Colorado ag exports grow during first half of 2013

Exports of agricultural products from Colorado totaled nearly $726 million during the first half of 2013 as increases in some foreign markets more than offset decreases in other markets. At $725.6 million, the dollar volume of ag exports edged up about 2 percent over the first half of 2012, but constitutes a 20 percent increase […]

Arthroscopic surgeon joins sports Grand Junction practice

Pete Scheffel, a doctor who specializes in arthroscopic surgery, has joined Rocky Mountain Orthopaedic Associates in Grand Junction. Scheffel will work primarily with the sports medicine team at the practice, treating athletes and recreational enthusiasts. “I’m excited to join RMOA as one of the sports medicine surgeons,” Scheffel said. “Grand Junction is an area full […]

Fruita dentist ranks among top Colorado practitioners

Gary Andreoletti has been included on a list of top Colorado dentists for a sixth straight year. TopDentist, a company that identifies the best dentists and specialists in the United States, compiles the list based on voting by Colorado dentists recognized by the American Dental Association. “It’s wonderful to be singled out by my peers […]

Accountant joins canyons association board

Shannon Psenda has joined the Colorado Canyons Association board of directors as treasurer. “As a board, we are delighted to welcome Shannon as a director. She brings with her important expertise and — more importantly — enthusiasm for the work of Colorado Canyons Association and our three national conservation areas in Western Colorado,” said Willie […]

Officers and directors elected to accounting firm board

Seven people have been elected officers and directors for the 2013 and 2014 fiscal year of the board that oversees the Delby, Wendland & Co. public accounting and business consulting firm based in Grand Junction. The seven are: Steve Carver, president; Rob Sachs, chief operating officer; Chris Allen, vice president; Lisa Cunningham, vice president; Buck […]

Real estate agent joins Grand Junction firm

Jeannie Bellomy has joined Bray Real Estate in Grand Junction. Bellomy brings to her new position as agent experience in financial services. She also owned a boutique, provided contract services for a remediation company and coordinated contractors. Bray Real Estate operates offices at 1015 N. Seventh St. For additional information, call 242-3647 or visit www.brayandco.com.

Title company announces additions, expansion

Shaun Blackman and Jennifer Smith have joined the closing team at Heritage Title Co. in Grand Junction. Annette Miller now serves as vice president of a western region that expanded to include an office in Steamboat Springs. Blackman, an escrow officer, brings to her duties experience in closing first-time home purchases as well as 1031 […]

Auto show set for Labor Day weekend

Hilltop Community Resources has scheduled an auto show for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 at Canyon View Park in Grand Junction. The Western Colorado Classic will feature classic automobiles, muscle cars, trucks and specialty vehicles displayed in 33 classes. Awards will be presented to the top cars in seven categories. […]

Baker’s Boutique plans grand opening

A grand opening celebration has been scheduled for Aug. 17 at the Baker’s Boutique, a new Grand Junction business offering cake decorating and candy making supplies, classes and cupcakes. The celebration is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the business, located at 2478 Patterson  Road, Suite 19. The event will include demonstrations, giveaways […]

Grand valley art tour set for Oct. 5 and 12

A tour showcasing Grand Valley artists and their studios has been scheduled for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 5 and 12. Art Space and Open Studios organizes the annual Open Studios Tour, which this year will feature more than 60 artists working in a range of media. The tour is free and open to […]