Program offer mentors for “encore” entrepreneurs

Americans have always been rightly proud of the entrepreneurial spirit in this country. But great business ideas don’t just come out of college dorm rooms. In fact, so-called “encore” entrepreneurs constitute the fastest-growing group of entrepreneurs in the United States.  A 2010 survey conducted by the Kauffman Foundation found that Americans age 55 to 64 […]

Mental health group hires new CFO

Matthew Tulin has been hired as chief financial officer for Mind Springs Health, an organization that provides mental health, substance abuse and wellness treatment in Western Colorado, including Mesa County. Tulin is responsible for financial planning, revenue cycle management and reporting. A certified public accountant, Tulin brings to his new role more than 20 years […]

Health care professionals nominated for awards

Six Western Colorado health care professionals have been selected as regional nominees for statewide awards honoring their contributions. The six received Nightingale Luminary awards at an annual banquet in Grand Junction. They will represent Western Colorado at a state event set for May 10 in Denver. The Nightingale awards program honors nurses and other health […]

Monument association names new director

Marilee Langfitt has joined the Colorado National Monument Association as executive director. Langfitt brings to her duties experience in fund-raising, promotions, public relations and special events. She will handle those same tasks for the association as well as solicit individual and business memberships and supervise the operation of the store at the Colorado National Monument […]

Business announces addition, best-selling agents

Chris Pinson has joined Heiden Homes Realty and Associates. The Grand Junction firm also honored Cynthia Castaneda and Kathy Tomkins as the best-selling agents during March. Pinson returned to his native Grand Junction after working in Southern California for 15 years in aircraft maintenance in the military and as a civilian contractor. After renovating his […]

Real estate firm adds to staff

Peggy Cutter and Martha Newman have joined Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction. Cutter previously worked for three years as an assistant for her sister, Barb Hecht, also an agent at Bray. Newman rejoined the team at Bray Real Estate following a four-year sabbatical from the real estate industry. “Peggy is very hard working and […]

Easter tradition continues with bunny photos

An annual Easter tradition is scheduled to continue through April 19 at the Mesa Mall in Grand Junction. Children will have an opportunity to visit with the Easter Bunny and take home a snapshot as a memento. What’s billed as the bunny photo experience is set for 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 10, 10 […]

Veterinarians join in effort to neuter and spay pets

A group of Grand Valley veterinarians has joined with the Mesa County Animal Welfare Partnership in an effort to neuter and spay cats and dogs. The Animal Assistance Foundation has provided funding for 500 $20 vouchers for neuter and spay procedures. Participating veterinarians have agreed to perform the procedures at a reduced rate. The vouchers […]

Firm honored for support of military

Newpark Mats and Integrated Services in Grand Junction has been honored for its support of military service members and their families. Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) presented Newpark Mat and Integrated Services with its Patriot Employer Award as well as an employer statement of support. Established in 1972 as an agency of […]