Debbie Kovalik believes the tourism industry doesn’t always receive the credit the sector deserves for its economic contributions. “It’s like the Rodney Dangerfield of the economy. It gets no respect.” There’s a growing appreciation in the Grand Valley, though, for the tourism industry and its role in strengthening and diversifying the economy, says Kovalik, the […]
Stacy Voigt has joined Delta County Economic Development as executive director. “I am excited to roll up my shirt sleeves and get to work with the community to help them achieve their greatest economic potential,” Voigt said. “I think this is an amazing time for me to join DCED, and I am looking forward to […]
Jon Nash, Cynthia Castaneda, Mary Kruse and Kat Rhein were honored as the top-performing agents for October at Weichert Realtors-Heiden Homes Realty in Grand Junction. Nash posted the highest sales dollar volume for the month. Nash tied with Castaneda and Kruse for the most closings. Nash, Castaneda, Kruse and Rhein tied for the most new […]
Isabel Borman and Katari Lewis have joined Bray Real Estate as broker associates. Valerie Nicholson, another broker associate with the Grand Junction business, has earned the Certified Residential Specialist designation. “Isabel is an honest, motivated and creative person, and I have no doubt that her priority is to go the distance for her clients and […]
Mike Nordine has been appointed interim chief of police in Grand Junction. Nordine, who serves as deputy chief of the department, will take over following the departure of John Camper on Dec. 1 to become director of the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. “I’m honored to have the opportunity to lead the Grand Junction Police Department,” […]
A grant will fund further investigation into a pest infestation that can damage vineyards. Colorado State University received a grant for $57,078 to investigate the prevalence of the Phylloxera louse in Colorado vineyards and recommend best management practices to limit the infestation. The grant is among 12 worth a total of more than $600,000 awarded […]
Try to envision the ideal industry for the Grand Valley. It would be clean, create lots of jobs and bring in money from outside the area. Moreover, this industry would generate additional sales for other businesses that provide needed products and services. What comes to mind? Perhaps some sort of high-tech manufacturing? Maybe software development? […]
Just in time for the holiday season, Bon-Ton stores has brought the FAO Schwarz brand of toys to its website and department stores, including Herberger’s in Mesa Mall in Grand Junction. “This cherished brand has been enjoyed by children and families for 155 years, and we are delighted to carry this unique toy collection in […]
Hilltop’s Health Access offers public assistance in enrolling for health insurance for the coming year. A certified assistance site for Connect for Health, Hilltop’s Health Access offers people help in comparing health insurance coverage options, calculating potential tax credits based on their incomes, navigating the online process and ultimately enrolling for health insurance. The open […]
Mesa Moving & Storage in Grand Junction is among the United Van Lines agents honored in an annual awards program. Mesa Moving & Storage received the President’s Club Award at the $13 million level. The award recognizes agents that have generated at least $1 million in sales over the past year. United Van Lines maintains […]