To help ensure reliable waste-disposal services and make the most efficient use of available landfill space, the Mesa County Commission approved a $1,177,980 purchase on June 16 for a new trash compactor at the Mesa County Landfill. The county said in a news release that the landfill receives more than 600 tons of waste each […]
As of July 1, Mesa County is now posting public notices on its website, providing residents with another way to access important public information, the county said in a July 6 news release. Public notices include information about topics such as public hearings, elections, foreclosures, tax lien sales, contract notices and other actions that require […]
For the eighth year, the Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center and presenting sponsor radio station The Vault 100.7 will host a tour of Cedaredge homes and gardens. Tour de Cedars will take place on Sept. 6 from noon to 4 p.m. Limited tickets are available. The cost is $65 per person or $50 for […]
The 45th Annual Parade of Homes, presented by the HBA of Western Colorado and Fairway Home Mortgage, will take place Sept. 25–27 and Oct. 2–4 at homes throughout Mesa County. Registration is now open for builders, sponsors and advertisers looking to be part of the event and connect with thousands of prospective home owners, home […]
Samantha Bartling, store manager of The Sensory Store, stands next to a wall display with a wide variety of fidget toys. The Sensory Store officially opened on July 1 at 2412 Patterson Road, Unit 2, between Cafe Rio and Canyon View Dental. On its website, thesensorystores.com, The Sensory Store says it offers: “Thoughtfully selected sensory […]
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting registrations for the Young Professionals Summit, which will take place Aug. 19 at the Colorado Mesa University Ballroom. From keynote speakers to interactive breakout sessions, the event is designed to help young professionals build valuable skills, expand their networks and invest in their futures. This year’s […]
Photographers have until 5 p.m. on July 31 to submit photographs to the City of Grand Junction for possible inclusion in its annual printed calendar for 2027. Photographers are encouraged to submit photos that celebrate the beauty of the community, including scenes, special events and other snapshots of life in Grand Junction. Other photo options […]
In response to the Snyder Fire, United Way of Mesa County activated the Snyder Fire Support Fund. United Way said in a news release that many people have been displaced and require essential supplies, so it is collaborating with local and state government and nonprofit partners to provide immediate relief to those who have been […]
Alpine Bank established a dedicated benefit account to support the families of five firefighters impacted by the Snyder Fire in Mesa County. Three of the firefighters lost their lives and two were critically injured. Alpine Bank launched the effort with a $25,000 donation to be split evenly among the five families. “This hits close to […]
The Department of Veterans Affairs appointed Mathew Tekansik as the new director of the VA Western Colorado Health Care System. Tekansik is responsible for one medical center and four outlying clinics, and he oversees delivery of health-care services covering 17 counties and 47,000 square miles within the state of Colorado and Utah. Sunaina Kumar-Giebel, Veterans […]