Applications will be accepted through 5 p.m. Oct. 30 for the latest grant program conducted by the Grand Junction Lions Club. Using proceeds from its carnival and raffle conducted each February, the Grand Junction Lions Club awards grants to fund a variety of community projects. Over its history, the club has contributed a total of […]
Entries will be accepted through Dec. 31 for an annual competition for photography depicting the Colorado agricultural industry. Entries must be submitted to the Colorado Department of Agriculture by e-mail with an official entry. Visit the website at www.colorado.gov/pacific/agmain/best-show-photography-contest for entry forms and contest rules. Photographs must be taken in the 2020 calendar year and […]
Nominations will be accepted until Oct. 31 for annual awards presented by the Colorado Technology Association. The Apex Awards program recognizes the accomplishments of companies and individuals working in the technology sector in the state. Awards are presented to companies, emerging firms and projects. In addition, individual awards are presented to advocates, emerging leaders, entrepreneurs, […]
Grand Valley Power has joined in an effort to provide care packages to military personnel serving overseas. The Grand Junction-based electric cooperative has joined with Operation Interdependence to collect donations, letters and other items. “Grand Valley Power employees and our board of directors are so honored to support this incredible mission and organization for our […]
To the editor: Often referred to as the hardest working river in America, the Colorado River originates on Colorado’s Western Slope and provides water to Western Colorado families, businesses and farms and ranches. The Colorado River and its tributaries also offer endless environmental and recreational benefits enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. The Colorado River […]
A new program will offer training to teachers and students on geographic information systems and other topics. Heidi Ragsdale — a science, engineering, technology and math educator and advocate — will establish the GeoMaker Institute at the GJmakerspace at the Business Incubator Center in Grand Junction. A grant from the National Geographic Society will establish […]
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce has once again earned recognition for its efforts to promote economic development. The International Economic Development Council (IEDC) presented the chamber a silver-level award as part of the annual Excellence in Economic Development awards program. With more than 5,000 members, the IEDC is the world’s largest organization serving […]
by Monument Health Chances are, you’ll hear more about value-based health care as the term gains popularity in the days and weeks ahead. Better still, you’ll probably receive value-based care right here in the Grand Valley. Hospitals, primary care providers and specialists across the valley are committed to providing value-based care. Monument Health, a clinically […]
Coloradans deserve an open and honest discussion on Proposition 113, also known as the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. Unfortunately, they’re not getting it as opponents continue to propagate myths and falsehoods. The latest example is the column on this website by Rose Pugliese. Proposition 113 makes Colorado relevant again by guaranteeing the presidency to […]
Two organizations have merged to continue efforts to preserve open spaces and natural resources in Western Colorado. Colorado West Land Trust and Black Canyon Regional Land Trust announced the merger into a single legal entity. The Colorado West Land Trust will be headquartered in Grand Junction, but also operate an office in Montrose. “With the […]