Engineering firm earns approval to use drones

An engineering firm with offices in Grand Junction has earned federal approval to use unmanned aircraft systems in providing services to clients. Olsson Associates received an exemption to use three models of drones in providing aerial inspections, architectural visualizations and other commercial services. “This exemption is an important step for Olsson Associates in providing accurate, […]

Fruita firm among Companies to Watch

A Fruita company that supplies equipment to the oil and natural gas industry is among the latest winners of an awards program that honors companies that demonstrate high performance in the marketplace through innovative products and processes. Frank Henry Equipment (FHE) USA is among 50 firms to receive 2015 awards in the Colorado Companies to […]

Internet and phone services provider changes name

A company providing high-speed Internet and digital telephone services in rural areas of Colorado, including areas around Grand Junction as well as Delta and Montrose, has changed its name from Skybeam to Rise Broadband. JAB Broadband, a Denver-based company, has rebranded all of its divisions under Rise Broadband. The company serves a total of nearly […]

RSVP raffle tickets available

Raffle tickets are available for an annual fund-raiser for the Mesa County Recruiting Seniors for Volunteer Positions program. Tickets sell for $3 each or $5 for two and are available at the Mesa County RSVP office at 422 White Ave., Suite 090, in Grand Junction. Tickets also may be purchased at online by credit card […]

Downtown boutique plan grand opening

Charmed by Heirlooms — a boutique featuring used wares fashioned into accessories, furniture and home decor — has scheduled a grand opening celebration for 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. June 18 at the store, 635 Main St. in downtown Grand Junction. The store features recycled and repurposed items crafted by local volunteers, said Wendy Hayduk, […]

Educational company plans summer camps

A Grand Junction business has scheduled two summer camps designed to help students prevent loss of learning over the break. Essentials In Learning will offer an advanced algebra and trigonometry camp from 9 a.m. to noon July 13 to 16. Admission is $400. A self-management skills camp is set for 9 a.m. to noon July […]

Photographer wins Art for Health contest

Family Health West has selected Katie Skalla, a fine art landscape photographer in Fruita, as the latest winner of its bi-annual Art for Health competition. Skalla’s photographs will be displayed at the Colorado Canyons Hospital in Fruita. A reception is set for 5:30 p.m. June 11. “We are thrilled to have Katie’s work in our […]