Former Mesa County Sheriff Matt Lewis has been hired as director of the Mesa County Criminal Justice Services Department. In his new role, Lewis will work with the county commissioners, other county departments, public safety agencies and community partners to address public safety needs and services. “I’m excited for the opportunity to return to public […]
Mind Springs Health has promoted Jessica Schmalz to director of nursing at West Springs Hospital in Grand Junction. Schmalz has worked at the hospital since 2016, caring for patients as first a registered nurse and charge nurse and later a psychiatric nurse practitioner. “I am incredibly honored and excited to take on a leadership role […]
Tamara Schopp has joined Lighthouse HR Support in Grand Junction as a background screening specialist. Schopp worked for eight years for Mesa County School District 51 as a health assistant, paraprofessional in the special needs behavior program, and kitchen manager. She also owned two businesses. She’s studying to receive her Fair Credit Reporting Act certification. […]
Laura Carroll of Delta has been appointed to the Medical Services Board, which adopts rules and regulations for the Colorado Medicaid and indigent care program. Carroll serves as a resident of the Third Congressional District with knowledge of medical assistance programs.
Carolyn Sandeen-Hall, Gary DeYoung and Kyle Coltrinari were elected to the Grand Valley Power board of directors. Sandeen-Hall ran as an incumbent and received the most votes — 1,562 — in the election. DeYoung received 1,428 votes and Coltrinari 1,265 votes. Rod Martinez ranked fourth with 1,208 votes. Sandeen-Hall, DeYoung and Coltrinari will serve three-year […]
Toni Heiden was honored as the top-performing agent for July at Heiden Homes Realty in Grand Junction. Heiden, the owner and broker of the firm, posted the highest dollar volume in sales and most closed transactions for the month. She’s worked more than 40 years in the Western Colorado real estate market and received emeritus […]
Dr. Michael Trowbridge has retired after practicing more than 30 years with Colorado West Otolaryngologists in Grand Junction. Trowbridge joined the practice in 1989 and served as a teacher and mentor to many residents and physicians. He also served at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Grand Junction as a board member and chief of staff. […]
Dalby, Wendland & Co. announced seven promotions within the Western Colorado accounting and consulting firm. Rachel Schlepp, Lisa Thon-Kollar and Kelsey Tinsley, all certified public accountants, were named principals. Paige Curtiss, Seth Knighton and Megan Loberg were named tax supervisors. Belen Salinas was named tax senior. Schlepp joined Dalby Wendland in 2015 and specializes in […]
Kenzie Ross, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Distinctive Properties in Grand Junction, has been named to the Coldwell Banker’s 30 Under 30 list. The list honors agents under the age of 30 who’ve excelled in sales as well as leadership and philanthropy. The latest recipients were selected from among more than 100,000 agents […]
Landon Law has joined Bray & Co. Real Estate in Grand Junction. Law grew up in the Grand Valley and recently returned. She brings to her duties experience not only in real estate, but also her work as a bartender, receptionist, valet, waitress, wrangler, manager of a small chain of pet stores and professional dog […]