A $400,000 grant will help construct a trail connecting downtown Grand Junction to a popular mountain biking and hiking area. The City of Grand Junction and Colorado West Land Trust announced the award from the Colorado Department of Parks and Wildlife. Construction of a paved 1.5-mile trail is scheduled for late 2019 to connect the […]
Although sweet and juicy summer produce might be a distant memory, Colorado also offers a variety of products perfect for holiday gifts and meals. Many Colorado farmers extend their growing seasons, and farmers’ markets move indoors for the winter. The Colorado Department of Agriculture Winter Farmers’ Market List provides information about markets statewide. Additional online […]
While labor estimates likely will be revised downward statewide, payrolls are expected to edge up in Mesa County according to the latest results of a quarterly survey. Estimated nonfarm payrolls for Colorado are expected to be revised downward a tenth of a percent in April and four-tenths of a percent for May and June, according […]
A quarterly index based on the results of a survey of small business owners continues to reflect optimism, but also difficulty in finding qualified applicants for job openings. The MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index slipped four-tenths of a point to 69.3 for the fourth quarter, a pause in the upward trend […]
Tax collections continue to increase in the Grand Valley, an indication of growing sales activity. The City of Grand Junction reported a 2.9 percent increase in sales tax collections in October compared to the same month last year. Mesa County reported a 5.3 percent year-over-year gain. Lodging tax collections, a key indicator of local hotel […]
An index forecasting economic conditions in the United States continues to signal growth, but at a slowing pace. The Conference Board reported its Leading Economic Index (LEI) edged up a tenth of a percent to 112.1 in October. Separate measures of current conditions and past conditions also increased. “The index still points to robust economic […]
A monthly measure of consumer confidence has retreated on less upbeat expectations for business and labor conditions. While the Consumer Confidence Index remains at historically strong levels, lower readings could signal slowing growth. The Conference Board reported its Consumer Confidence Index fell 2.2 points to 135.7 in November. While a component of the index tracking […]
Jan Weeks will read from her works and sign her books during an event set for 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 7 at Crystal Books and Gifts, 439 Main St. in Grand Junction. The event coincides with the Spirit of Christmas Walk. Weeks is author of “A Christmas Tale and Other Stories.” She’s written four […]
Jon Nash, Toni Heiden and Cynthia Castaneda were honored as the top-performing agents for October at Weichert Realtors-Heiden Homes Realty in Grand Junction. Nash posted the highest dollar volume in sales for the month, while Heiden and Castaneda tied for the most closed transactions. Castaneda had the most new listings. Weichert Realtors-Heiden Homes Realty operates […]
Maureen Wixom has joined Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction as a broker associate. Wixom brings to her new duties a wide range of experiences, including working as a synchronized and Olympic swimming coach, running avocado and cattle operations, showing horses and helping her husband run a national telecommunications company. In addition, Wixom said she’s […]