Dr. Heidi Martin has been appointed medical director of the HopeWest Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) in Mesa County. In her new role, Martin will provide medical services to PACE participants while also addressing social determinants of health and supporting teams caring for participants. “I’m so excited that Dr. Martin felt inspired to […]
The Grand Junction Economic Partnership received recognition for its support of business locations and expansions in Mesa County. The International Economic Development Council awarded GJEP with the 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Award at the bronze level for its 2023 annual report. An organization serving economic developers, the IEDC has more than 4,300 members. “We […]
Grand Valley Power has received a nearly $2 million federal grant to upgrade power lines atop the Grand Mesa. A member of a consortium of 38 electric cooperatives and other rural utilities, Grand Valley Power was selected to receive a $1.95 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy through the Wildfire Assessment and Resilience […]
Colorado business leaders are less confident heading into the fourth quarter as concerns about the economy and uncertainty over the election mount. They’re more upbeat, however, about the year ahead, according to the latest results of an index tracking their expectations. “While individuals noted optimism around falling interest rates and inflation, they also noted uncertainty […]
West Star Aviation plans to construct another hangar at Grand Junction Regional Airport to accommodate growing demand for its aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul services. “This expansion is an exciting milestone for us,” said Scott Sweeney, vice president and general manager of the West Star operation in Grand Junction. “We’re not just building a new […]
Brandon Leuallen, The Business Times As citizens are aware, major changes to a town will bring with them a multitude of opinions and reactions. After sifting through social media posts, news stories and local commentary, it became apparent the City of Grand Junction’s Fourth and Fifth streets pilot project struck a few extra nerves that caused […]
Brandon Leuallen, The Business Times When Andrea Haitz, school board president for Mesa County District 51 (D51) schools, looks at the current ballot initiatives 4A and 4B, she focuses on the details as a parent and a taxpayer. “Looking at them in that way allows me to feel confident in what we’re asking the community […]
Respiratory virus season is officially underway in Mesa County, which can have a serious affects on the health of employees. Three viruses to pay attention to are influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV. All three are transmitted in a similar way: through droplets from a sneeze or cough. If a case becomes severe, […]
Elizabeth Fogarty, director of Visit Grand Junction, joined in an event showcasing the latest innovations in tourism and travel. Fogarty appeared at 24 Hours of Travel Innovations to discuss the use of data to support destination management strategies.Visit Grand Junction was the only Colorado destination management organization featured in the 24 Hours of Travel Innovation. […]
Eric Makovsky has joined Family Health West in Fruita as vice president of hospital operations. In his new role, Makovsky oversees a dozen programs and departments, including the emergency department as well as laboratory, rehabilitation, respiratory and surgical services. “We found the unique gift of qualities in Eric when he shared with us his compassion […]