A monthly index forecasting economic conditions in the United States continues to increase, signaling growth despite some signs to the contrary. The Conference Board reported that its Leading Economic Index (LEI) climbed to 95.7 in March, rising three-tenths of a percent over the previous month and 2.7 percent over the previous six months. Separate measures […]
A Grand Junction recycling company will accept computers, electronics and appliances during a free dropoff event scheduled for April 21 as part of an Earth Day observance. E-Waste Recyclers of Colorado has scheduled the event for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at its facility at 655 N. First St. The firm operates out of a […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times: An entrepreneur who’s been equally successful in promoting physical fitness in women and developing her business will share her advice during an upcoming event in Grand Junction. Rachel Cosgrove — co-owner of Results Fitness, corporate consultant and best-selling author — will speak at a presentation hosted by the Mesa County […]
A meeting has been scheduled to review proposed changes to a thoroughfare through one of the busiest business areas in Grand Junction. The meeting will offer business owners and the public an opportunity to look over and comment on design concepts for a revamped Horizon Drive corridor between G and H roads as well as […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Sales tax collections in Grand Junction continue to outpace last year, a promising trend not only for city coffers, but also retail activity. “It’s definitely encouraging. I hope it holds,” said Jodi Romero, financial operations director for the city. The city collected a total of almost $3.6 million in sales […]
A monthly measure of hotel and motel stays in Grand Junction continues to reflect increased business for the hospitality sector compared to last year. Several other indicators of tourism activity also have increased on a year-over-year basis. According to the Grand Junction Visitor & Convention Bureau report for March, lodging tax revenues totalled $65,883, a […]
A monthly index tracking conditions for small businesses in Colorado has edged up on stronger job gains as well as the prospect interest rates will remain at record-low levels. “Of all the issues that Colorado small businesses can worry about, extremely low interest rates aren’t one of them,” said Jeff Thredgold, a corporate economist who […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times Grand Junction ranks among the top places in the United States to live for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hunting and fishing, according to the latest results of an annual listing compiled by a national magazine. The ranking and associated publicity should bolster efforts to attract new businesses to the area, […]
An upcoming seminar will offer information about records and information management, including the use of electronic records to obtain evidence for legal proceedings as well as computer software to share content. The Western Colorado Chapter of ARMA International has scheduled its spring seminar for 8:30 a.m. May 4 at the Mesa County Courthouse, 544 Rood […]
A Western Colorado bank has retained its certification for meeting international standards for environmental management. Alpine Bank has been recertified for another three years to maintain its International Standards Organization (IS0) 14001 designation. Alpine Bank first earned the designation in 2006 and has been recertified twice since then. The bank remains the only financial services […]