GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) - The former Albertson's store on 12th Street across from Colorado Mesa University (CMU) is gone.

The demolition of the building paves the way for 200 new parking spaces to support CMU's growing enrollment and athletic department. The new parking will help with sporting events and for new residence halls and facilities. CMU states adding the spaces is cost-effective and beneficial for students and the community.

“CMU looks to the long-term future of our growth needs, and so that's catalyzed in the master plan and that master plan accommodates the needs of the community. And we work closely with our partners, like the city of Grand Junction and our neighbors, to make sure that master plan aligns with everybody's needs. And this was an amazing opportunity for u

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