HR conference scheduled

The Western Colorado Human Resource Association will host a legislative and case law update for HR professionals. The event is set for 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 18 in the University Center ballroom at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. The event will offer updates on legislative changes […]

Chamber awards businesses for expansive efforts

A total of seven Grand Junction businesses and organizations have been honored for expanding operations and staffing. The businesses were recognized at a quarterly meeting of the Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce for cumulatively investing more than $8 million and creating 75 new jobs. Sam’s Club was honored for investing $6 million and adding […]

Mesa County jobless rate retreats

Phil Castle, The Business Times The unemployment rate has retreated in Mesa County even as the labor force has grown to its largest level in four years. The two indicators headed in opposite directions bode well for improving conditions, said Curtis Englehart, director of the Mesa County Workforce Center in Grand Junction. “We’re excited to […]

Voting under way to name Palisade subdivision

Suggestions will be accepted through March 25 for names for a new subdivision that will be constructed in Palisade. People can help name the subdivision by voting online at livingpalisade.com. Participants will be entered to win a $2,000 cash prize or $10,000 in builder upgrades. The Kimbrough Team at RE/Max 4000 and Chronos Builders have […]

Firm offers high-balance conventional loans

Grand Valley Home Loans in Fruita offers a new program offering high-balance conventional loans without mortgage insurance and higher rates. The loans are available in amounts from $453,101 to $679,650. The program is designed for borrowers with FICO scores of 680 or higher and a maximum debt-to-income ratio of 43 percent. Loans are available for […]

Herberger’s to offer discounts for Goodwill donations

Herberger’s will offer discounts in exchange for donations to Goodwill as part of a twice-a-year benefit event. The spring 2018 Goodwill Sale is scheduled to run through March 24 at Bon-Ton stores, including Herberger’s stores. Customers can drop off items for donation at their local department store in exchange for coupons good for up to […]

Registration under way to vendors who want to participate in HR conference

Registration is underway for vendors interested in participating in an annual gathering of human resource professionals. The Western Colorado Human Resource Association has scheduled its spring conference for April 18 at Colorado Mesa University in Grand Junction. More than 100 HR professionals from the region are expected to attend. The event also includes an expo […]

Veterinary practices join in effort to offer sterilizations at reduced cost

Veterinary practices have joined with Mesa County Animal Services to offer spay or neuter procedures at a reduced price. The Animal Assistance Foundation has provided funding for more than 350 pet sterilization procedures to assist pet owners with financial needs. Participating veterinarians have agreed to offer those procedures at a reduced rate. Vouchers are offered […]