Photographers get the picture in ag contest

Cynthia June Hansen of Delta was among the entrants who earned first-place awards in an annual photography contest depicting the agricultural industry in Colorado. Hansen’s photo, titled “Picked This Morning,” placed first in the agritourism category in the “Colorado … it’s Agricultural” contest. Kelly Porter of Silt placed first in the livestock category with a […]

New Life Chiropractic to host free workshop

New Life Chiropractic in Grand Junction has scheduled a free workshop on treating digestive disorders. The workshop is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Feb. 1 in the community room of the Goodwill retail center at 620 24 1/2 Road in Grand Junction. The event will cover natural means of improving or correcting such disorders as acid […]

Symphony receives grant for board development

The Grand Junction Symphony Orchestra is among the five latest winners of a grant to support board development. The Grand Junction orchestra received a $4,000 grant through the MetLife Foundation and League of American Orchestras. Orchestras are selected for grants through a competitive process that assesses their plans for board development, short- and long-term effects […]

Colorado company completes testing on chemical-free fracking treatment

A Colorado company has completed testing of a chemical-free water treatment system for the hydraulic fracturing process used in natural gas and oil exploration and production. Produced Water Solutions has developed a proprietary process called Ecofrac to treat the large volumes of water used in hydraulic fracturing. The mobile, low-energy and chemical-free process treats water […]

Delta County projects earn grants through renewable energy program

Two projects in Delta County are among the recipients of more than $600,000 in grants awarded through the Advancing Colorado’s Renewable Energy (ACRE) program. Painted Sky RC&D received a $25,000 grant to assess the feasibility of developing a hydroelectric power facility for agricultural operations. Delta Economic Development received a $20,000 grant to assess the feasibility […]

Grand Junction Doubletree Hotel earns outstanding rating from Hilton Hotels

The Doubletree Hotel in Grand Junction has earned top ratings for a third consecutive year. The Doubletree Hotel earned an outstanding rating from Hilton Hotels Quality and Assurance based on adherence to Hilton standards, the cleanliness and overall condition of the hotel and six months of guest service scores. Out of 240 Doubletree Hotels worldwide, […]

Habitat for Humanity awarded for efforts to provide housing

Habitat for Humanity of Mesa County has earned recognition for its efforts to provide affordable housing to families in need. The nonprofit organization received the Clarence Jordan Award from Habitat for Humanity International. The award is named after the man considered the spiritual father of Habitat for Humanity. “We are honored to receive this award […]