Entries will be accepted through Dec. 31 for a photography contest showcasing the Colorado agricultural industry. Photos must be taken in 2012 and depict Colorado agriculture. To enter or obtain more information, call (303) 239-4119 or log on to www.coloradoagriculture.com/aginsights.
Applications will be accepted through Sept. 14 for vacancies on the Grand Junction Planning Commission and Grand Junction Zoning Board of Appeals. The planning commission hears and decides planning and zoning related issues and makes recommendations to the Grand Junction City Council. The zoning board hears and decides appeals of administrative decisions, variances and exceptions […]
Crystal Books and Gifts has scheduled a book signing event for Aug. 23 as part of the Thursday evening farmer’s market in downtown Grand Junction. The event will feature Marcus Straub, an individual and business coach, owner of Life Is Great! and author of “Is It Fun Being You?” Crystal Books and Gifts is located […]
The Commons of Hilltop in Grand Junction has scheduled a series of free presentations designed to help people with chronic health conditions feel better and maintain active and independent lifestyles. The six-week-long Be Well Colorado workshop is set for 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays Aug. 28 to Oct. 2 at 625 27 1/2 Road. The […]
The Pancheros Mexican Grill in Montrose will join in a 20th anniversary celebration that will include $1 burritos. The event is set for 4 to 6 p.m. Aug. 28 at the Montrose location at 3410 Williams Drive. Nationwide, Pancheros Mexican Grill operates 50 locations offering fresh-pressed tortillas filled with high-quality ingredients. The company plans to […]
Bank of Colorado branches across the state are accepting donations for an American Red Cross relief fund established to assist victims of wildfires. Bank of Colorado will match donations made through Aug. 31 up to a total of $15,000. Bank of Colorado operates 25 branches in the state, including locations at 200 Grand Avenue and […]
Humphrey RV & Trailer in Grand Junction has been named the top dealer for the KZ brand of recreational vehicles for a second consecutive year. “We have taken it back to basics with out customers. Treat people right and they will be a loyal customer,” said Brad Humphrey, owner of Humphrey RV & Trailer. “That […]
Capco in Grand Junction is among six Colorado companies that have received statewide awards for workplace safety. The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) honored Capco and the other companies at a reception at the governor’s executive residence in Denver. Founded in 1958, Capco manufactures military hardware. Capco earned additional recognition earlier this year […]
Energy companies with exploration and production operations in Western Colorado were among the latest winners of awards presented by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. Anadarko Petroleum, East Cheyenne Gas Storage, Encana Oil and Gas (USA), Oxy USA, SG Interests I and WPX Energy received outstanding operator awards. Encana earned recognition for environmental protection […]
If you’re concerned about how high federal government spending and debt have reached in recent years, the latest numbers on the current fiscal year offer little hope for positive change. To review, federal outlays jumped from $2.73 trillion in 2007 to $2.98 trillion in 2008, and $3.52 trillion in 2009. This vast increase in spending […]