A monthly index forecasting economic conditions in the United States continues to decline — signaling slowing, but not recession. The Conference Board reported its Leading Economic Index (LEI) fell a half of a percent to 101.2 in May. A separate measure of current conditions increased. A measure of past conditions decreased. Justyna Zabinska-La Monica, senior […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times United Country Real Colorado Properties handles a variety of listings — everything from farms and ranches to luxury homes and hunting acreages. But in many cases, the Grand Junction-based firm is involved in something else, says broker and owner Omar Richardson. “We sell lifestyle,” Richardson says. “We live the lifestyle […]
Phil Castle, The Business Times A proposed acquisition that would combine Kroger and Albertsons constitutes a response to an increasingly competitive marketplace that also would result in lower prices for consumers and higher wages for employees, according to an industry consultant hired to advise on the deal. What’s more, C&S Wholesale Grocers offers a strong […]
Before she founded a brokerage and advisory firm for the pet care industry, Teija Heikkilä operated her own pet care facilities for 18 years. Her first-hand knowledge of the challenges and rewards of operating a pet care business led to the realization there was a gap in the market for brokerage services for the pet […]
Mesa County has received a $110,000 grant to help fund efforts to eradicate the Japanese beetle. The Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) awarded the grant to battle the beetles, an invasive pest that damages agricultural crops as well as ornamental plants and turf grass. “CDA is committed to protecting the Western Slope from this voracious […]
United Way of Mesa has received a $50,000 grant to help fund efforts to address homelessness. The Wells Fargo Foundation grant will support the United to Solve Homelessness program, as well as the Resource Center a joint project with HomewardBound of the Grand Valley. Keira Auld, community impact and marketing manager with United Way of […]
A meeting is scheduled for Grand Junction to identify concerns and common needs for agricultural producers in Western Colorado. Janie VanWinkle, a fellow with the AgriWest initiative, will lead the discussion at the meeting set for 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. June 27 at the Mesa County Fairgrounds community building, 2785 U.S. Highway 50. The Ribber […]
Colorado ranked sixth in a comparison of the best and worse state economies. Colorado ranked among the top 20 states for economic activity, economic health and potential for innovation. WalletHub compiled the ranking based on 28 indicators of economic performance and strength, including growth in gross domestic product, business startup activity, share of jobs in […]
A Grand Junction-based accounting firm will honor a retiring accountant by establishing a college scholarship in her name. DWC CPAs and Advisors will offer the Donna M. Hardy accounting scholarship at Colorado Mesa University for the 2024-2025 academic year. Hardy, a certified public accountant and certified valuation analyst, retired after working four decades in public accounting. […]
The Grand River Mosquito Control District joins in National Mosquito Control Awareness Week to educate people about the dangers of mosquitoes and the importance of mosquito control. “This time of year is critical for people to be extra aware. We all tend to spend more time outdoors camping, barbecuing and recreating. Mosquitoes will take every […]