A measure of consumer confidence has rebounded on more upbeat assessments of business and labor conditions, but remains below levels posted before the onset of the coronavirus pandemic. The Conference Board reported its Consumer Confidence Index rose 15.5 points to 101.8 in September. Components of the index tracking current conditions as well as the short-term […]
Amy Jordan will join Community Hospital in Grand Junction as director of human resources. Jordan brings to her new position more than 13 years of experience in employee relationships, talent acquisition, payrolls and benefits. She served most recently as director of human resources for Critical Nurse Staffing. She holds a bachelor’s degree in aviation from […]
Toni Heiden-Moran was honored as the top-performing agent for August at Weichert Realtors-Heiden Homes Realty in Grand Junction. Heiden-Moran posted the most closed transactions and most new listings for the month. The owner and broker of Weichert Realtors-Heiden Homes Realty, Heiden-Moran brings to her firm more than 40 years of experience in the real estate […]
Dr. Rachael Kappius has joined ReGenesis Plastic Surgery and Dermatology in Western Colorado. Kappius offers a full spectrum of medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatological services. She specializes in treating acne, eczema and psoriasis as well as autoimmune diseases, pediatric dermatology and skin cancer detection and treatment. She said she enjoys working with patients to solve […]
Gina Suzanne Owens-Ott of Grand Junction has been appointed to the Colorado Board of Accountancy. Owens-Ott, an associate professor of accounting at Colorado Mesa University, will serve a term on the board expiring Jan. 31, 2023. Owens-Ott succeeds Christine Zurilgen Joyeux Noel, who resigned. The board regulates certified public accountants in overseeing applications, examinations and […]
Matt Leach has joined Dalby, Wendland & Co. as administrator of the Grand Junction-based accounting and advisory firm. “We are excited to have Matt join our leadership team,” said Chris West, chief executive officer of Dalby, Wendland. “He brings great experience, including a passion for technology that will help our firm continue to be proactive […]
An annual benefit is under way to support Habitat for Humanity of Mesa County and its affordable homeownership program. The Expressive Doors & Windows event will run through Oct. 10. People can view artwork created by 12 local artists and a youth group and participate in a silent auction at the Habitat ReStore located at […]
The Palisade Chamber of Commerce and Palisade businesses presented an electric bicycle to Jennifer Steele, a physical education teacher at Taylor Elementary School, as part of effort to show appreciation to teachers and students at the beginning of the school year. Steele volunteers for chamber and community activities, including the Feast in the Fields dinners. […]
The Rotary Clubs of Fruita and Grand Junction, along with the 5740 Rotary Foundation, contributed more than $6,000 to the Family Health West Foundation to purchase equipment for a rehabilitation program. The $6,460 gift will be used to purchase specialized gym equipment for the pediatric rehabilitation sensory program at the Colorado Canyons Hospital & Medical […]
Charter Communications has resumed a remote education promotion offering free Internet access to households with students or educators. The promotion is available to households in Spectrum markets with students in kindergarten through college or educators and offers free Internet access for 60 days to those who don’t already use Spectrum Internet services. To enroll, customers […]