Thanks to a generous donation from Enstrom Candies, the D51 Foundation kicked off the holiday season by distributing thousands of boxes of Enstrom toffee to teachers and staff in School District 51. Delivered on pallets and carefully packed into boxes, this sweet treat reached every school and support building with the dedicated help of the […]
Join the Fruita Chamber of Commerce for an insightful panel discussion focused on “Veterans in the Workplace,” featuring distinguished speakers who will be announced soon. This is a no-cost event exclusive to veterans in the workforce and their dependents. It will take place on November 13th at Western Region One Source from 11:00 am – […]
Mesa View Elementary Principal Stacey Cohen has been named one of nine recipients nationwide of the prestigious 2024 Terrel H. Bell Award for Outstanding School Leadership, as announced today by U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. Principal Cohen, along with the other honorees from this year’s cohort of National Blue Ribbon Schools, will be recognized […]
Networks Unlimited has expanded its business by hiring two new business development officers, Robert Burkey and Jeff Koperek. Burkey, returning to Networks Unlimited for a second time, holds a bachelor’s degree from Colorado Mesa University. With nearly 25 years of experience in various technology fields, he has provided solutions in audio/video, IT, print, and more. […]
Dr. Heidi Marlin has been appointed medical director of the HopeWest Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) in Mesa County. In her new role, Marlin 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. Marlin felt inspired to take on this […]
Cassie Mitchell, CEO of HopeWest, will return to her home state of Kentucky in early 2025 after a successful two-and-a-half-year tenure with the nonprofit hospice and palliative care organization. Mitchell, a registered nurse, began her nearly 25-year career in hospice care after working in a Kentucky emergency room, where her compassion for elderly and special-care […]
Brandon Leuallen, The Business Times The 29 Road interchange project was passed by both the County Commissioners, with a 3-0 vote, and the Grand Junction City Council, with a 4-3 vote. However, despite its approval, voters will have the final say on whether the project moves forward. The Business Times spoke with City Councilman Scott […]
In their blended marriage, Carlee and Terry Burnett thought it was a good idea to have home studios to support their passion for the arts. After all, Terry’s work had been on display around the area for some time, and Carlee was moving her career back home. After taking classes in stained glass creation and […]
When headlines announced True Value’s bankruptcy, many Mesa County residents feared the local stores, which employ more than 130 people, would shut down. However, the founding family, who opened Peach Tree True Value 45 years ago, assures the community that their four stores will remain open and continue serving the area for years to come. […]
The Grand Junction Lions Club Community Betterment Committee (CBC) grant application season is underway and local nonprofit organizations can apply for grant funds. Applications are available via PDF download at GJ-Lions.org, the GJLions on Facebook or applications may be picked up at Brown’s Shoe Fit, 425 Main. All completed applications must be turned in at […]