Club 20 names new executive director

A professional with a varied background has been selected as the new executive director of a Western Colorado advocacy group. Bonnie Petersen is scheduled to take over on Feb. 23 as the new leader of Club 20. “We welcome Bonnie to Club 20. Her enthusiasm and passion for Club 20’s mission combined with her skill […]

Vet brings specialty pet care to West Slope

It’s hardly unusual for a patient to see a specialist to diagnose and treat certain disorders — a cardiologist or urologist, for example. But what happens when those patients are pets? Just as specialized practices have evolved to offer a wide range of health care services to humans, the same concept increasingly applies to veterinary […]

The state of the county: Commissioners increasingly upbeat

Mesa County commissioners say they’re increasingly upbeat about the prospects for both the local economy and government operations. While a number of indicators continue to reflect recessionary conditions, rising sales tax collections point to increased spending and economic activity. County spending on capital construction projects as well as an initiative to lower fees and streamline […]

Colorado business index dips, but still forecasts growth

A monthly economic index tracking business conditions in Colorado has declined, but continues to forecast growth in coming months in part because of rising global demand for energy. The Business Conditions Index fell 3.2 points in January, but at 54.9 signals expansion over the next three to six months. “Manufacturing, both durable and nondurable, linked […]

Comments keep coming in on government services story

Comments continue to come in on the cover story about government services that appears in the Jan. 27 to Feb. 9 issue of the Business Times. Here are some additional insights from Grand Junction Mayor Teresa Coons and City Manager Laurie Kadrich. “Where I differ from some of the other council members is that I […]

Chief engineer at Grand Junction Doubletree Hotel earns Spirit of Care Award for his performance

Steve Arnhold, chief engineer at the Doubletree Hotel in Grand Junction, has received an award for his performance. Arnhold received the Spirit of Care Award from Hilton Worldwide. Less than 1 percent of Doubletree team members nationwide receive the honor each year. Winners are nominated by their peers based on their attitude, loyalty and service […]

Rocky Mountain PBS names manager of Grand Junction television station

Penny Mitchell has been promoted to regional director of the Rocky Mountain Public Broadcasting Service as well as general manager of the KRMJ television station in Grand Junction. Mitchell said she hopes to expand the presence of public television in Western Colorado as she oversees regional outreach efforts as well as KRMJ productions. Mitchell previously […]