Burlingon Stores donates $5,000 to school as part of Grand Junction opening

Burlington Stores has donated $5,000 to the Dual Immersion Academy as part of a celebration of the opening of a new location in Grand Junction. The donation, made through the AdoptAClassroom.org national nonprofit organization, will be used to purchase school supplies. “Our teachers were incredibly excited when they received the news, and they are eagerly […]

Real estate firm donates $18,000 to nonprofits

The Christi Reece Group donated a total of $18,000 to three nonprofit organizations, the latest recipients of charitable giving by the Grand Junction real estate company. Harmony Animal Matchmaker received $10,000, while the Rocky Mountain Down Syndrome Association and HopeWest Kids each received $4,000 from the Circle Fund. “We are excited to give $18,000 away […]

Tech repair shop changes name under rebranding

Assurion Tech Repair & Solutions in Grand Junction has been rebranded to uBreakiFix by Assurion as part of a nationwide effort involving more than 700 locations. The shop continues to offer repairs for tech devices, including game consoles, laptop computers and smartphones. “Your local store’s sign may have changed, but our mission remains the same: […]

Community Hospital received certification for cardiac rehabilitation

Community Hospital in Grand Junction has received certification for its cardiovascular rehabilitation program. The American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation awarded the designation, which remains valid for three years. “The entire cardiac rehab staff has worked tirelessly to earn this certification, and we are extremely proud of the accomplishment,” said Joe Gerardi, chief operating […]

Second Smoking’ Oak to open in Grand Valley

A second wood-fired pizza franchise restaurant will open in the Grand Valley. The Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza & Taproom is scheduled to open Nov. 9 in Suite A4 of the Peachtree Shopping Center, which is located at 3225 Interstate Highway 70 Business Loop in Clifton. Another Smokin’ Oak restaurant operates in the Grand Mesa Center […]

West Slope women awarded for economic development efforts

Bonnie Petersen, former executive director of the Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado and Club 20, was recognized for five decades of work promoting economic development in Western Colorado. State Sen. Janice Rich, a Republican from Grand Junction, also was honored for efforts. The Economic Development Council of Colorado presented Petersen with its Chairman’s Choice Award. […]

New business filings bolster Colorado outlook

An increase in new business filings in Colorado bodes well for further economic growth in the state. “Colorado continues to be a great place to not only start a business, but to stay in business. I’m very excited to see our business community continue to thrive in the state,” said Secretary of State Jena Griswold. […]

Colorado ranks 27th in state tax index

Colorado ranks 27th among the 50 states in the latest comparison of how tax systems affect businesses. Colorado fared well in the 2024 State Business Tax Climate Index for comparatively lower corporate and individual income taxes, but less so for sales taxes and unemployment insurance. The state ranked 21st in the 2023 index. The Tax […]

Grand Junction residents named to state boards

Three Grand Junction residents were named to state boards and commission. Jason Lemaster was appointed to the Child Support Commission to serve as a parent representative. The commission reviews child support guidelines and issues a report every four years to the governor and State Legislature reviewing guidelines and recommending statutory changes. Jed Balisteri was reappointed […]