Business people can still count their blessings

In the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday and in recognition of the importance of an attitude of gratitude, here are some things for which Grand Valley business owners and managers can be thankful this year: The onset of the holiday shopping season. While no retailer longs for the long hours and hard work that comes […]

Agriculture plays growing role in Colorado export sales

When thinking about the goods or services Colorado exports to other countries, agricultural products might not be the first thing that crosses your mind. Think again.  Agricultural exports have become increasingly important to our state’s economy, with high-quality, locally grown products sold from our farmers and ranchers to worldwide markets that are rich with opportunity. […]

Firm opens retail solar store

A solar system installation company has opened in the Mesa Mall in Grand Junction what’s billed as the first residential solar retail store in the country. Following the approach of such companies as Apple, AT&T and Disney, Syndicated Solar expects to engage more directly with a broader potential customer base in offering information about solar […]

Grand Valley wineries prove mettle

A group of  Palisade wineries operating under one brand won 21 medals, the second most of any entrant, at the Denver International Wine Competition. Talon Wine Brands won 10 gold medals, five silver medals and six bronze medals at the competition, which featured a total of 800 wines from 13 countries. Talon Wine Brands includes […]

Institute brings anti-aging programs to Grand Junction

The Aspen Institute for Regenerative Medicine has opened a location in Grand Junction to offer a variety of anti-aging programs. The Grand Junction operation is located at 321 Rood Ave. in the same building as the Family and Sports Medicine Clinic. The Aspen Institute for Regenerative Medicine offers hormone and testosterone therapies, age management programs […]

Wine industry conference coming to Grand Junction

An annual event designed to help Colorado winegrape growers and winemakers improve their operation is scheduled for Jan. 15 to 17 in Grand Junction. The three-day VinCO conference will feature speakers addressing such issues as viticulture, enology, business and marketing. Several horticultural seminars also are planned. In addition, the regional trade event offers a networking […]

Entries sought for U.S. Bank video contest

U.S. Bank is accepting entries for a video contest titled Lights, Camera, Save that will highlight ways teen-agers can save and use money wisely. “Lights, Camera, Save allows teens to role play and record their thoughts on a 60- to 90-second video about saving and using money wisely,” said Erica Opstad, manager of the office […]

Online program protects pesticide-sensitive areas

An online program designed to protect pesticide-sensitive crops and habitats is now available in Colorado. Managers of organic crops, beehives and other sensitive areas can register on the website located at www.driftwatch.org. Pesticide applicators then can check online for the location of those areas and take precautions before spraying if necessary. The website uses a […]