Foundation: $7.4 million given to CMU in fiscal year

Giving to Colorado Mesa University based in Grand Junction reached a three-year high of $7.4 million during the 2017 and 2018 fiscal year, officials announced. “The financial resources given by the community are significant investments in our students. The money not only improves the lives of students, but is critical when it comes to planning […]

Grand Valley sales tax collections on the rise

Sales tax collections continue to rise in the Grand Valley, a reflection of increased retail activity. The City of Grand Junction reported a 9.4 percent increase in sales and use tax collections for July compared to the same month last year. Mesa County reported an 8.7 percent year-over-year increase. Meanwhile, city lodging tax collections rose […]

Grand Junction-based IT firm ranks among fastest-growing companies

A Grand Junction-based information technology firm ranks among the fastest-growing companies in the United States, according to the latest results of an annual list compiled by a national magazine. Networks Unlimited ranks 475th in the 2018 Inc. magazine list of the 5,000 fastest-growing privately held companies. Inc. compiles the list based on proportional revenue growth […]

Small business optimism near record level

A monthly measure of optimism among small business owners has climbed to near record levels on more upbeat expectations for staffing, sales, and economic conditions. The National Federation of Independent Business reported its Small Business Optimism Index rose seven-tenths of a point to 107.9 in July. That’s the second-highest reading in the 45-year history of […]

Registration under way for Senior Law Day

Registration is underway for an upcoming event offering information about a range of legal issues affecting seniors and their families and caregivers. The Senior Law Day Conference is set for Aug. 17 at Two Rivers Convention Center, 159 Main St. in Grand Junction. Doors will open at 7:30 a.m. Sessions will start an hour later. […]