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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
A free presentation is set for 5:30 p.m. March 22 at the Mesa County Central Library at 433 N. Sixth St. in Grand Junction as part of Write a Will Month in Mesa County. The presentation will offer information about wills, trusts and planned giving. Time will be alloted to answer questions. The session is […]
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 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 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 […]
Wienerschnitzel restaurants will sell five corn dogs for $5 as part of a National Corn Dog Day celebration on March 18. “Wienerschnitzel has been serving up corn dogs for 53 years and has been known for serving up the best corn dog in town,” said Doug Koegeboehn, chief marketing officer for Weinerschnitzel. “We encourage corn […]
Family Health West and Mesa Mall have joined in a program promoting walking in the Grand Junction mall as a step toward healthier lifestyles. Family Health West sponsors the program and offers participants a reusable tote, promotional prizes and maps to help them track their steps. “Mesa Mall is thrilled to be working with Family […]
All the VIP tickets to the upcoming Colorado Mountain Winefest in Palisade have been sold. Winefest events are scheduled for Sept.13 to 16. The Festival in the Park is set for Sept 15. in Riverbend Park. The Winefest serves as a fund-raiser for the Colorado Association for Viticulture & Enology, a trade association for wine […]