United States payrolls increased by the largest amount in eight months in even as the jobless rate remained unchanged in September. Nonfarm payrolls grew 336,000 and the unemployment rate held steady at 3.8 percent, according to the latest estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The September payroll gain was the largest for a […]
Three Grand Valley women have been selected for roles with an organization connecting Colorado educators and students with the agricultural industry. Lucee Church of Loma will serve as resource coordinator with Colorado Agriculture in the Classroom. Church will fill requests for resources and track the reach of programs. She previously served as education program coordinator […]
Bob Young, founder and chairman of Alpine Bank, has received more recognition for his philanthropic efforts. The Colorado Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals selected Young for its lifetime achievement award. Twelve awards were bestowed as part of National Philanthropy Day. Young was praised for a legacy of personal philanthropy, corporate citizenship and community […]
Gina Archuleta has joined Lighthouse HR Support in Grand Junction as an HR business partner in the firm’s operations department. Archuleta is responsible for executive tasks in the background screening division as well as business development in all areas. She also provides consulting services to clients. She brings to her duties more than 17 years […]
Jennifer Tomaszewski has been selected as finance director of the City of Grand Junction. Tomaszewski succeeds Jodi Welch, who retired after working for the city for 32 years. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to be part of this community, and my family and I are looking forward to this new adventure,” Tomaszewski said. “I already […]
Tracy Barrios has joined the HopeWest Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) as director of clinical services. “We are thrilled to welcome Tracy to our team,” said Cassie Mitchell, president and chief executive officer of HopeWest, based in Grand Junction. “Her exceptional skills, leadership and commitment to quality care make her an ideal […]
The Home and Building Association of Western Colorado has scheduled its annual Parade of Homes for Oct. 6 to 8 and 13 to 15. The self-guided tour showcasing homes, new home technology and design trends will run from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. Tickets sell […]
Pinnacol Assurance, a leading workers’ compensation insurer in Colorado, has awarded more than $400,000 to nonprofit organizations, including the Colorado Mesa University Foundation and Mesa Youth Services. Pinnacol Assurance awarded 29 grants in its latest cycle to organizations that align with the company’s commitment to workforce development, safety and economic vitality. “Pinnacol is integral to […]
Alpine Bank warns the customers of all banks to remain vigilant after a surge of texts and emails designed to trick people into disclosing confidential bank account login information and passwords. Alpine Bank assured its bank accounts remain secure and under no threat so long as customers don’t click on the links or provide login […]
Burlington Stores, a national discount retailer with nearly 1,000 outlets, has announced plans to open a location in Grand Junction this fall. The new store will open in the Grand Mesa Center, located at 2424 U.S. Highway 6 & 50. The operation will create employment opportunities. Candidates should visit https://burlingtonstores.jobs to obtain more information and […]