An organization that in 2022 alone helped launch 26 new businesses and create 421 full-time jobs has received additional acclaim for its efforts. U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert returned to the Business Incubator Center in Grand Junction for a congressional recognition event. “The work you do for the Western Slope is indispensable,” said Boebert, a Republican […]
Three Grand Junction firms are among the latest recipients of grants designed to help them promote their products and services through digital marketing. A Moment Stopped photography service, Happy Roots artisanal plant pot business and Hillbilly Grill catering company each received $5,000 grants distributed through the Small Business Accelerated Growth Program. Colorado Gov. Jared Polis […]
The City of Grand Junction, Mesa County and Colorado State University have joined in a study of the benefits of adding compost to soil. “This study will provide valuable data about the benefits of using compost to conserve water in our communities while repurposing valuable natural resources,” said Jay Valentine, general services director for the […]
The members of a small business advocacy group in Colorado have come out against a ballot measure that would reduce property tax rates, but backfill revenue with money collected above state constitutional limits imposed by the Taxpayer Bill of Rights. Fully 90 percent of members of the National Federation of Independent Business in Colorado responding […]
St. Mary’s Medical Center in Grand Junction is among the Colorado hospitals recognized for their efforts to offer healthier food and beverage options as well as promote breastfeeding. St. Mary’s was recognized at the gold level for the Healthy Hospital Compact. St. Mary’s has been a Colorado Baby Friendly designated hospital since 2016. Since its […]
A public forum is set for Aug. 15 to discuss the future of the Orchard Mesa recreational facility in Grand Junction. The forum is planned for 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln Park Barn, 910 N. 12th St. This event will offer an opportunity for participants to review options for the Orchard Mesa recreational […]
The U.S. Bureau of Land Management seeks nominations for members of regional advisory councils in Colorado. “The resource advisory councils are the cornerstones of our engagement with the communities where we manage public lands,” said BLM Colorado State Director Doug Vilsack. “Our bureau’s ability to administer and conserve these lands for the use and enjoyment […]
A quarterly measure of confidence among business executives in the United States has increased, reflecting a more upbeat, yet still cautious, outlook. The Conference Board reported its Measure of CEO Confidence rose six points to 48 for the third quarter. Still, a reading below 50 reflects more negative than positive responses from the 127 executives […]
A measure of optimism among small business owners has increased, but still reflects concerns over earnings and hiring. “With small business owners’ views about future sales growth and business conditions dismal, owners want to hire and make money now from solid consumer spending,” said Bill Dunkelberg, chief economist for the National Federation of Independent Business. […]
A grand opening celebration is planned for a new location for Home Loan State Bank branch in Montrose. The celebration is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 18 at 1440 Encanto Place. The location also serves as a retail outlet for Enstrom Candies. “We are excited to be in our new location at […]