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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
U.S. Bank and the Colorado Mesa University men’s hockey team have teamed up to raise money for a program for cancer survivors. U.S. Bank provided pink jerseys the Mavericks will wear during a game set for 7 p.m. Oct. 27 at the Glacier Ice Arena, located at 2515 Riverside Parkway in Grand Junction. The jerseys […]
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 […]
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 […]
Economic developments efforts continue in the Grand Valley to land the proverbial big fish — a company that would bring a substantial number of new jobs and hefty payroll to the area. Meanwhile, though, other efforts continue to promote the birth and growth of lots of small fish — ventures that start out as the […]
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 […]
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 […]