United Way names board president, new members

Cathy Story has taken over as the new president of the United Way of Mesa County board of directors. Story has served on the board since 2010 and succeeds Debe Colby, who remains on the board as immediate past president. Story serves as director of the Commons at Hilltop, an independent- and assisted-living facility in […]

Therapist joins Family Health West team

Paulo Falcao has joined the therapy team at Family Health West in Fruita. Falcao brings to his duties training in treating sports and  orthopedic injuries, including those of the ankles, feet, hips, knees, shoulders and spine. He’s practiced in primary and specialty orthopedics and belongs to the American Physical Therapy Association. He holds a bachelor’s […]

ANB Bank names manager of Clifton center

Michele VanLondersele-Green has been promoted to manager of the ANB Bank banking center in Clifton. VanLondersele-Green brings to her new position more than 20 years of experience in lending and retail banking. She previously served as lending assistant for the ANB Bank branch in Grand Junction. “We are ecstatic that Michele has chosen to fill […]

Office Outfitters announces additions to staff

Brandy Bentley and Deanna Johnson have joined Office Outfitters & Planners in Grand Junction. Bentley will serve as accounting manager and work with Erica Schaeffer to provide bookkeeping, financial accounting and human resources services. Bentley brings to her new duties experience in small office bookkeeping and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration. Johnson joins […]

Insurance foundation donates to Mesa Youth Services

Lori Carlston-Thompson, an Allstate Insurance agent in Grand Junction, presented a $1,000 grant to Mesa Youth Services as part of the Allstate Foundation Agency Hands in the Community program. The program recognizes Allstate agents who volunteer with charitable organizations in their communities by offering financial support. “The Agency Hands in the Community program is a […]

Family Health West renovates therapy facility

Family Health West has completed renovations on the facilities where the Fruita health care organization offers a variety of therapy services. The facility is located at 551 Kokopelli Blvd., Suite B. “Family Health West now offers outpatient physical rehabilitation for adults and pediatrics in two separate and distinct practices, all housed under one roof,” said […]

Harley-Davidson plans benefit poker run

Grand Junction Harley-Davidson has scheduled an event to raise money for the Roice-Hurst Humane Society. The “Hawgs for Dawgs” benefit poker run and after-ride event is set for July 11, starting with registration at 9 a.m. at the dealership, 2747 Crossroads Blvd. Admission is $20 for riders, $10 for passengers and $5 for extra poker […]

Workshops offer help with preservation grants

Workshops are planned for Montrose and Rifle as part of a statewide effort to help applicants of grants offered through historic preservation programs. Staff with the History Colorado State Historical Fund will present the workshops to offer information and answer questions about preparing competitive grant applications. Workshops are set for July 15 in Montrose City […]

Service group plans membership orientation

The Junior Service League of Grand Junction has scheduled a new member orientation. The orientation is set for 5 to 7 p.m.  July 15 in the second-floor conference room at Ed Bozarth Chevrolet, located at 2685 U.S. Highway 6 & 50. The event will offer information about the Junior Service League as well as an […]

Barnes & Noble hosts pop culture celebration

A month-long celebration of popular culture will continue through August at the Barnes & Noble location in Grand Junction as part of a national campaign for the book store chain. The celebration will include Throwback Thursday events that continue July 9, 16, 23 and 30 at the store at 2451 Patterson Road. The events will […]