City of Grand Junction awarded for financial reporting

The  City of Grand Junction has once again been recognized for financial reporting. The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the city’s comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The certificate is the highest form of recognition from the association for government […]

Applicants sought to fill school board vacancy

Applications will be accepted through 4 p.m. March 23 to fill a vacancy on the Mesa County School District 51 board. The District C seat on the school board was vacated following the resignation of John Williams. Williams resigned before a final round of interviews for an open position as the district general counsel. To […]

Applicants sought for Colorado Capital Conference

Applications will be accepted through March 20 for an annual conference designed to give Colorado residents a better understanding of federal legislative processes. Colorado Mesa University will join with Colorado State University and the University of Colorado to host the Colorado Capital Conference June 10 to 12 in Washington, D.C. Participants will meet and interact […]

Fiction writers plan educational event

Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers has scheduled an educational event for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 25 at the Table Mountain Inn in Golden. The event will include panel presentations on creating diverse characters as well as author platforms and formatting for publication. Early registration is $80 for members and $90 for others through March […]

Writing group plans free workshop on critiques

Rocky Mountain Fiction Writers has scheduled a free workshop offering information about the critique process. The workshop is set for 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 29 at the Business Incubator Center, 2591 Legacy Way in Grand Junction. A light breakfast will be served. Reservations are requested, but not required. Send reservations to Pam Chiaro at […]

Applications sought for Robin Hood grants

Applications will be accepted through March 2 for an annual Robin Hood grant program conducted by the Rotary Club of Grand Junction. The grant program is open to registered 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organizations that benefit Mesa County citizens. Requests will be granted on the merits of the programs or projects and availability of funding. Application […]

Hospital foundation joins in tax refund program

Colorado taxpayers can donate part or all of their state income tax refunds to St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation and other registered organizations through a new program. Under the Donate to a Colorado Nonprofit program, taxpayers can support any registered charity with a designation on their state income tax returns. Taxpayers decide how much of their […]

Write a Will Month workshops scheduled

Three workshops are planned as part of Write a Will Month to help participants make sure their wishes are carried out following their deaths. The 90-minute workshops are set for 10:30 a.m. March 4 and 5:30 p.m. March 11 and 18 at the Mesa County Central Library at 443 N. Sixth St. in Grand Junction. […]

Freddy’s plans 95-cent frozen custard celebration

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers will sell 95-cent frozen custards as part of a celebration of the 95th birthday of co-founder Freddy Simon. The offer will include single-scoop vanilla or chocolate custard served in a  dish or cake cone and will be available through Feb. 26 at participating restaurants. Entries also will be accepted in […]

Glass company honored for supporting military

Pinnacle Glass Company in Grand Junction has received recognition for its support of military service members and their families. Pinnacle Glass Company received the Patriotic Employer Award from the Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve. The company was honored for its programs that benefit service members as well as employees who serve in the […]