A monthly measure of optimism among small business owners continues to retreat, but also remains at an historically high level. It’s a combination that signals slowing growth, but no signs of a recession. “Perhaps the country will indeed talk itself into a recession, but not anytime soon,” said William Dunkelberg, chief economist of the National […]
There’s some satisfaction that occurs when a plan comes together. Just ask those of a certain age who used to watch the “A Team” on television back in the early 1980s and eagerly listened for the catchphrase of the cigar-chomping leader of team, Col. “Hannibal” Smith. But there’s also something to be said for serendipity […]
Brian Paul Hill of Fruita has been appointed to the Colorado Student Leaders Institute Executive Board. Hill will serve on the board as a person from the community who has an interest or experience in education. His term expires July 7, 2021. The Colorado Student Leaders Institute operates a competitive residential summer academic program at […]
Amy Moore has joined Real Estate West in Grand Junction. Moore brings to her duties nearly 25 years of experience in real estate, including residential and investment properties as well as bank-owned properties. She’s a Certified Negotiations Expert and state-certified instructor with the Real Estate Training Center. Real Estate West operates offices at 601 N. […]
Cindy Willms has joined Strive as director of community outreach for the Grand Junction organization that provides services to children and adults with developmental challenges. Willms will work with Doug Sorter, vice president of development, to promote awareness of Strive and its services. Willms has served as a volunteer for Strive for five years and […]
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 […]
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 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. […]
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 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 […]