.m. at the intersection of 4th St. and Ute Ave.
Updated: Oct. 30, 2022 at 12:38 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Two semis swiped each other while travelling eastbound on I-70, sending one to the hospital.
Updated: Oct. 30, 2022 at 11:41 AM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
An 18-year-old was arrested for making threats to students at Grand Junction High School.
Updated: Oct. 28, 2022 at 7:28 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Western slope football games this week include the Montrose Red Hawks, the Delta Panthers, the Grand Junction Tigers, the Durango Demons, and the Fruita Monument Wildcats.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 5:01 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
With the election approaching quickly, Secretary of State Jena Griswold reminds Colorado voters of voting laws and election security.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 4:15 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
The Giving Club is a local club that aims to bring money to nonprofit organizations in Mesa County.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 3:38 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
The Small Business Administration is announces a 2022 National Veterans Small Business Week will be launching Oct. 31.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 2:47 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Monkeypox information will now be available to the public with updated statistics every Wednesday.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 2:29 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
The Colorado State Patrol is aiming to catch the attention of drivers before accidents happen, asking drivers to focus on the road and not on distractions like phones.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 12:54 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Two women are being held at Moffat County Jail for felony charges relating to drug distribution.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 12:19 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Halloween is ranked as the worst holiday when it comes to DUI arrests, followed by Christmas. The Colorado Department of Transportation wants to remind the public to plan ahead with a safe and sober ride during celebrations.
Updated: Oct. 26, 2022 at 11:37 AM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
A single adult zebra mussel was found on an artificial PVC substrate back in September causing more intensive testing by Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff. CPW staff has since found more.
Updated: Oct. 19, 2022 at 6:29 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
A family on the Western Slope gave birth four months early, and now are stuck in Aurora, Colorado while they wait for their little one to grow.
Updated: Oct. 17, 2022 at 3:35 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
The proposed budget for Mesa County is now available in an online format.
Updated: Oct. 17, 2022 at 3:09 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
There is now a Language Assistance Program available providing information about the ballot and ballot translations in multiple languages.
Updated: Oct. 17, 2022 at 12:45 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
No new dates have been selected yet for the culvert replacement along US Highway 6 between Eagle and Wolcott.
Updated: Oct. 17, 2022 at 12:03 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
The 2022 General Election is approaching quickly. There are some important dates and useful information voters should know about.
Updated: Oct. 16, 2022 at 1:07 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Mountain Trip is expanding across Colorado to help adventure enthusiasts reach new heights through climbing, skiing and trekking some of the world’s tallest peaks.
Updated: Oct. 16, 2022 at 11:33 AM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Construction progresses near West Vail Pass, and these are the traffic impacts motorists can expect.
Updated: Oct. 15, 2022 at 1:55 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
A Denver man with a previous record, was found guilty on charges of possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute, and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.
Updated: Oct. 15, 2022 at 12:53 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
An Aurora man was indicted for making false statements to licensed firearm dealers, representing himself as the transferee and buyer of firearms when he was not.
Updated: Oct. 14, 2022 at 6:54 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Scores for varsity high school football across the Western Slope are being recorded. This weekend we look at games from the Fruita Monument Wildcats, Olathe Pirates, Grand Junction Tigers, Palisade Bulldogs, Grand Junction Central Warriors, Delta Panthers, Rifle Bears, and the Montrose Red Hawks.
Updated: Oct. 12, 2022 at 6:23 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
An accident early Wednesday morning leaves two dead, one critical, and one with moderate injuries.
Updated: Oct. 12, 2022 at 5:41 PM MDT
|By Kaia Hofmeister
Adam Frisch has a surprising supporter as he runs against Lauren Boebert, giving the impression that he's gaining more support as time grows closer to elections.
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