Exports of agricultural products from Colorado decreased during the first quarter with declining sales of beef, dairy products and millet. According to figures reported by the Colorado Department of Agriculture, the value of ag exports from the state during the first quarter of 2013 totalled $337.4 million. That’s a decrease of $9.4 million, or nearly […]
An event has been scheduled for middle and high school students interested in a new program that will teach them how to start and run their own businesses. The pizza party and application completion event is set for 4 to 6 p.m. June 20 at Western Colorado Community College, 2508 Blichmann Ave. in Grand Junction. […]
Cynthia Castaneda and Mike Moran were honored as the best-selling agents for May at Heiden Homes Realty and Associates in Grand Junction. Castaneda posted the most closed transactions as well as the most new listings during May. Moran posted the highest dollar volume in sales for the month. Heiden Homes operates offices at 735 Rood […]
Deb Braffett, Brian Donaldson and Linda Jordan, all broker associates at Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction, have earned the Certified Negotiation Expert designation. The Real Estate Negotiation Institute confers the designation on real estate professionals who complete formal negotiation training. Agents learn how to communicate effectively to uncover more information, help clients understand their […]
Seventeen people have completed the latest Mesa County Leadership Program sponsored by the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce. Graduates of the 10-month program are: Brenda Brock, Alpine Bank; Linda Dannenberger, Mesa County; Molly Feddersen, Wells Fargo Bank; Frances Franco, Colorado Mesa University; Michelle Howard; Leif Johnson, Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce; Brad Keller, […]
Neil Jaquet of Palisade and Kevin Reimer and William Wade of Grand Junction are among the latest appointees to state boards and commissions. Jaquet was appointed to the Wine Industry Development Board, a group that promotes winegrape and winery research and development as well as wine-related tourism in Colorado. Reimer was appointed to the Colorado […]
Kathleen Wilson, a registered nurse working at Community Hospital in Grand Junction, is among six nurses to earn statewide recognition for their work. Wilson received the Nightingale Award for Excellence in Human Caring in the category for leadership in clinical practice. The award honors nurses who exemplify the practices of nursing pioneer Florence Nightingale. Wilson […]
Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Grand Junction has scheduled three more events in June that will showcase authors. The events will offer shoppers an opportunity to meet authors and purchased autographed copies of their books. Book signings are set for 2 to 4 p.m.: June 15 with Werner Neff, author of “The United States — […]
The latest edition of an annual directory of farmers’ markets, roadside produce stands and wineries in Colorado is now available. The Colorado Farm Fresh Directory is available for free from participating chamber of commerce offices, visitor centers and Colorado State University Extension offices. The directory also is available online from the website at www.coloradoagriculture.com/farmfresh. “This […]
Canyon Creek Plastic Surgery in Fruita will continue a series of free presentations for women related to health and beauty. Dr. Rebecca Glasser, a plastic surgeon at Canyon Creek Plastic Surgery, has scheduled Ladies Night summer series presentations for July 9 and Aug. 13 at Two Rivers Winery, 2807 Broadway in Grand Junction. The July […]