Lodging tax collections declined slightly in 2011, one of several indicators tracked by the Grand Junction Visitor & Convention Bureau that reflected mixed results for the local tourism sector. The VCB reported collecting $69,041 in lodging taxes in December, just $12 less than the same month last year. For all of 2011, lodging tax collections […]
A former telecommunications executive has joined the leadership team at the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (COEDIT). Teresa Taylor serves as an executive advisor focusing on statewide industry growth. Taylor previously served as chief operating officer of Qwest Communications based in Denver prior to the acquisition of the company by CenturyLink last […]
Comments will be accepted through Jan. 27 on the development of a formal hangar lease policy at the Grand Junction Regional Airport. Comments can be submitted online at the Web site located at www.gjairport.com/leasing-guidelines; by e-mail to atis@gjairport.com or by mail to 2828 Walker Field Drive, Suite 301, Grand Junction, CO 81506, attention leasing policy. The […]
An annual job fair will return to Grand Junction after a two-year hiatus, offering a venue matching companies seeking employees and applicants seeking work. The Mesa County Workforce Center has scheduled the 2012 Jump Start Job Fair for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 31 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 743 Horizon Drive. Suzie Miller, […]
Mesa County Libraries has scheduled what’s billed as a “tech petting zoo” to offer information about tablet computers, smart phones and other electronic devices. The tech petting zoo is planned for noon to 4 p.m. Jan. 28 at the central library at 530 Grand Ave. in Grand Junction. The event is free and open to […]
Two Grand Junction photographers were among the winners of an annual contest showcasing the Colorado agricultural industry. Laurie Purcell finished first in the open professional category for an entry titled “Last Light” showing the sun setting behind a barn. Elena Dravez received honorable mentions in two categories for photographs depicting two men on horseback driving […]
Four people have been elected to the Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce executive board. The new members are: John Burwell Jr., Peterson Plumbing and Heating, president; Tom Oliver, Alpine Bank, vice president; Barbara Lucks, CMCA/Effective Membership Services, treasurer; and Dawn Merris, SOS Home Interior Styling, secretary. Two more people have been elected to serve three-year […]
Heiden Homes Realty and Associates in Grand Junction honored four agents for their performance in December. Mary Kruse posted the highest sales volume for the month, while Cynthia Castaneda, Bob Colony and Toni Herridge all tied for the most new listings. Heiden Homes Realty operates offices at 735 Rood Ave. For more information, call 245-7777 […]
Chiropractor Wes Sheader has scheduled a free workshop on natural solutions to digestive problems for 6:30 p.m. Jan. 31 in the community room of Goodwill Industries, 630 24 1/2 Road in Grand Junction. Sheader will discuss natural means of addressing acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcers and other ailments. The workshop is limited to the […]
Have you ever said to yourself: This town has too many hair salons? Or have you noticed that yet another pizza joint has opened? Of course, it’s entirely possible such ventures are all making a good profit. But sometimes you have to wonder whether small business owners sufficiently evaluate local markets to ensure their products […]