Workforce flexibility, strong partnerships aid measles response

Workforce flexibility, strong partnerships aid measles response

Mesa County Public Health has officially scaled back its measles response after 37 days of active operations, following the successful containment of seven confirmed cases in the community. No new cases have been reported in recent weeks, and the risk to the public remains low. The agency’s approach offers a clear example of large-scale incident […]

Loyalty factor: Exceptional service builds unforgettable brands

Loyalty factor: Exceptional service builds unforgettable brands

In today’s competitive marketplace, customer service isn’t just a department, it’s the heartbeat of a successful business. Yet for many consumers it’s a rare luxury. When service falls short, customers don’t just walk away, they take their loyalty, their praise, and their purchasing power with them. My wife and I recently completed a 2,575-mile, eight-day […]

Press releases: A classic tool in a modern world

If you run a business on the Western Slope, you probably juggle a dozen ways you try to market your business. But, there’s a quiet powerhouse many overlook: the classic press release. From a marketing perspective, the press release is one of the most effective ways to earn credible coverage, control your message and create […]

Yoga combines peace, power and positivity

Learning to balance life with calmness and positive thinking is what Yoga is all about. Yoga means “to join or yoke together” the body and mind into one experience. Practicing Yoga dates back more than 5,000 years. It combines three main areas: breathing; exercise; and meditation. Breathing techniques are taught on the concept that breathing […]

Suicide report highlights progress, opportunities for prevention

Suicide report highlights progress, opportunities for prevention

Mesa County Public Health, in partnership with the Mesa County Coroner’s Office and the Mesa County Suicide Prevention Coalition, released its annual Suicide Report. The findings shed light on the ongoing challenges surrounding suicide in our community, but also highlight how prevention efforts are making a difference and where opportunities exist to build a stronger, […]

Beyond the bottom line: Building a business that uplifts everyone

Beyond the bottom line: Building a business that uplifts everyone

In the world of business, there’s a long-standing belief that success is defined by maximizing sales, minimizing costs and generating the highest possible profits. This transactional mindset – sell more, spend less, earn more – has shaped countless companies and strategies. But it’s also left many people feeling undervalued, exploited and disconnected from the very […]

Commercial market shows steady volume for 2025

Commercial real estate sales in Mesa County continued to mirror first-quarter trends through the second quarter of 2025. While overall sales volume increased 4 percent year over year from $94.9 million in the first half of 2025 compared to $91.7 million during the same period in 2024, the number of transactions were slightly less. Year […]

Beware pitfalls of pooled-employer retirement plans

Employers offering company-sponsored retirement plans often rely on third-party advisors for expert guidance on plan provisions, investment choices and overall plan governance to ensure the plan aligns with the best interests of both the company and its employees. However, issues can arise when these advisors fail to provide recommendations tailored to the employer’s specific needs […]

The Balanced Life: Why true success requires stepping away

Running a business demands relentless energy, focus and time. For many entrepreneurs, the pursuit of success becomes all-consuming – often at the expense of their personal lives. It’s easy to justify the sacrifice, saying: “Just a little more effort.” “One more late night.” “I’ll make time for myself later.” But the truth is when you […]

Small changes in exercise can make a big difference

Change by definition means to “make something different.” Change is not easily accepted by many people. We all like the idea of being comfortable and staying within the confines of the familiar. So, how do we make changes when they are to better our lives? Breaking it down into small steps to achieve, change or […]

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