Realtor certified as real estate negotiation expert

Amy Baldwin, a Realtor with RE/MAX 4000 in Grand Junction, has received the Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE) certification. “The RENE certification is a multiple-day course designed to educate brokers on their negotiations in real estate transactions,” Baldwin said. “All my clients will benefit from my knowledge and years of experience in this area, and […]

Lions Club seeks grant applications

Applications will be accepted through Oct. 28 for the latest grant program conducted by the Grand Junction Lions Club. Using proceeds from its annual carnival and raffle, the Grand Junction Lions Club gives away about $100,000 a year to a variety of community projects. Over its 90-year history, the club has given away more than […]

Freddy’s adds blue cheese burger and pumpkin pie concrete to menu

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has added a blue cheese bacon steakburger and pumpkin pie concrete to the menu for a limited time. The blue cheese bacon steakburger features blue cheese crumbles, crispy bacon and grilled onions. The pumpkin pie concrete features frozen custard blended with pumpkin pie and topped with whipped cream and cinnamon. […]

Get the picture: Entries sought for ag photo contest

Entries will be accepted through Dec. 31 for an annual competition for photography depicting the Colorado agricultural industry. “I love to see Colorado’s diverse agricultural landscapes captured in pictures. Every year photographers showcase Colorado agriculture in creative ways,” said Wendy White, marketing specialist for the Colorado Department of Agriculture. Entries to the “Colorado…it’s AgriCultural” photography […]

Grand Junction dealerships donate to Casting for Recovery

Grand Junction Subaru and Grand Junction Volkswagen will donate $25 for every vehicle sold during October to an organization providing outdoor retreats for women with breast cancer. The Sell for the Cure event at the dealerships is part of a Breast Cancer Awareness Month observance. Proceeds will go to Casting for Recovery, which provides free […]

Pinnacol Assurance awarded for charitable efforts

A workers’ compensation insurer has earned recognition in its inclusion in the latest list of what are deemed the most community-minded companies in Colorado. Pinnacol Assurance was named an honoree of the Civic 50 Colorado by CSR Solutions of Colorado and Points of Light. Modeled after the Points of Light national program, the Civic 50 […]

ProStar Geocorp wins magazine awards

A Grand Junction-based company has received recognition for services and skills that set the standard for global markets. ProStar Geocorp was named Growth Technology Company of the Year, Technology Company of the Year and Game Changer of the Year by ACQ5 Magazine. “Being recognized by ACQ5 with multiple awards for 2019 is a great honor,” said […]

Local Start-up with a Big Impact

Sponsored Content from Switch Energy Advisors Did you know, as a commercial business, you could purchase your natural gas from somebody other than the public utility company? “It’s a question we had no idea could even be asked,” says Mike Spradlin, owner of Rib City Grill, “But we’re certainly glad someone took the time to […]

Businesses Win When They Give Back to Their Communities

Sponsored Content provided by Alpine Bank Most small businesses have their local community to thank for their success. And many are reciprocating by giving back in many different ways. While many businesses enjoy the “feel good” benefits of donating their money, time and services, they also reap the tangible benefits of improving their communities while […]