Leading index signals slowing growth in U.S.

A monthly index forecasting economic conditions in the United States has edged down, signaling what could be slowing growth in the months ahead. The Conference Board reported its Leading Economic Index (LEI) slipped a tenth of a percent to 111.7 in December. Separate measures of current and past conditions increased. The latest indexes incorporate forecasts […]

Meeting planned to hear comments on hunting seasons

Colorado Parks and Wildlife has scheduled a public meeting in Grand Junction to hear comments on a five-year plan setting big game hunting seasons in the state. Kirk Oldham, area wildlife manager for CPW, said Mesa County constitutes a hub for outdoor recreation, including hunting, and the community has a vested interest in setting seasons. […]

Members sought for city planning committee

The City of Grand Junction is looking for people interested in serving on an advisory committee that will help update a comprehensive plan for how and where the city will grow over the next 20 years. The comprehensive plan advisory committee will discuss overall planning directions, consider ideas, review progress and promote community involvement. The […]

Grand Valley no Silicon Valley, but tech sector growing

The Grand Valley might not rival Silicon Valley in terms of the overall economic output of innovative technology companies. But there’s ample anecdotal evidence of a growing tech sector locally involved in work unrivaled anywhere in California — or elsewhere, for that matter. By evidence, consider if nothing else the increasing number of stories published […]

Wood-fired pizza franchise coming to Grand Junction

A wood-fired pizza franchise continues to expand with two stores expected to open in 2019 in Grand Junction. Bob and Cecily Marolf plan to open two Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza locations as franchise owners. “We believe Smokin’ Oak Wood-Fired Pizza is perfect for the Grand Junction community,” Bob Marolf said. “Our local community wants natural, […]

Grand Junction employers awarded for workplace safety

HRL Compliance Solutions and Primary Care Partners in Grand Junction are among 29 Colorado employers receiving recognition for their efforts to ensure workplace safety. “These Colorado employers have shown a commitment to workplace safety that permeates their culture,” said Krista O’Rourke, vice president of agency relations and safety services for Pinnacol Assurance. Pinnacol Assurance presented […]

Fruita hospital joins in opioid project

Colorado Canyons Hospital and Medical Center in Fruita has joined in a statewide effort in which emergency departments treat pain without unnecessarily exposing patients to the risks associated with opioid medications. Colorado Canyons Hospital and Medical Center, a facility operated by Family Health West, has joined the Colorado Alternatives to Opioids Project, an initiative intended […]

Meeker hospital offers new tech for joint replacements

Pioneers Medical Center in Meeker now offers a surgical assistance system that combines a robotic arm and computer software for pre-surgical planning as well as guidance during knee and hip replacement procedures. “The Mako System takes what are already very good surgeries and ensures precise implant placement while minimizing soft tissue damage. This is a […]

Grand Valley Home Loans changes pricing

Grand Valley Home Loans in Fruita has changed pricing to offer customers more competitive rates. “The perception among consumers has always been that sacrifices have to be made when getting a mortgage — that, no matter which lender you go through, you can’t have the best service, technology and pricing. But now we can check […]