Businesses plan fund-raisers for animal shelter

Two Grand Valley businesses have scheduled events to raise money for the Roice-Hurst Humane Society. Chow Down Pet Supplies has scheduled what it calls a “Howl-O-Ween” pet costume contest for Oct. 29. The Hot Tomato Cafe & Pizzeria has scheduled its “Paws and Pies” fund-raiser for Nov. 5. The Chow Down Pet Supplies event is […]

Nonprofits receive grants from bank assistance fund

Twenty-two nonprofit organizations in Mesa County received a total of $24,000 as the latest recipients of annual grants awarded from the Wells Fargo Community Assistance Fund. “The hard work and dedication of our local, grassroots organizations help transform the lives of those in need in our community,” said Phil Andrews, Wells Fargo district manager for […]

Surgeon to offer free hernia screenings

Valley Surgical, Aesthetics and Vein Care in Grand Junction has scheduled a free hernia screening day for Oct. 20. The event is set for 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the practice, located at 2478 Patterson Road, Suite 4. For an appointment or more information, call 773-1946. Dr. Brad Case, a board-certified surgeon who owns Valley […]

Chamber honors businesses for expansion efforts

The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce has honored five businesses for expanding their operations. Startek was among the recipients of chamber awards bestowed at a quarterly membership luncheon meeting for adding 401 jobs at its facility in Grand Junction. Capital Books and Wellness added 32 positions. Hammerhead Paint Services was honored for a $775,000 […]

Foot and ankle center schedules free clinic day

Grand Valley Foot and Ankle Center has scheduled a free clinic day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 26 at its offices at 2478 Patterson Road, Suite 1, in Grand Junction. Dr. Joseph Dahlin, one of five podiatric surgeons practicing at Grand Valley Foot and Ankle Center, will perform clinical screenings and exams during […]

Parade of homes showcases local builders

An annual Grand Valley event showcasing homes constructed by local builders is scheduled to continue Oct. 21 to 23. The Parade of Homes is set for 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 21 and  22 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 22. Tickets sell for $10 and are available at City Market stores. The […]

Wheel deal keeps Mind Springs effort moving forward

Mind Springs Health has received $100,000 from the sale of a classic car to help the organization expand mental health services in Western Colorado. Mind Springs received the proceeds from the sale of a custom 1967 Chevrolet Nova at the Barrett-Jackson auction in Las Vegas. Tammy Allen, a Grand Junction woman who operated a museum […]

NFIB: Raising minimum wage could cost jobs, hurt economy

Raising the federal minimum wage to $12 an hour could reduce private sector employment by 1.8 million over 10 years and cut economic output by $2 trillion, according to a new report from the National Federation of Independent Business. “Both candidates for president have expressed support for raising the minimum wage, and it’s important for […]