Colorado ranks third in an analysis of the most improved states for retirees. Colorado moved up 30 spots from 33rd to third in the analysis, which takes into account the span between 2019 and 2023. “Over the last five years, we’ve witnessed a substantial shift in the retirement landscape across the United States,” said Barry […]
Mesa County sales tax collections slipped on a year-over-year basis in May for Mesa County with declines in the retail sector as well as other industry sectors. Sales and lodging tax collections increased in Grand Junction during the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same span in 2022. Mesa County collected more than $4 […]
Mesa County will receive more than $4 million in the latest payment in lieu of taxes on federal lands in the county. The payment is once again the single largest to a Colorado county out of more than $45.5 million in so-called PILT payments in the state for the 2023 fiscal year. Nationwide, the U.S. […]
A monthly measure of confidence among small business owners edged up, but still reflects concerns. The National Federation of Independent Business reported its Small Business Optimism Index rose four-tenths of a point in May. But at 89.4, the index remained below its historical average of 98 for a 17th consecutive month. “Overall, small business owners […]
Mesa County commissioners have vowed to work with local entities to ease property taxes in the midst of rising home prices. “Forty-four taxing entities in Mesa County have the ability to reduce their mill levies and help aid in the reduction of taxes owed. We will be coordinating with all of them and encouraging them […]
An electric cooperative serving Mesa County has announced an agreement to purchase power from a Denver-based supplier. Grand Valley Power selected Guzman Energy to provide electricity under a 15-year agreement scheduled to begin June 1, 2028. Until then, Grand Valley Power will continue to purchase electricity from Xcel Energy. “After navigating several years of volatile […]
The deadline for submitting proposals for presentations and speakers at the upcoming West Slope Startup Week has been extended to June 16. The free regional business conference is scheduled for Aug. 21 to 25 in Durango. The event will be held both in-person and virtually, offering participants the option to choose between the two. “We […]
Business, community and human service agency leaders have been invited to participate in an event intended to help them better understand the experiences of living in poverty. United Way of Mesa County has scheduled the event for June 9 using its community action poverty simulation kit. “This program helps people understand the complexities and frustrations […]
The Mesa County School District 51 Foundation donated $35,000 for training to create student wellness and belonging systems and structures. The money will fund Engaging Schools Training planned for the 2023-2024 school year. The training is intended to improve academic achievement while also promoting social and emotional development among middle and high school students and […]
An automotive business headquartered in Florida has purchased the Harley-Davidson dealership in Grand Junction. The Ed Morse Automotive Group also purchased Grand Junction Powersports. Both dealerships are located at 2747 Crossroads Blvd. The operations will be rebranded as Teddy Morse’s Grand Junction Harley-Davidson and Teddy Morse’s Grand Junction Powersports. “This is our first acquisition into […]