Comments sought on economic development strategy

Comments will be accepted through Aug. 31 on an updated comprehensive economic development strategy completed by the Associated Governments of Northwest Colorado. The organization represents Mesa County and four other counties as well as municipalities in the five-county region. The organization updated its comprehensive economic development strategy as part of the requirements to maintain its […]

Pinnacol makes list of top insurance companies

Pinnacol Assurance once again ranks among the best-performing property and casualty insurance companies in the United States. The Colorado-based worker’s compensation insurance provider is included on the Ward’s 50 list for the fourth consecutive year. “We are proud of our performance, especially the past year, and to have earned this coveted position on the Ward […]

Pediatric practice extends office hours

A pediatrics practice has extended its hours to accommodate checkups, sports physicals and vaccinations before the start of the school year Western Colorado Pediatrics Associates (WCPA), a division of Primary Care Partners, offers extended hours until 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at its Grand Junction location at  3150 N. 12th St. The location also […]

Grand Junction firms among finalists in Colorado Companies to Watch program

Six Grand Junction-based firms are among the latest finalists for annual awards honoring fast-growing Colorado companies. Aspen Technology Group, Cloudrise, Growl Agency, MLS Senior Care, Phoenix Haus and Timberleaf Trailers are among 68 finalists in the 2021 Colorado Companies to Watch program.  The program honors so-called second-stage companies for their innovative products, unique processes and […]

Colorado firm purchases Brach’s Storage

A Colorado-based company has purchased Brach’s Storage and its three locations in Grand Junction. Advantage Self Storage acquired in the transaction Brach’s Self Storage, Brach’s Mini Storage and Brach’s Interior Storage. Dave and Ann Brach opened the first Brach’s Storage location in 1995. Their facilities are located on part of the land Dave’s parents purchased […]

Trail of trailers to promote Mesa County agriculture

What’s billed as a trail of trailers has been scheduled to support agriculture and food production in Mesa County. The event is set for July 24, starting at 4 p.m. at the Kokopelli Fruit Stand between Palisade and Cameo.  A caravan of trucks, trailers and other vehicles representing agriculture will proceed through Palisade, Clifton, down […]

Key lime concrete back on the menu at Freddy’s

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers has brought back its key lime pie concrete. The menu item will be available at restaurants through late August or while supplies last. The key lime pie concrete combines frozen vanilla custard with a slice of key lime pie and is topped with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs. “The […]