Applications will be accepted through March 31 for a $2,000 college scholarship that will be awarded by the Shelter Insurance Foundation and Kerry Phillips, a Shelter Insurance agent in Grand Junction. A committee of high school officials and community leaders will select the recipient from among upcoming graduates of Fruita Monument High School and Caprock […]
Antonelli’s Advanced Automotive will accept nominations until midnight March 8 for the recipient of a car the Grand Junction repair shop will give away. Nominations should describe in 150 words or less why a particular person needs a vehicle to not only help them prosper, but also improve the lives of others. Nominations may be […]
Knott Laboratory, a forensic engineering firm with an office in Grand Junction, has launched a company to help customers who’ve discovered issues with their home foundations. Foundation Pro Engineering offers structural engineering services directly to homeowners. “For most people, their home is one of their largest investments. So dealing with foundation movement can be incredibly […]
West Star Aviation has received recognition for its efforts to promote and foster aviation maintenance training. The Federal Aviation Administration granted Aviation Maintenance Technician Gold Awards of Excellence to West Star facilities in Grand Junction as well as East Alton, Ill. The FAA bestowed Diamond Awards of Excellence for West Star facilities in Denver and […]
A human resource management consulting firm based in Grand Junction has marked its first year in operation under a new name and branding strategy. Lighthouse HR Support combined under one name the operations of what were formerly Background Research, Employer Representatives and Krey Benefit Solutions. “We are excited to continue the journey we started last […]
To the editor: Over the last few weeks, the Capitol has been quiet. During the pause from debating and passing bills, I spent time listening to constituents and the other folks from around Colorado who have reached out to me to share their thoughts, stories and concerns From ranchers in Gunnison who are worried about […]
A monthly index forecasting economic conditions in the United States continues to increase, signaling gradual growth in the year ahead. The Conference Board reported its Leading Economic Index rose a half percent to 110.3 in January. A separate measure of current conditions also increased, while a measure of past performance decreased. Ataman Ozyildirim, the senior […]
A measure of consumer confidence has increased on more upbeat assessments of business and labor conditions. The Conference Board reported its Consumer Confidence Index rose 2.4 points to 91.3 in January. A component of the index tracking current conditions increased after three straight months of decreases. “This course reversal suggests economic growth has not slowed […]
Business filings increased in Colorado at the end of 2020, offering encouragement for improving economic conditions in the face of declining employment. “Despite the sagging economy at the end of the fourth quarter, there are many reasons for optimism,” said Richard Wobbekind, senior economist in the business research division of the Leeds School of Business […]
Community Hospital in Grand Junction has switched to a new electronic medical records system. The Meditech Expanse system enables hospital staff to provide safe, quality care while also improving communication and coordination between teams, said Bart Butzine, the chief information officer at Community Hospital. In addition, the system offers patients an improved online portal with features […]