West Star Aviation in Grand Junction has once again been recognized for its efforts to promote a cleaner environment. Other companies and organizations with operations in the Grand Valley also were recognized. “We take pride in our ongoing efforts to reduce our environmental footprint at West Star Aviation,” said Dave Krogman, general manager of the […]
A monthly measure of consumer confidence has declined for a fourth straight month on less upbeat assessments of business and labor conditions, but still offers encouragement in the midst of the holiday shopping season. “Overall, confidence levels are still high and should support solid spending during this holiday season,” said Lynn Franco, senior director of […]
A small business advocacy group opposes new overtime rules proposed by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment. Tony Gagliardi, state director of the National Federation of Independent Business in Colorado, compared the plan to “handing the cockpit of a smoothly running aircraft over to circus animals.” “Nothing good can come of it,” he said. […]
A Grand Junction-based community bank is among the winners of inaugural awards recognizing their efforts to offer exceptional work experiences to employees. Timberline Bank was among five banks to receive Best Community Banks to Work For awards from the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA), a national trade association. The winners were selected on the […]
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis has unveiled a plan to promote economic development in rural areas of the state. The rural economic blueprint proposes efforts to leverage such assets as agricultural operations, outdoor recreation opportunities and tourism attractions. The blueprint also proposes efforts to expand access to broadband services and repair roads and bridges. “We are […]
It’s never too early, it seems, for electioneering. That’s especially true for those trying so hard to move into an oval office. The election remains almost a year away, yet Democratic presidential candidates have been debating for almost that long. And those dreaded ads have not only shown up on our television screens, but also […]
Steve Cullen has joined EnergyWise Consultants as a partner and part-owner of the Grand Junction-based company. Cullen brings to the operation more than 20 years of experience in energy conservation and management, building operation efficiency and utility bill accounting. He’s developed energy accounting software and databases and helped start energy conservation businesses. He worked for […]
John Kelley has joined Family Health West as foundation director for the Fruita-based organization. “John’s strongest assets are his energy, personality, strong worth ethic and personal skills, which is just what we need to grow the foundation,” said Dr. Korrey Klein president and chief executive officer of Family Health West. Kelley brings to his duties […]
Westin Pease has joined Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction as a broker associate. “Westin brings a solid work ethic, is outgoing, reliable and has a strong attention to detail that is going to make him very successful in this business,” said Lynn Thompson, president of Bray Real Estate. “We are thrilled to have him […]
Dorothy Rinderle has earned recognition for her service as a volunteer for Court Appointed Special Advocates of Mesa County. Rinderle received the President’s Volunteer Service Gold Award from the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation. The award recognizes volunteers who’ve completed 500 hours of service. CASA of Mesa County provides a voice in court […]