Western Colorado Community College in Grand Junction has hired a new director of instruction whose duties will include in part responding to the needs of businesses for new programs. Patton Massengill will take on the new position and also work on improving existing programs and integrating the values, vision and mission of WCCC into course […]
San Juan Construction, a global construction and logistics company headquartered in Montrose, has hired John Theiss as president and chief executive officer. San Juan Construction specializes in large, government construction projects for the Navy and Air Force in remote locations in the Pacific and Indian oceans. The company operates offices in Colorado and Hawaii as […]
Reynolds Polymer Technology in Grand Junction has launched a foundation designed to encourage employees to give back to the community. The company matches every dollar employees donate to the Reynolds Polymer Employees Resource Foundation. “We are beyond thrilled about starting this company-wide initiative,” said Rodney Olson, chief executive officer. “Our goal is to allow all […]
Real Estate West has completed the move to a new location at 601 N. First St. in Grand Junction. Orrin Thompson, broker owner, and Heidi Elder, employing broker, said the move to a renovated building that previously housed a Pizza Hut restaurant, will enable them to expand the operation and add to the 16 agents […]
The owner of a downtown Grand Junction book store has announced her plans to soon retire and close the store. Cheryl and Jim Lucas opened Crystal Books and Gifts in 1987. The existing inventory and fixtures of the store will be sold in the coming weeks, Lucas said. “Over three decades ago my late husband, […]
Registration remains open for a new year fitness challenge at Crossroads Fitness in Grand Junction. The free, six-week The Best You Challenge will help members engage in healthy activities — including group exercises, step challenges, and training events. The challenge also will include nutritional talks and a weight loss component. The second of two challenge […]
Powderhorn Mountain Resort will offer free lessons as part of the Colorado Ski Country USA Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month observance. Powderhorn will offer free lessons Sunday mornings to new skiers and snowboarders ages 8 and older. The lessons will also include a free rental and Easy Rider lift ticket. Located on the Grand […]
Applications will be accepted through March 1 for more than $20,000 in scholarships offered by Grand Valley Power. The program is open to applicants living in areas served by Grand Valley Power. Scholarships will range from $1,500 to $2,000 depending on the scholarship type. Recipients will be selected on the basis of academic, volunteer and […]
Applications will be accepted through Jan. 18 for an annual event featuring the TED talk format. The second TEDxGrand Junction event is scheduled for March 9 at the Avalon Theater, 645 Main St. The event will feature a series of short talks and demonstrations designed to foster learning, inspiration and curiosity as well as conversations. […]
Wienerschnitzel has brought back its pastrami dog, pastrami sandwich and pastrami chili cheese fries to its menu through Feb. 24. In addition, Wienerschnitzel now sells its chili sauce in 15-ounce, shelf-stable cans that can be purchased online for $5. Wienerschnitzel operates or franchises a total of 340 stores in 11 states — including locations in […]