A Montrose company has announced a breakthrough in a process to powder coat plastics, composites and other nonmetallic surfaces. InnoVoc Solutions, a division of Gordon Composites, has developed a surface treatment that makes nonmetallic surfaces temporarily conductive, but emits no volatile organic compounds or other hazardous byproducts. Kevin Stay, president and general manager of Gordon […]
The Grand Junction Subaru dealership has earned an award recognizing customer service excellence. Grand Junction Subaru has received the Subaru Stellar Care Award from Subaru of America. “The Subaru Stellar Care Award is given to top-ranking Subaru dealers who deliver an exceptional ownership experience to our customers,” said Bill Cyphers, senior vice president of sales […]
Taxes always rank as major costs and big concerns for entrepreneurs, businesses and investors. But that’s even more so the case now given imposed, scheduled and proposed tax increases under President Barack Obama. There’s the possibility of even more tax hikes not too far down the road given the four-plus-year unprecedented explosion in federal spending […]
Given the prominent participation of natural gas exploration and production companies at the annual Energy Forum & Expo in Grand Junction, the speakers who deliver presentations there are a lot like ministers preaching to the choir. It’s easy to convince someone of something in which they already firmly believe. Nonetheless, presentations at the event always […]
As I always say, when the going gets tough, the tough get going to Facebook to see what in the heck is going on with this country. After the last few days — who am I kidding, years — I can say without a doubt that what is going on is a steady decline. I […]
A new federal report affirms the role of Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) in assisting small businesses and promoting economic development. More than 900 SBDCs operate across the United States, including a center located in the Business Incubator Center in Grand Junction. The centers offer direct, face-to-face counseling to entrepreneurs starting ventures as well as […]
“Not everything that counts can be counted. And not everything that can be counted, counts.” — Albert Einstein What is a volunteer? What is the value of volunteering? Volunteering is about giving, contributing and helping other individuals and the community. Volunteering means working with others to make a meaningful contribution to a better community. One […]
Proposals will be accepted through April 4 for a grant program that promotes the development of specialty crops in Colorado. “Specialty crops are an important part of Colorado’s agriculture industry. These funds will help develop and promote the state’s diverse specialty crops,” said Tom Lipetzky, director of the markets division of the Colorado Department of […]
Registration remains open for an upcoming conference offering participants a better understanding of the federal legislative process. Applications will be accepted through March 16 for the 2012 Colorado Capital Conference. The conference is scheduled for June 5 to 7 in Washington, D.C. The event will accommodate 100 Colorado residents who will interact with members of […]
The Grand Valley bus system has extended its hours and increased service along one of its busiest routes. The changes are scheduled to go into effect March 12. Free bus service will be offered from March 12 to 17 to encourage the public to try out the new hours and services. Operational hours will run […]