Coordinator joins Grand Junction practice

Mei Morrow has joined Valley Surgical, Aesthetics & Vein Care in Grand Junction as practice coordinator. Morrow brings to her new duties more than eight years of experience in the medical industry, working in aesthetics, dermatology and orthopaedics. She holds an associate’s degree in business. Dr. Brad Case, owner of Valley Surgical, Aesthetics & Vein […]

Health care organization names chief financial officer

Diane Miller has become chief financial officer of Family Health West. Miller will manage the financial risks and provide strategic planning for the health care organization in Fruita. Miller brings to her new role experience as a controller working in various industries, including the energy, health care and real estate sectors. She holds a bachelor’s […]

Nominations sought for teacher awards

Barnes & Noble in Grand Junction has once again joined in a national contest recognizing teachers. A separate promotion for educators and administrators also will continue through Jan. 17 with discounts on merchandise and a sweepstakes in which the winner will receive a maker space for his or her school. Nominations will be accepted through […]

Jeweler honored for military support

Page-Parsons Jewelers in downtown Grand Junction has been recognized for its support of military service members and their families. Peggy Page, owner of Page-Parson Jewelers, received a statement of support presented by Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve. The business was honored for the financial support and other resources it provides to employees and […]

Workers’ comp provider earns high credit rating

Pinnacol Assurance, a workers’ compensation insurer in Colorado, has earned a high rating from a global credit agency. Pinnacol received an A- rating from A.M. Best — and mark that signifies an excellent rating with a stable outlook. “This rating is a testament to our financial strength and the diligence of our employees,” said Phil […]

Health care professionals join Fruita practice

Two health care providers have joined Red Canyon Family Medicine in Fruita. Dr. Amy Bratteli and Nicole Vandas, an adult nurse practitioner, now see patients at the clinic, a division of Primary Care Partners in Grand Junction. Bratteli and Vandas previously cared for patients at Family Physicians of Western Colorado, also a division of Primary […]

Fruita family doctors partner with Community Hospital

Drs. Angie Gao and Jill Rimmey of Fruita Family Medicine will join Community Hospital effective Feb 1. “There are so many great things happening at Community Hospital, and we are excited to be a part of their future and the team of physicians they’ve assembled,” Gao said. Rimmey agreed. “By joining Community Hospital and Grand […]

CMU earns recognition for library project

Colorado Mesa University has earned recognition for using green building techniques in a project to expand and renovate the Tomlinson Library on its campus in Grand Junction. CMU earned three Green Globes from the Green Building Initiative for the $25 million library project. The GBI is a nonprofit organization promoting green building practices. Founded in […]

Sports promotions sharpen competitive edge

The Grand Valley offers a lot to attract tourists: outdoor recreation, scenic beauty and, of course, wineries and breweries. But some of the biggest draws involve sports: soccer tournaments, cycling competitions and running events. It only makes sense, then, to promote sports as a way to bring more visitors to the area. Fortunately, an organization […]