Colorado company completes testing on chemical-free fracking treatment

A Colorado company has completed testing of a chemical-free water treatment system for the hydraulic fracturing process used in natural gas and oil exploration and production. Produced Water Solutions has developed a proprietary process called Ecofrac to treat the large volumes of water used in hydraulic fracturing. The mobile, low-energy and chemical-free process treats water […]

Delta County projects earn grants through renewable energy program

Two projects in Delta County are among the recipients of more than $600,000 in grants awarded through the Advancing Colorado’s Renewable Energy (ACRE) program. Painted Sky RC&D received a $25,000 grant to assess the feasibility of developing a hydroelectric power facility for agricultural operations. Delta Economic Development received a $20,000 grant to assess the feasibility […]

Grand Junction Doubletree Hotel earns outstanding rating from Hilton Hotels

The Doubletree Hotel in Grand Junction has earned top ratings for a third consecutive year. The Doubletree Hotel earned an outstanding rating from Hilton Hotels Quality and Assurance based on adherence to Hilton standards, the cleanliness and overall condition of the hotel and six months of guest service scores. Out of 240 Doubletree Hotels worldwide, […]

Habitat for Humanity awarded for efforts to provide housing

Habitat for Humanity of Mesa County has earned recognition for its efforts to provide affordable housing to families in need. The nonprofit organization received the Clarence Jordan Award from Habitat for Humanity International. The award is named after the man considered the spiritual father of Habitat for Humanity. “We are honored to receive this award […]

Plastic surgery procedures gaining acceptance

Even as procedures become more popular and commonplace, the stigma and secrecy that once surrounded plastic surgery has substantially decreased. “Plastic surgery doesn’t have the stigma it used to. Most people still want to keep the fact that they’re having a procedure quiet. But the idea of having plastic surgery has become more acceptable than […]

Marketing firm kicks off new year with new name

A Grand Junction-based marketing, advertising and business development firm has changed its name as well as updated its logo and website. Ryan, Sawyer & Whitney is now RSW Partners. “We are taking this opportunity to rebrand ourselves for a number of reasons,” said Tom Y. Sawyer, president of the firm. “RSW Partners shortens the syllables […]

Remember: No close dancing or making out under the bleachers

Thank you Mark Udall. Our nation’s collective IQ has been dramatically lowered now that your first original idea since being elected senator is actually being implemented. And here I thought the Democrats just allowed you to present ideas (while doing nothing about them) so you felt good about yourself, all while getting you to vote […]