If you are concerned about the rising cost of energy for rural American households and want to organize productively around the issue, don’t miss an upcoming, four-part training offered by the Rural Power Coalition, starting in January 2026. The free, virtual series is designed for member-owners of rural electric cooperatives. This training will offer useful skills […]
If you are concerned about the rising cost of energy for rural American households and want to organize productively around the issue, don’t miss an upcoming, four-part training offered by the Rural Power Coalition, starting in January 2026. The free, virtual series is designed for member-owners of rural electric cooperatives. This training will offer useful skills […]
If you are concerned about the rising cost of energy for rural American households and want to organize productively around the issue, don’t miss an upcoming, four-part training offered by the Rural Power Coalition, starting in January 2026. The free, virtual series is designed for member-owners of rural electric cooperatives. This training will offer useful skills […]
On Wednesday, March 11, we will hold another comment-writing workshop at the Glenwood Springs Branch Library (2nd floor), starting at 5:30 pm. Trump’s Bureau of Land Management (BLM) just released the largest proposed oil and gas lease sale on our public lands in Colorado’s history, with 160,000 acres being proposed for leasing! Come join with our Alliance to learn about the threats to our public lands, […]
Join us to watch and discuss the PBS film, Love That River! The Story of the Colorado Riverfront Project. This short documentary chronicles the vision, efforts, past and future, to protect the Colorado River. The screening starts at 1 pm and will be followed by discussion and refreshments. There's no admission charge. This event is hosted by Western Colorado Alliance and Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Grand Valley. More information is available on Facebook.
Come join us four our Membership Meeting on Wednesday, March 25, at the Hispanic Affairs Project headquarters at 504 N. 1st St. in Montrose to engage with your local leadership and get involved in our actions and activities! Plus, get caught up on the efforts around our Alliance's Care Over Cuts campaign! If you have any questions, please contact Community Organizer Bianca Diaz.
The 2026 Sí, Se Puede Celebration is happening on March 28, from 10 am–6 pm! Come enjoy a day full of vendors, live music, performances, and family-friendly fun. This is a FREE community event, so bring the whole family! Car lovers! We are excited to be running the Car Show this year. If you have a vehicle you'd like […]
If you live in Mesa County and have an opinion on the state of affordable housing in our area, we need to hear from you! Come join us on Saturday, March 28, when we'll be Just Sharing On Housing! What are your problems with housing? Do you think you might have some solutions? Come share your experience and knowledge […]
On April 11, please join us for the West Slope People’s Forum! Those of us who live in western Colorado face tough choices. Everything feels expensive, and many of us live paycheck to paycheck. Affordability isn’t a buzzword — it’s the difference between paying for groceries or a doctor visit. Adding insult to injury, federal budget cuts have undermined basic services […]
U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, who is running for Governor of Colorado, will join Alliance members and other interested residents for a People's Town Hall on Saturday, April 18, starting at 2 pm, at the Dual Immersion Academy in Grand Junction. This is a part of our Alliance's efforts to ensure Colorado candidates hear West Slope voices and to hold them […]
Join us on April 23 for the 2nd Annual Earth Action Celebration! This event is a family friendly, collaborative event to promote stewardship of our environment and the many ways people can get involved and personalize their stewardship. The City of Montrose, as well as The Montrose Recreation District, are supporting the Uncompahgre Valley Alliance, who will be […]
Join us on April 25 from 9 am to 4 pm in Lincoln Park in Grand Junction for this year's Southwest Arbor Fest! Help green-up Grand Junction by taking home a free tree seedling or participating in a silent auction to bring home a larger containerized tree for your yard. Arbor Day will also include an opportunity to sign up for the City's private ash treatment […]