CMU grad among finalists in film competition

Bronson Henriques, a recent graduate of Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction, is among four finalists in a statewide competition for short films exploring the barriers to healthy living in Colorado. Henriques wrote, directed and produced a film titled “Bridging the Gap.” A public screening and awards event for the LiveWell Colorado Film Challenge is […]

Painting and home services firm adds to staff

Michael Kiefer and Bonnie Davis have joined Vivax Pros in Grand Junction as the painting and home services business expands. Keifer joins the new window division and brings to his duties more than 20 years of experience in home construction and renovations. Davis brings to the local marketing department 17 years of experience. “We want […]

Accountant completes emerging leaders academy program

Sarah Fischer, a certified public accountant and tax manager with Dalby, Wendland & Co. in Grand Junction, has graduated from the Upstream Academy Emerging Leaders Academy. The accredited three-year leadership development program helps the next generation of accounting professionals maximize their careers. In addition to providing tools, training and resources to excel, the program also […]

Bald is beautiful: head-shaving event to raise funds

An annual head-shaving fund-raiser is set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 25 at the Lincoln Park Barn in Grand Junction. Proceeds from the St. Baldrick’s and Community Hospital event will go to the St. Baldrick’s Foundation, a nonprofit organization that raises money to fund research to cure childhood cancers. Participants collect donations for […]

Company offers hazardous materials training

HRL Compliance Solutions based in Grand Junction worked with local emergency services to offer three days of training in hazardous materials response, mitigation and cleanup. “Assisting companies with training and compliance with environmental concerns and safety is what we do best. So working with local emergency services to help in any way is a good […]

Directory offers information about ag attractions

The latest version of an annual directory offers information about farmers’ markets, roadside stands, wineries and other attractions in Colorado. The Colorado Farm Fresh Directory is available online at www.coloradoagriculture.com/farmfresh and as an app for smartphones. Printed directors are available at participating chambers of commerce, welcome centers and libraries. “We are happy to provide this […]

Winery to host benefit concert

A benefit concert is planned in Palisade to raise money for the Roice-Hurst Humane Society. The Wine and Whiskers Concert is set for June 25 at Grande River Vineyards, 787 Elberta Ave. Gates will open at 6:30 p.m., with the concert starting at 7:30 p.m. The event will feature Stray Grass. No beverages may be […]

Ariel Clinical Services earns healthy workplace designation

Ariel Clinical Services, an organization that provides a range of services through its offices in Grand Junction and elsewhere, has earned recognition for its efforts to promote workplace wellness. Ariel Clinical Services received the Healthy Business Leader designation from Health Links Colorado, an initiative at the University of Colorado to implement and improve workplace health […]

HopeWest earns perfect marks from state survey

HopeWest received perfect results for a second consecutive time from an unannounced onsite survey of the Grand Junction-based hospice organization. “We are thrilled to have received notice that no deficiencies were cited for our survey,” said Terri Walter, chief administrative officer and senior vice president of HopeWest. “It’s not unusual for a hospice to receive […]