15 Ways You Know Someone Is from Grand Junction, Colorado

Grand Junction was incorporated in 1882 and has been the largest city between Denver and Salt Lake City, Utah for a long time. With only 42% of Colorado residents being true natives of the Centennial State, how can you tell if someone is really from Grand Junction?

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Grand Junction's Lincoln Park Zoo

If you remember the Zoo at Lincoln Park chances are you are from Grand Junction or have lived here long enough to be called a local. From the days of Leo the Lion and Betty the Monkey, the Zoo was popular in town from the 1930s until about 1969. Today you can find some great stories and photos about the zoo at the Mesa County Library.
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You Know the Legends of the Grand Valley

From the tale of the Thunderbirds on the Grand Mesa to the Ute Curse placed over the Grand Valley, Grand Junction has a history of legends handed down over the years. Do you know someone who moved away from Grand Junction and took some dirt with them? Find out why people do this by tapping the link below.

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Shakey's Pizza in Grand Junction

If you ever had a birthday party at Shakey's Pizza, you are probably from Grand Junction. This iconic pizza parlor was the place to go in the '70s and '80s. The restaurant featured a large "window" that would allow customers to watch the pizza dough being made and tossed into the air.

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