Natasha Lynn
Reporter/Multimedia Journalist
Grand Junction, CO.
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Natasha was born and raised in California, where she first began her journalism career helping launch and co-host her high school's morning show.
During her time in college, Natasha reported for the school's student-run television station, CBTV, covering sports. She then went on to work in film in Los Angeles, ultimately joining the screen actors union SAG-AFTRA.
During the pandemic, Natasha re-discovered her passion for journalism and love for the state of Colorado. She is so excited to be a part of the KKCO News team!
When not reporting, you can find Natasha attached at the hip to her husky, Rori.
The Wellspring Project is a week-long summer camp for Fruita Middle School students, prompted by the drought, to address water use in the West.
With these triple digit temperatures, more and more people are recreating in the water. But it’s important to make sure you’re doing so safely.
Friends of Highline Lake State Park is a new nonprofit to fundraise for the state park. It was created to raise money to make much needed improvements and repairs to the popular park.
A lot of Coloradoans are turning to air conditioning for relief from these triple digit temperatures. But home cooling can account for about half of a summertime electric bill. Xcel Energy has some tips to stay comfortable this summer and help keep bills low.
Van conversion has seen a huge increase in business since the start of COVID-19.
A Triathlon Series returned to Highline Lake State Park this year.
A man and his horse are making their way across the country on a 2500 mile journey to promote his nonprofit, Gamilah Unbridled.
June 2021 has federally been proclaimed as Adult Protection Awareness Month.
Family Health West has made the decision to close The Oaks Assisted Living in Fruita.
Summer school attendance has increased this year due to COVID-19.
BLM supports Lower Valley Fire District through the Rural Fire Readiness Program.
Mesa County Animal Services begins a leash your pet education and enforcement campaign for the month of June. As well as general pet safety.
The Colorado Karting Tour came to Grand Junction Motor Speedway this weekend.
Highline Lake State Park hosted it’s first-ever Kids Adventure Race today.
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment released an updated public health order and guidance for senior living facilities.
City council has proclaimed June as Immigrant Heritage Month in Grand Junction.
A new look for an old Grand Junction neighborhood park. Sherwood Park’s new look debuted today, June 3 at the ribbon cutting ceremony.
If you were hoping to keep an ice rink in Grand Junction, you’re in luck. Glacier Ice Arena is here to stay, starting this fall that is.
Kutthaus Fitness hosted the Murph Challenge today for Memorial Day to honor fallen veterans.
The VA of Western Colorado held their annual Avenue of Flags display today, Monday May 31st in honor of Memorial Day.
One activity that has been popular, not only this holiday weekend, but also over the past year, is camping.
Today is opening day for the 63rd annual JUCO 2021 season, and fans couldn’t be more excited for it’s return.
As we observe Memorial Day weekend and the start of summer, there's a lot of opportunity for outdoor recreation activities. There is also a concern about the risk of wildfire, especially with how dry it is.
Community Hospital debuted a new state-of-the-art Cardiovascular Procedure Center today.
The Grand Valley Task Force held its second quarterly meeting of 2021 on Thursday night.
May 27 was the ribbon cutting ceremony for the River Park at Las Colonias.
As of May 23, Bustang is now offering service on it’s West Line to and from Grand Junction on weekends and holidays.
Experts say, we as a country are going through a mental health crisis right now following the pandemic. But what about mental health in Mesa county, especially when it comes to our kids?
The Grand Junction ride started at Sugar and Ice this morning, then went up over the Colorado National Monument, and ended at Copper Club Brewery in Fruita.
One Delta High Teen graduated high school early to go to Marine bootcamp and serve his country. But came back this month to walk in his graduation last Sunday.
The Colorado Mesa University Class of 2021 graduated today, finishing off a week of celebrations at Stocker Stadium.
Is it seasonal allergies, or is it COVID-19? Although there is some overlap, experts say there are crucial differences you can look for.
The nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization NAMI, which stands for The National Alliance On Mental Illness, held a fundraiser event Friday evening in Grand Junction at the Avalon Theatre for Mental Health Awareness Month in May.
One person is in jail after a brief pursuit with Sheriff’s Deputies Thursday.
As the 2021 Grand Junction Lions' Grant Recipient Season kickoff, Appleton Elementary presented a check Thursday of $1,000 to grant writer Gavin Sullivan.
Central High School finished off a week of high school graduations at Stocker Stadium Thursday night.
The week of May 16 through the 22nd has now been proclaimed Emergency Medical Services Week in Mesa County.
Marillac Health is hosting a vaccine clinic at Central High School's Warrior Wellness Center May 18 from 2-6 p.m.
Wheels West Car Club makes a pit stop at Munchies in Fruita
Saturday was the 14th annual Outdoor Heritage Day held at Riverbend Park in Palisade.
The Rocky Mountain Mini Motorcycle League held their second race of the season today at the Grand Junction Motor Speedway.
Boy Scout troop 328 hosted an open house and expo at the Elks Lodge to recruit new members.
Grand Junction summer camps are back in full force this year, with COVID-19 protocols put into place to keep everyone safe.
The housing market took a toll last year due to the pandemic. But as the economy starts to pick up, so are costs for materials such as wood. Resulting in a skyrocketing supply and demand increase.
Monumental Beer Works hosted a Mother's Day event Sunday. Several different vendors attended.