Family physician joins HopeWest

Dr. Denise Burnett has joined HopeWest in Grand Junction as a hospice and palliative medicine physician. Burnett brings to her duties more than 23 years of experience in family medicine, long-term care and hospice care. She’s certified as a hospice medical director. “I’m excited to welcome Dr. Burnett to our organization. Her clinical experience and […]

Real estate firm honors best-selling agent

Cynthia Castaneda was honored as the best-selling agent for August at Weichert Realtors-Heiden Homes Realty in Grand Junction. Castaneda posted the most closed transactions for the month as well as the most new listings. In addition to her real estate career, Castaneda works as a personal care provider. Weichert Realtors-Heiden Homes Realty operates offices at […]

Fruita teacher among finalists for state award

A kindergarten teacher who works at a Fruita elementary school is among the latest finalists for the Colorado Teacher of the Year award. Richard Green is one of seven finalists in the annual awards program conducted by the Colorado Department of Education. “These seven teachers serve as inspiring examples among the thousands of teachers across […]

Artist in residence brings glass act to studio

Paula Marchionda, a fused glass artist who explores in her work the different textures and colors of the medium, will serve as the next Mesa County Libraries 970West artist in residence. Marchionda will present a series of workshops as well as host open studio hours during her residency, which runs through Dec. 2. Workshops for […]

Virtual chamber of commerce launched in Montrose

A former member of the Montrose Chamber of Commerce has launched an effort to provide businesses a new resource for networking and promotion after the chamber closed. Laura Williams, chief executive officer of InSync Media, has started the Montrose Virtual Chamber of Commerce. “Creating the virtual chamber is one thing that my company can do […]

Arc Thrift Stores to open Grand Junction location

An organization that operates 30 thrift stores in Colorado as part of efforts to assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities has announced plans to open a location in Grand Junction. Arc Thrift Stores plans to open the store in the spring in the East Gate Shopping Center at North Avenue and 28 1/4 Road. […]

Prices lowered for benefit golf tournament

The prices have been lowered for a benefit golf tournament to raise money for scholarships to students enrolled in engineering degree programs offered by Colorado Mesa University and the University of Colorado. The Rotary Club of Grand Junction and Grand Valley CU Buffs have scheduled the tournament for Sept. 14. The four-person scramble tournament is […]

Defense contractor receives veterans employer award

A Grand Junction-based defense contractor has received recognition for its efforts to employ veterans. Capco received the Employers of Veterans Award from the American Legion, Department of Colorado. “We are passionate about serving and supporting the men and women of our armed forces, and that commitment extends to furthering veterans’ careers once they have transitioned […]

Grand Junction Volkswagen awarded for performance

Grand Junction Volkswagen has received recognition for its performance. The dealership received one of only 16 Volkswagen Gold Pin Awards presented in the United States for 2018. Awarded by the Volkswagen corporate headquarters in Germany, the Gold Pin recognizes sustained sales performance, customer satisfaction, dealer involvement in the community and representation of the Volkswagen brand. […]