Governor issues statewide mask order

While a variance from some pandemic restrictions remains in place in Mesa County, a new statewide order directs people to wear face coverings in public indoor spaces. Colorado Gov. Jared Polis announced the executive order intended to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Polis also said there will be a two-week pause on issuing any new […]

Firm announces sale of building housing Office Depot

A building housing the Office Depot in Grand Junction has sold for $2.92 million. Blue West Capital, a Denver-based company that focuses on the purchase and sales of commercial investment properties and retail shopping centers, assisted both the purchaser and seller. Center West, a Colorado-based private family office, purchased the building. A Southwest-based investor sold […]

Grand Valley sales tax collections mixed

Tax collections, an indicator of sales activity, constituted something of a mixed bag for the City of Grand Junction and Mesa County in June. While city sales tax collections dropped 8.3 percent compared to June 2019, county collections rose 5.3 percent on a year-over-year basis. Grand Junction lodging tax collections, a measure of hotel and […]

Small Business Optimism Index rebounds

A measure of optimism among small business owners has rebounded on more upbeat expectations for sales and hiring, even in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. The National Federation of Independent Business reported its Small Business Optimism Index rose 6.2 points to 100.6 in June. “Small businesses are navigating the various federal and state policies […]

Federal order clears way for Jordan Cove natural gas exports

A federal agency has authorized liquefied natural gas exports from a proposed terminal that could connect Western Colorado supplies with Asian markets. Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette said the Department of Energy issued a final long-term order allowing exports from the Jordan Cove project in Oregon. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission voted in March to approved […]

Orthopedic surgeon joins Family Health

Dr. Chris Copeland has joined the medical staff at Family Health West and Monument Orthopedics and Sports Trauma in Fruita. Copeland offers orthopedic care, including total hip and knee replacements as well as treatments for trauma fractures. He also practices sports medicine, including arthroscopy and cartilage restoration of knees and ankles. He’s a member of […]

United Way board names executive director

Zebulon Miracle has been named executive director of United Way of Mesa County. Laura Glatt, president of the United Way of Mesa County board of directors, announced the decision. “Zebulon brings extensive management experience, infectious energy and innovation to our agency.” Miracle succeeds Julie Hinkson, who joined the Rocky Mountain Health Foundation. “United Way of […]

CPA joins Grand Junction financial firm

Nancy Harward has joined RoseCap Financial in Grand Junction as principal of the tax and accounting team. Harward, a certified public accountant, brings to her duties more than 15 years of corporate and personal tax and accounting experience. She worked 13 years for Eide Bailly. She holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting with a minor […]