Technology will eliminate some jobs, but create new ones and in the process require that businesses and people adapt, according to futurist who founded a Colorado networking firm and think tank. Thomas Frey described the ways in which technology could affect businesses during a presentation in Denver hosted by Vectra Bank Colorado and the Metro […]
A business executive who also served as a university chancellor will share his experiences during an annual event celebrating entrepreneurship. Daniel Ritchie is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at Entrepreneurship Day events in Grand Junction and Montrose. The Grand Junction event is set for noon April 4 in the Meyer Ballroom of the University […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times John Hager offers what he considers the perfect option for controlling weeds, one that’s instantly lethal for weeds, yet completely safe for people, pets and other landscaping. “I can drink what I’m using,” Hager said. That’s because Hager is using hot water — steam, actually. Hager and his wife, Connie, […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times While consumers tend to focus on the price of prescription medications, Dana Malick wants them to consider other aspects of the pharmaceutical industry. Drug companies set what are called list prices for medications, but a number of factors related to a complex supply change affect what people pay for prescriptions […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Angela Padalecki remembers well a trip to Grand Junction and the exhilaration she felt about a new phase in her life and all the possibilities the future held. She recently returned under far different circumstances, but says she felt the same way. “It was the same sense of excitement.” Padalecki […]
An index forecasting economic conditions in the United States continues to rise, signaling growth through at least the first half of the year. The Conference Board reported its Leading Economic Index increased 1 percent to 108.1 in January. Separate measures of current and past conditions also edged up. “The U.S. LEI accelerated further in January […]
An upcoming event in Grand Junction will offer information about how businesses can identify and address cyber security risks. The free dine and learn event is set for 5:30 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Factory coworking space at 750 Main St. A light dinner and refreshments will be served. For reservations and more information, visit […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Buoyed in part by stronger holiday sales, tax collections continue to increase in the Grand Valley. The City of Grand Junction reported a 6.1 percent increase in sales and use tax collections in January compared to the same month last year. Mesa County reported an even larger proportional gain at […]
Applications will be accepted until March 9 for the latest round of grants distributed by the Mesa County Federal Mineral Lease District. The district distributes federal mineral leasing funds to public entities in Mesa County to support infrastructure, construction and public service projects. Grants are available under programs to support large-scale public works and capital […]
A nurse in the surgeries department at Colorado Canyons Hospital and Medical Center in Fruita has received an award honoring her care. Linda Southam received the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses. Southam was among five nominees for the award that included Karen Brennan, Melissa Moseley, Chelsea Olson and Karrie Reid. Nurses are nominated by patients, […]