Store adds to convenience with truck and trailer rentals

A Grand Junction convenience store has added U-Haul truck and trailer rentals to its services. GJ Quickstop also offers moving equipment and supplies, said Matthew Gallegos, owner of the store located at 484 28 Road. “U-Haul is proud to be partnering with a quality independent business such as GJ Quickstop,” said Justin Frank, president of […]

Wells Fargo gives $3.7 million to Colorado nonprofits

Wells Fargo & Co. contributed a total of nearly $3.7 million to nonprofit organizations across Colorado in 2011, the financial services company announced in a news release. In addition, Wells Fargo employees contributed more than $1.2 million and logged 28,300 volunteer hours. “There are many families and individuals in our communities who have been affected, […]

Tasteful benefit raises $16,000 for clinic

A benefit event pairing gourmet foods with wines and spirits raised $16,000 for a Mesa County clinic providing health care services to the uninsured. That total is more than twice the $7,000 raised last year for the Marillac Clinic, said Jerome Strack, general manager of the Wine Country Inn in Palisade and coordinator of Edesia. […]

Clarion Inn earns hospitality award

A Grand Junction hotel has earned an award for customer service. The Clarion Inn received the 2012 Gold Hospitality Award from Choice Hotels International, which operates the Clarion brand. “The Clarion Inn Grand Junction hotel’s commitment to excellence and outstanding guest service has earned it this well-deserved recognition as one of the best hotels among […]

Registration under way for awards breakfast

Registration is open through March 13 for an annual event honoring philanthropic efforts, including those of businesses. The Human Services Council of Mesa County has scheduled the White Ribbon Leadership Award breakfast event for 7:30 a.m. March 20 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 743 Horizon Drive in Grand Junction. Admission is $15. Tables for […]

Ski resort joins in effort to offer youth program

Powderhorn Mountain Resort has teamed up with Mesa County School District 51 and local businesses and organizations to offer a recreational program for at-risk youth. Powderhorn offers free lift tickets, lessons, rentals and lunches to participating students. Home Loan and 13 Marketing offers free transportation. Loki offers discounted clothing. “Athletics and outdoor recreation are a […]

Staffing franchise helps to increase 2011 sales

A Grand Junction franchise has helped to boost sales for an international staffing company. “We’re seeing a steady rate of Grand Valley employers adding to their current staff and replacing departing members much more quickly,” said Nina Anderson, owner of the Express Employment Professionals franchise in Grand Junction. The company announced that 2011 sales topped […]