Bank joins in annual effort to teach children to save

Employees from First National Bank of the Rockies made presentations to more than 600 elementary school students across Western Colorado as part of an annual Teach Children to Save Program. “We’re happy to provide financial education opportunities to the youth of our communities,” said Pete Waller, president and chief executive officer of FNBR. “Children learn […]

Craft beer industry brews up stout economic benefits

The craft beer industry in Colorado brews up not only popular beverages, but also a stout economic contribution to the state. According to the results of a study conducted by the University of Colorado Business Research Division, the craft brewing industry generates $446 million in annual economic benefits. That total includes nearly $102 million in […]

Kessler Canyon Resort among award winners

The Kessler Canyon resort near DeBeque was among the businesses honored at the recent Colorado Meetings + Events magazine Best of Colorado awards celebration. Kessler Canyon earned an Editor’s Pick award for offering the best place for executive and board retreats. Kessler Canyon offers luxury lodging as well as a variety of recreational activities. For […]

Free art studio tour planned

Art Space & Open Studios has scheduled its annual tour of Grand Valley studios. The Open Studios Tour is set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 19 and noon to 4 p.m. May 20. The free event will showcase the work of 145 artists and also include demonstrations and opportunities to talk with artists […]

Wells Fargo celebrates with classes and donations

Wells Fargo celebrates its 160th year in business by conducting 160 Teach Children to Save classes in Colorado in April and contributing a total of $160,000 to three charitable organizations. “Celebrating our anniversary provides us another great opportunity to thank our customers, invest in our communities and honor our team members,” said Nathan Christian, Wells […]

Businesses team up for benefit race

Habitat for Humanity of Mesa County has teamed up with the Grand Junction Rockies, Crossroads Fitness and Alpine Bank to stage a benefit event for runners and walkers. Registration is under way for the Habitat Home Run 5K and 10K. The event is set for 8:30 a.m. June 30 on the Riverfront Trail behind the […]

MDS realizes fund-raising goal

Mesa Developmental Services has achieved its goal to raise $2.3 million to pay for the construction of three homes in Grand Junction for people with complex disabilities and medical issues. A $25,000 grant from the Boettcher Foundation finished the effort to pay for the homes, which were completed in 2010. The homes offer a residential […]

Staffing service marks fifth year in business

A staffing business has scheduled an event marking the fifth anniversary of its operation in Grand Junction. Express Employment Professionals as well as neighboring businesses in the complex will host the celebration from 3 to 7 p.m. April 26 at 1119 N. First St. The event will include food and prizes. Nina Anderson opened the […]