Applications will be accepted through 5 p.m. Oct. 15 for the latest round of grants from the Bray Cares Foundation. Grants of $500 to $5,000 will be awarded to qualified, tax-exempt organizations working to address housing needs in Mesa County. Grants will target projects that provide emergency shelter and rent assistance, offer affordable housing for […]
A public fund-raising campaign is scheduled to continue through Sept. 30 for the Two Rivers Wildfire Coalition. The Western Colorado Community Foundation will match donations up to $5,000. Funding also will enable the coalition to pursue larger grants. A collaborative effort of federal, state, local, nonprofit and private agencies, the coalition strives to protect Mesa […]
Rocky Mountain Gun Club has closed its indoor ranges and other facilities in Grand Junction. The club announced the closure in a news release, citing challenges over the past two years. “This is a heartbreaking reality for us all, ownership, members, staff and the community we serve.” The club announced plans to reimburse unused membership […]
The Western Colorado Trades and Labor Assembly will join with Colorado WINS, the International Brotherhood of Electricians, IBEW Local 111, CEA and Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment to sponsor a mobile COVID-19 vaccination clinic in Grand Junction. The CDHPE vaccine bus will offer free vaccinations from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 19 […]
Pinnacol Assurance offers an online video designed to help employees working remotely set up ergonomic home offices and reduce the risk of injuries. The instructional video demonstrates how employees can adjust their chairs and workstation components. It addresses chair features and adjustments, workstation setup and positioning and desk organization. “Employers with remote employees should be […]
The Roice-Hurst Humane Society has joined in a nationwide campaign promoting the adoption of shelter pets. The Clear the Shelters event is usually held one weekend, but has been extended to a month to accommodate COVID-19 pandemic restrictions. In addition, a one-day adoption event is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 18 at […]
Businesses and organizations can join in the fall edition of an event encouraging Mesa County residents to bicycle not only for transportation, but also fun and fitness. Grand Valley Bike Month in September will include a challenge in which businesses and organizations try bike commuting anytime during the week of Sept. 19 and 25. Participants […]
The Palisade Art Festival, an event featuring artists from around the country displaying a variety of work, is scheduled for Sept. 25 and 26. The free festival is set for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days at Veteran’s Memorial Park on West Eighth Street. Participating artists will display works in 13 fine art categories […]
Candace Carnahan has been promoted to vice president of the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce. Kirstin Maska has joined the chamber as workforce development coordinator. “I am excited for the changes that we have made internally,” said Diane Schwenke, president and chief executive officer of the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce. “Our members […]
Matt Bell has joined the Grand Junction Economic Partnership as business development manager. Bell works with Steve Jozefczyk, deputy director of GJEP, to support businesses through expansion and relocation, providing information and assistance with government relations, incentives, industry connections and real estate. Prior to joining GJEP, Bell worked nearly five years as a sales and […]