Panel OKs Jordan Cove project

A federal regulatory panel has approved a proposed liquefied natural gas export terminal and pipeline in Oregon that could connect Western Colorado supplies with Asian markets. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) voted 2-1 to approve the Jordan Cove terminal and Pacific Connector Pipeline. The project still faces roadblocks in Oregon, where the state department […]

SBA disaster loans available to Colorado businesses

A federal agency offers loans to small businesses in Colorado affected by the coronavirus outbreak. The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of economic injury disaster loans of up to $2 million in all 64 Colorado counties. “Local small businesses are bearing the brunt of that impact and facing a severe decline in customer […]

West Slope information technology firms announce merger

Networks Unlimited has merged with Lorimer Network Research to offer more information technology services in a larger geographic area. With offices in Grand Junction and Montrose, Networks Unlimited serves a total of more than 2,000 clients in 39 states. Based in Ouray, Lorimer Network Research serves a total of more than 300 clients in Southwest […]

Businesses awarded for role in United Way campaign

Businesses and organizations were recognized for their roles in a campaign that raised more than $900,000 for United Way of Mesa County. As of March 12, the latest campaign had raised $905,994. Most of the money comes from employee workplace contributions and individual donations. Foundation support and proceeds from the Home Loan Taste of the […]

Leading index rises, but contraction expected

A monthly index forecasting economic conditions has edged up, but the latest results don’t reflect what could be the substantial effects of a coronavirus pandemic. “Declines in stock prices, consumers’ outlook on economic conditions, manufacturing new orders, average workweek in manufacturing and rising unemployment claims will begin to negatively impact the economy. As a result, […]

Real estate broker awarded for advocacy efforts

Lois Dunn, broker of Invest in Colorado West in Grand Junction, has received the William Reid “Bill” Good Memorial Award from the Colorado Association of Realtors. The award honors Colorado real estate professionals for advocating for private property and water rights through political and legislative involvement. Dunn serves as chairwoman of the Grand Junction Area […]

Economic development groups hires real estate manager

Micah Adams has joined the Grand Junction Economic Partnership as real estate development manager, helping business prospects and developers. Adams brings to the new role with the economic development organization his experience with FCI Constructors based in Grand Junction. He worked with a project management team overseeing the construction of large, commercial buildings. He holds […]

Community Hospital receives healthy workplace designation

Community Hospital in Grand Junction has once again been recognized as a Health Links Certified Healthy Workplace Leader, a designation that reflects efforts to foster a culture of health and safety. “We are extremely proud to have earned this certification for the fourth year in a row,” said Lana Birch, wellness coordinator at Community Hospital. […]

Registration under way for E Day events

The former chief executive officer of one the largest kidney dialysis services in the country will share his experiences at an annual event celebrating entrepreneurship. Kent Thiry, the executive chairman of the DaVita board of directors, is scheduled to deliver the keynote presentation at Colorado Mesa University Entrepreneurship Day events set for April 14 in […]