The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce launched its annual Keep the Cheer Here campaign, encouraging residents across Mesa County to shop local, support local and give local throughout the holiday season. “As we step into this season of gratitude, we want to recognize and thank the businesses that drive Mesa County’s economic vitality and […]
Brandon Leuallen, The Business Times In City Manager Mike Bennett’s first full budget cycle, the Grand Junction City Council has adopted a comprehensive 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan (2026 to 2035), a long-term roadmap that outlines future infrastructure spending, major facility construction, equipment, parks improvements and public safety investments. The plan sets the stage for next […]
Profuels of Fruita renovated front of the building and opened a convenience store where it sells premium diesel and ethanol-free fuels Tim Harty, The Business Times When Kriss Bergethon and Alex Moore bought the property at 221 U.S. Highway 6&50 in Fruita in April, they knew what they were getting. First and foremost, in the […]
Brandon Leuallen, The Business Times A well-known agricultural landmark in the Grand Valley has quietly come to market. Okagawa Farms is listed for sale for $1,850,000 as a turn-key business opportunity. Legacy rooted in soil, water, community According to the listing by The Christi Reece Group, Okagawa Farms was founded in 1980 and operated for […]
The Support Our Soldiers Foundation hosted a dedication ceremony for the long-awaited Veteran’s Monuments Park on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, at 100 SE Buffalo Ave. in Cedaredge. The dedication marked the realization of founder Cathy Meskel’s vision to create a place where veterans and community members alike can come to reflect, remember and honor military […]
High school juniors and seniors who get their electricity from Grand Valley Power can apply to attend all-expenses-paid leadership trips to either Washington, D.C., or Steamboat Springs next summer. The Washington, D.C. Youth Tour takes place June 15-21, 2026. Tour participants learn about co-ops, engage in one-on-one conversations with elected officials, visit major monuments and […]
Store is using half of Mesa Mall unit that formerly housed Joann, will close and do complete remodel in Q1 2026 By Tim Harty, The Business Times Amanda Russo lives in Moab and makes regular shopping trips to Grand Junction. So, when she needed to bring her car to Grand Junction to be serviced on […]
Royal Spa, which touts itself as a luxurious wellness retreat, officially opened in Grand Junction at 2381 Patterson Road and plans to have a grand opening week Dec. 1-7. In a Nov. 20 news release, Royal Spa said it is offering an elevated massage spa experience that blends modern techniques with timeless traditions. After being […]
Brandon Leuallen, The Business Times The Grand Junction City Council signaled strong support during its Nov. 17 workshop for allowing the city to apply for a $5.07 million federal grant that could finally restore the long-vacant Union Station Depot. Although the city is not being asked to contribute funding, and the depot owners said they […]
Before the trick-or-treaters even make it back home, big-box stores flood mailboxes and inboxes with Black Friday ads. But the big-box stores aren’t the only place to find a good bargain. Small Business Saturday, the day after Black Friday, offers shoppers an opportunity to find great quality items at a competitive price and invest in […]