SCL Health announces new St. Mary’s president

A hospital executive who’s worked in a succession of positions has a new role as president of St. Mary’s Medical Center in Grand Junction. Bryan Johnson accepted the position after serving as interim president since June 15, according to a news release from SCL Health, which operates St. Mary’s. Johnson succeeds Dr. Brian Davidson, who […]

Index: Small business owners more upbeat

A monthly measure of optimism among small business owners has rebounded on more upbeat expectations, but also reflects difficulty in finding qualified employees. “Contrary to the narrative about impending economic doom, the small business sector remains exceptional,” said William Dunkelberg, chief economist of the National Federation of Independent Business. Juanita Duggan, president and chief executive […]

Analysis: Colorado businesses opening at slower pace, but still boosting job growth

The pace of new businesses opening in Colorado continues to slow, but still should bolster job growth, according to the latest analysis of filings in the state. Corporations, nonprofits and other entities filed a total of 31,762 initial documents with the secretary of state’s office during the second quarter. That’s an increase of just six-tenths […]

California vehicle standards won’t work in Colorado

As a defender of Colorado’s working families, I recognize that Colorado Gov. Jared Polis’ mandate to adopt California’s low-emission vehicle and zero emission vehicle (ZEV) standards affects this population the most. Here’s a little history on these extreme environmental emission standards. Gov. Polis has aggressively pressed ZEV efforts since taking power in January, adding even […]

Accounting firm announces new COO and promotions

Vicki Goetter has joined Dalby, Wendland & Co. as chief operating officer of the Grand Junction-based accounting and business consulting firm. Four other members of the staff have been promoted to new positions. Goetter brings to her new duties 20 years of experience in the public accounting and consulting industry in the New York and […]

IT company hires business development manager

Brittany Welch has joined Networks Unlimited as business development manager of the Grand Junction-based information technology company. Welch works with the sales team at Networks Unlimited to develop and manage business accounts. She brings to her duties experience in technology and client relations. “We’re pleased to have Brittany join our team and come alongside us […]

Real estate firm announces addition and designation

Kimberly Kettle has joined Bray Real Estate and a team covering Delta, Montrose and Ouray counties in Western Colorado. Tyler Harris, a broker associate with Bray Real Estate, received the Certified Residential Specialist designation from the Residential Real Estate Council. “Having Kim able to cover Delta, Montrose and Ouray areas is a huge asset to […]

Entries sought for wiener dog races

Entries will be accepted through 5 p.m. Aug. 12 for the annual Wienerschitzel wiener dog races scheduled for Aug. 17 as part of the Grand Junction Rockies home baseball game. Dachshunds will race between innings in the game between the Grand Junction Rockies and Orem Owlz at Suplizio Field. The owners of the top three […]