Law firm to open Montrose office

Dufford Waldeck Law based in Grand Junction plans to open an office in Montrose. Located at 510 S. Cascade Ave., the office is scheduled to open June 1 and offer more convenience to clients in Western Colorado. J. David Reed, of counsel, and Thomas L. Long, staff attorney, joined the firm to work at the […]

Alpine Banks of Colorado reports first quarter earnings

Alpine Banks of Colorado reported a net income of $12.7 million during the first quarter. “Alpine completed a successful first quarter of 2022,” said Glen Jammaron, president and vice chairman of Alpine Banks. “Although rapidly rising interest rates negatively impacted our investment portfolio, our core banking business performed well.” Jammaron said the bank has invested […]

Frontier resumes flights between Grand Junction and Denver

Frontier Airlines has resumed nonstop service between the Grand Junction Regional Airport and Denver International Airport. The Grand Junctional Regional Airport announced the resumption of service, which began April 21 and is scheduled to run through Dec. 29.  Summer service typically will offer flights on Mondays and Friday aboard a 186-seat Airbus A320. Frontier Airlines […]

Foster care rally planned for May 13

The Mesa County Department of Human Services will join with several community organizations to present a foster care rally, celebrating the roles of foster families in the lives of local youth. The department will join with Ariel, Kin Connect, Project 1.27 and WhimSpire in hosting a drive-through style rally with entertainment, food, games and prizes. […]

Touch-a-truck event set for Mesa Mall

An annual touch-a-truck event will return to Grand Junction to raise awareness of safety for roadside workers and emergency responders. The event is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 21 in the parking lot outside JC Penney at the Mesa Mall, 2424 U.S. Highway 6 & 50. The event will feature ambulances, fire […]

Historic airplanes coming to Grand Junction

An upcoming event in Grand Junction will include tours and rides in three historic aircraft. The Rocky Mountain Wing of the Commemorative Air Force will join with West Star Aviation and the Commemorative Air Force Airbase Arizona in hosting the event, set for May 23 through 31. The living history tour at West Star Aviation […]

Kiwanis Club plans Pancake Day for June 11

The Kiwanis Club of Grand Junction has scheduled its annual Pancake Day benefit event for June 11. The 54th annual Pancake Day event is set for 8 a.m. to noon at the Mesa County Fairgrounds, 2785 U.S. Highway 50. The event will include not only all-you-can-eat pancakes, but also a pancake decorating station, activity booth, […]

Grand Junction chamber executive honored for economic development efforts

Diane Schwenke, president and chief executive officer of the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce, was honored for her efforts promoting economic development. The Grand Junction Economic Partnership presented Schwenke with the Joseph Prinster Leadership Award at its annual economic summit. The award recognizes individuals who’ve had a significant impact on economic development in Western […]

Palisade chamber names assistant director

Natalie Schievelbein has joined the Palisade Chamber of Commerce as assistant director. Schievelbein brings to her new position experience in marketing, event planning and communications, most recently with Mesa Mall in Grand Junction. She planned and executed several community events, including the Great West Ice Fest, Valentine’s Day Bestie Bash and Santa’s arrival at Mesa […]

Real estate firm honors best-selling agents for April

Kathy Tomkins and Toni Heiden were honored as the top-performing agents for April at Heiden Homes Realty in Grand Junction. Tomkins posted the most closed transactions. Heiden had the highest dollar volume in sales for the month. In addition to her experience in real estate, Tomkins brings to her duties experience in construction, manufacturing home […]