Who knows better than business owners and managers what opportunities exist for growth — and what challenges persist to hobble that growth? Fortunately, business owners and managers are expected to play a big role in writing an economic development plan for Mesa County both in terms of responding to an online survey and sharing their […]
There are people out there who thought that once ObamaCare was signed into law last March, the debate was over. Thankfully, that’s not been the case. With big changes at the ballot box in November, debate and action regarding the new health care law has been rekindled. The U.S. House of Representatives voted to repeal […]
Two former print advertising consultants run a growing Grand Junction business offering advertising through a medium of a far different sort — a network of flat screen televisions that serve as indoor digital signs. Dave Vogt and Jim Montoya operate Local Focus Digital Media. After a year in business, Local Focus has expanded with flat […]
Artspace & Open Studios will present Inspirations, an art exhibit and sale, on Feb. 24 at Two Rivers Winery Chateau, 2087 S. Broadway in Grand Junction. Gallery hours will run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. A reception is set for 5 to 7 p.m. The event is free. The exhibit and sale will feature the […]
The Center for Independence continues to participate in the Show Us Your Colors fund-raiser offered through Rib City Grill and Alpine Bank. Customers who spend $10 on food at Rib City Grill locations in Fruita, Grand Junction, Glenwood Springs, Montrose and Rifle receive a token. Customers can take their tokens to Center for Independence locations […]
Applications will be accepted through May 1 for four, $1,000 college scholarships offered to members of the Western Rockies Federal Credit Union. Incoming college freshmen as well as continuing and adult students are eligible for the scholarships. The winners will be selected on the basis of financial assistance, a minimum 2.0 grade point average, essay […]
Businesses have joined forces with local artists and cultural organizations as part of a month-long promotion of artistic, romantic and culinary experiences in the Grand Valley. Many restaurants, hotels and retailers will offer special deals through February as part of the Arts, Hearts & Tarts promotion. Participating businesses display window clings and posters. The works […]
A laboratory in the newly renovated science building at Mesa State College in Grand Junction has been named the Noble Energy Geology Laboratory in recognition of the financial support of company. Noble Energy has contributed $100,000 to support a landman and energy management as well as a construction management degree program at Mesa State. “The […]
A Grand Valley winery offers a sweet deal to go along with its vintage products. Through February, St. Kathryn Cellars in Palisade will offer a free half pound of homemade chocolate fudge with the purchase of three bottles of wine. “We have a healthy following here in the Grand Valley. And in light of what’s […]
A Grand Junction medical supply company is celebrating 30 years in business. Grand Mesa Medical Supply will mark the milestone through February at its operation at 1708 North Ave. The drawing for the grand prize in a customer appreciation giveaway is set for 3 p.m. Feb. 25. Poppy Woody, a registered nurse, and her daughter, […]