It’s seldom been more evident there’s good, bad — and, yes, downright ugly — in the news confronting business owners and managers. A pandemic can do that. There are those who prefer the reassurance of distinct blacks and whites. And there are occasions when that occurs. More often, news comes in nuanced shades of gray. […]
A monthly measure of optimism among small business owners continues to decline on less upbeat expectations for sales, earnings and staffing. The National Federation of Independent Business reported its Small Business Optimism Index dropped 5.5 points to 90.9 in April. The index has decreased 13.6 points over the past two months in the aftermath of […]
A measure of sales has dropped in the Grand Valley as the effects of business closures and other restrictions imposed in response to the coronavirus pandemic begin to show up in government reports. The City of Grand Junction reported a 10.3 percent decrease in sales and use tax collections in April compared to the same […]
Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties based in Grand Junction has launched a scholarship and mentoring program for people interesting in obtaining their real estate licenses and pursuing a career in the industry. The program is open to applicants from Colorado, Idaho and Montana and covers the costs associated with earning a license, including classes, books and […]
Robin Brown, executive director of the Grand Junction Economic Partnership (GJEP), has been selected to participate in an educational program for public leaders. Brown has been accepted into the Gates Family Foundation Public Leaders Fellowship at Harvard University. She’s scheduled to attend the senior executives in state and local government program in July at the […]
The unemployment rate has soared in the United States from one of its lowest levels to one of its highest as the coronavirus pandemic and associated restrictions triggered an unprecedented decline in payrolls. The jobless rate increased more than 10 points to 14.7 percent in April as nonfarm payrolls decreased 20.5 million, according to U.S. […]
Diana Sirko, superintendent of Mesa County School District 51, and Denny Squibb, athletic director at Fruita Monument High School, were among the latest winners of annual awards presented by the Colorado Athletic Directors Association. Sirko was named administrator of the year. Squibb received a state award of merit. The award winners were announced online. Founded […]
Todd Conklin, the chief executive officer of Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties based in Grand Junction, has been recognized as one of the top real estate professionals in the country. Conklin ranked fourth among 12 professionals named “Game Changers” by REAL Trends. “It’s an incredible honor to be recognized among the leaders on this year’s Game […]
CapRock Real Estate in Grand Junction has affiliated with Century 21 Real Estate as part of a move to grow the residential real estate and property management business. “Affiliating with a global organization known for its mission to elevate the real estate experience and transform this industry from transactional to experiential will help to ensure […]
Warehouse 25sixty-five in Grand Junction has been recognized as a top regional venue for country music performers. Warehouse 25sixty-five was selected as the venue of the year as part of the 2020 Rocky Mountain Country Music Awards program. “This is a we award for sure,” said Butch Miller, co-owner of Warehouse 25sixty-five along with Terri […]