President Barack Obama is working on an executive order that would require any company bidding on federal government work to list all political contributions by the firm, officers and directors, along with donations made to private groups engaged in speech related to, for example, politics and policy. This mandate would cover contributions and donations made […]
Economic forecasts are lot like … well, opinions, in that it seems everyone has one. Nonetheless, there’s a growing consensus economic conditions are improving in the Grand Valley and that light at the end of the tunnel might not be a train after all. As usual, though, there are caveats. And still more patience likely […]
Dennis Berry, director of criminal justice services for Mesa County, has won a distinguished service award from the Governor’s Community Corrections Advisory Council. Berry received the O. John Kuenhold award, which recognizes the exceptional contributions of an individual to public safety in the field of community service. Berry has worked for Mesa County for 27 […]
Kathy Fernandez has been selected as the new executive director of the Palisade Chamber of Commerce. Fernandez was scheduled to start her new duties May 16. She brings to her latest position experience in event planning, marketing, office management and sales. For more information about the Palisade Chamber of Commerce, call 464-7458 or log on to […]
Mike Mast has joined First National Bank of the Rockies as vice president of commercial lending. Mast started his banking career in Indiana, but moved to Grand Junction in 1981. He’s since worked at regional and national banks in the area. “Having been in the banking industry for 30 years, I wanted to work in […]
Carolyn Bruce, chief executive officer of the Western Healthcare Alliance based in Grand Junction, has been selected by the National Cooperative of Health Networks Association (NCHN) as Outstanding Network Leader of the Year. The award was announced during a conference in Arizona. Winners were nominated and selected by their peers from among network leaders with […]
A Corgi that lost 15 percent of its body weight won the “Biggest Loser: Pet Edition” competition conducted at Tiara Rado Animal Hospital in Grand Junction. Beans weighed 56.2 pounds at the beginning of the contest in January, but now weighs 47.8 pounds. Owners Randy and Cindi Walck of Grand Junction received a $100 gift […]
The annual Red Baron Ball charity event raised more than 90 percent of the projected cost of replacing windows at the Family Health West nursing home in Fruita. “We thank our wonderful sponsors and guests for ensuring that our residents are as comfortable as possible,” said Angelina Salazar, director of development for Family Health West. […]
JG Management Systems in Grand Junction has been recognized for its support of military service members and their families. Jerome Gonzales, chief executive officer of the consulting firm, received an employer statement of support signed by Defense Secretary Robert Gates. Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) presented the statement. An agency of the […]
The Colorado Division of Insurance has developed an a guide for small businesses to help owners and managers make educated choices about their insurance needs. “Growth in small businesses is a critical element to Colorado’s economic health. The guide to insurance is one of many resources Colorado is providing to enable new and small businesses […]