A virtual job fair is scheduled to run around-the-clock through Sept. 15 to recruit applicants for jobs at Colorado ski resorts. The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment will join with workforce centers in six communities to host the fair. To participate, people should register online at www.connectingcolorado.com. Once inside the virtual event, they can […]
St. Mary’s Hospital and Medical Center in Grand Junction has earned recognition for diagnosing and treating patients with symptoms of a heart attack. The hospital received accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care as a chest pain center. To earn the designation, St. Mary’s evaluated its heart care processes and integrated what are considered […]
Candidates in a variety of races have been invited to participate in debates hosted by Club 20 in Grand Junction. The debates are scheduled for Sept. 6 at Two Rivers Convention Center, located at 159 Main St. The debates will feature candidates vying in nearly every Western Slope race for the Colorado House of Representatives […]
A small business advocacy group has endorsed Bob Beauprez in his bid for election as governor of Colorado. Beauprez offers the experience and record to help the small business owners who employ half of the private-sector workforce and create almost every new job in the state, said Tony Gagliardi, Colorado state director for the National […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Not every dog necessarily starts out as man’s — or woman’s — best friend. But Noelle Blair and Tammy Barslund believe every dog should end up that way. With the right training, even the most ill-behaved dogs can learn the manners that endear them to their owners. And, yes, old […]
A measure of consumer confidence continues to increase along with improving business and labor conditions. The Conference Board reported that its Consumer Confidence Index advanced more than two points to 92.4 in August. While consumers were more upbeat in their assessments of current conditions, they were a bit less optimistic in their short-term outlooks. “Consumer […]
A monthly index forecasting economic performance in the United States has increased sharply, a signal the pace of growth could accelerate. The Conference Board reported that its Leading Economic Index climbed nine-tenths of a percent to 103.3 in July. With increases in each of the last six months, the index has advanced 4 percent over […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times An executive who’s been involved with multiple site selection programs will share his insights about Mesa County as a potential location for businesses during an upcoming event. John Frank, a senior vice president with CH2M Hill, is scheduled to deliver the keynote presentation during the annual meeting of the Grand […]
A national restaurant chain is looking for entrepreneurs interested in opening Dunkin’ Donuts franchises in Grand Junction and other Western Colorado locations. “Dunkin’ Donuts is looking for qualified candidates with food service, operations and real estate experience to join our team and grow the brand in Grand Junction, Glenwood Springs and Durango, said Grant Benson, […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times An organization that offers a range of free services to entrepreneurs soon will return to the Grand Valley. SCORE will be back in operation and offering services at the Business Incubator Center in Grand Junction within two to three months, officials with the organization and center announced. “We’re excited to […]