Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper joined other state officials in hailing an announcement an outdoor equipment manufacturer will expand its operations in Montrose and add more than 50 jobs in the process. “Mayfly Outdoors’ continued growth and success is a significant win for Montrose, the state of Colorado and outdoor enthusiasts around the world,” Hickenlooper said. […]
The City of Grand Junction has earned recognition for long-term planning for North Avenue that calls for not only retail businesses, but also office space and housing. The Colorado Chapter of the American Planning Association presented the city its merit award in the category for projects with small budgets. The city has developed long-range plans […]
Alpine Bank has retained its top-level designation in a program that honors Colorado organizations for environmental stewardship. Alpine Bank was recognized as a Gold Leader in the latest Environmental Leadership Program awards presentation in Denver. The bank will retain that status for at least another three years. The Western Colorado-based bank first earned the designation […]
Small businesses in Mesa County and a total of nine other Western Colorado and Eastern Utah counties are eligible for low-interest federal disaster loans to help offset losses related to freezing weather that damaged crops in the region. Mesa County as well as Delta and Montrose counties are in the primary agricultural disaster area. Garfield, […]
A quarterly measure of confidence among business executives has dropped on less upbeat expectations for continued growth. The Conference Board reported that its Measure of CEO Confidence fell three points to 59 for the third quarter. A reading above 50 reflects more positive than negative responses to the surveys upon which the index is based. […]
A monthly measure of optimism among small business owners has declined on less upbeat expectations for capital outlays and hiring. The National Federation of Independent Business reported that its Small Business Optimism Index retreated eight-tenths of a point in September. At 95.3, the index remains nearly five points below its prerecession average of 100. “Small […]
An upcoming presentation will offer information about estate planning. Recruiting Seniors for Volunteer Positions has scheduled the free session for 10 a.m. Oct. 22 at the RSVP offices in the lower level of the U.S. Bank building at 422 White Ave. in Grand Junction. Since seating is limited, reservations are required. For reservations or information, […]
ColCal, a Taco Bell franchise headquartered in Grand Junction, has donated a total of nearly $9,000 to three Mesa County organizations as part of its Graduate To Go fund-raiser. ColCal donated $2,940 each to Mesa County Partners, Karis and CASA of Mesa County. “The teens in our area are our employees and our customers. They […]
Ryan/Sawyer Marketing in Grand Junction offers free consultations to help small businesses develop marketing strategies for the upcoming holiday shopping season. “The fourth quarter is the most important for many small businesses. A clear, well-planned strategy is crucial for success in the most competitive time of the year,” said Dan Ryan, president of the marketing […]
Nineteen nonprofit organizations in Mesa County received a total of $13,000 in grants in the latest distributions from the Wells Fargo Community Assistance Fund. “The Grand Valley is a strong community in large part due to the hard work and dedication of the many small, grassroots organizations here. We want to show them we appreciate […]