Sondermind joins Monument Health Network to offer mental health care

Denver-based SonderMind has joined the Monument Health network to help more Coloradans on the Western Slope access affordable, high-quality mental-wellness care. Individuals, couples and families who receive medical care from plans using the Monument Health network can now be referred to a SonderMind therapist or psychiatric provider when they are in need of care. SonderMind […]

City seeks artist for the tile-vinyl mural

The City of Grand Junction and the Commission on Arts and Culture are calling for artists to create an original mural design for the swimming pools at the new Community Recreation Center, currently under construction. Deadline to submit proposals is May 30, and the digital-design files must be submitted by July 16. Detailed information about […]

Horizon Drive and G Road roundabout work begins

The City of Grand Junction began construction this week on the Horizon Drive and G Road Roundabout Project. Contractor Sunroc Corporation is scheduled to complete the project in October. This month, Sunroc Corporation will stage route information and signage near the intersection of Horizon Drive and G Road /27 1/2 Road. A temporary roundabout will […]

Galindo promoted to Trust Officer at Alpine Bank Wealth Management

Alpine Bank Wealth Management promoted Hannah Galindo to trust officer, where she will oversee client accounts across Mesa County and the Western Slope. Galindo, a Colorado native and Colorado Mesa University alum, joined Alpine Bank Wealth Management in January 2024, serving at Alpine Bank’s Grand Junction downtown location. Prior to her role in wealth management, […]

BREAKING: Health Solutions acquires Mind Springs Health, renames it Health Solutions West

Health Solutions, a Pueblo-based provider of behavioral health, substance-use treatment and integrated care, announced today it acquired Grand Junction’s Mind Springs Health and effective immediately will assume operational responsibility for the programs and services currently delivered. Services in Western Colorado will operate under the new name Health Solutions West, according to a news release from […]

2024 set GJEP record for economic impact

Brandon Leuallen, The Business Times The Grand Junction Economic Partnership released its 2024 annual report, outlining what proved to be a banner year for economic impact on Grand Junction and the surrounding area. The report shows the region saw a return of $93 for every $1 invested in GJEP in 2024, demonstrating the organization’s effectiveness […]

St. Mary’s president reflects on Q1 of 2025

Intermountain Health St. Mary’s Regional Hospital President Bryan Johnson sent an email letter to the hospital’s community partners on March 24 to reflect on the first quarter of 2025. He also used it as an invitation to the Caring For Our Communities meeting on May 13. Here’s the letter in its entirety: Dear Community Partners, […]

Kids, cooking classes and – Yes! – cupcake wars

Tim Harty, The Business Times  So, it’s about time your 12-year-old learns how to fend for himself or herself in the kitchen. Or your 9-year-old could stand to learn how to make a healthier macaroni and cheese. Or your 5-year-old doesn’t know the proper, correct, safe way to hold a kitchen knife. Kalyn Lapidus can […]

Accredited again! Highest national recognition awarded to Museums of Western Colorado

Museums of Western Colorado has again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded to the nation’s museums. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, governments, funders, outside agencies and to the museum-going public. Museums of Western Colorado, a nonprofit museum system that includes Museum of the West, Dinosaur Journey, […]