A monthly measure of hotel and motel stays continues to increase on a year-over-year basis, a reflection of more business for the local hospitality industry. According to the Grand Junction Visitor & Convention Bureau report for October, $155,527 in lodging tax were collected. That’s a 14 percent increase over the report for October 2014 and […]
An engineering and design firm has earned recognition for a project in which it used an unmanned aerial system to survey an area for a proposed trail in Fruita. Olsson Associates was among the winners of Engineering Excellence Awards presented by the American Council of Engineering Companies of Colorado. A panel of industry professionals judged […]
A Grand Valley business best known for its decadent cheesecakes has earned national recognition for its spicy Southern relish. Decadence Gourmet won two awards in an annual program conducted by Chili Pepper Magazine. The company’s Colorado-style Southern chowchow placed first in the category for hot relishes and second for specialty condiments. Lee Mathis, owner of […]
A monthly measure of confidence among small business owners remains stuck at a below-average level. The National Federation of Independent Business reported that its Small Business Optimism Index held steady at 96.1 in October. The index has gained only seven-tenths of a point over the past three months. The index is based on the results […]
A Grand Junction facility showcasing an eclectic collection of automobiles is scheduled to close in December. Allen Unique Autos announced the closure following what’s described as a change of heart by Tammy Allen, the woman who opened the combination limousine service, events center and museum. “With the loss of her beloved son, Landon, the focus […]
Unemployment in the United States has decreased to its lowest level in more than seven years even as payrolls have increased. According to the latest Labor Department estimates, the jobless rate edged down a tenth of a point to 5 percent in October. That’s the lowest level since April 2008. Nonfarm payrolls increased 271,000 in […]
Seth Ashton has joined Alpine Bank Wealth Management as a wealth management officer. Ashton brings to his new duties 10 years of experience in the financial services industry that includes all aspects of comprehensive wealth management. A former private banker, he combines banking, investment and insurance expertise to serve his clients. Ashton holds a bachelor’s […]
Cynthia Castaneda, Meighan Marquis and Mary Kruse were honored as the top-performing agents for the third quarter at Heiden Homes Realty and Associates in Grand Junction. Castaneda posted the highest sales volume for the period between July and September. Marquis placed second and Kruse third. Heiden Homes operates offices at 735 Rood Ave. In addition […]
Frame Depot in Grand Junction will showcase the work of Art Blom through November at its artist of the month. Blom is best known as a landscape artist who uses oil paints and a pallet knife. But Blom also enjoys acrylic painting, drawing, fabrication, jewelry design and sculpturing. He oversaw a sculpture program at a […]
Bonnie Heinsma and Christi Reece at Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction have earned designations. Heinsma was awarded the Certified Residential Specialist designation by the Council of Residential Specialists. Reece received the Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist designation from the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing. To earn the Certified Residential Specialist designation, real estate professionals […]