I’ve started columns many times in the past by writing, “I don’t know what to write about.” This time I know what to write about, I just don’t want to. But I have to. And Mesa County Republicans made me do it. First up, let me explain to Mesa County Republicans — and JJ Fletcher, […]
This time of year always brings to mind an unusual fantasy. No, not that kind of fantasy. I want to be a commencement speaker. Each graduation season renews my yearning to shower graduates with my wit and wisdom. I can almost hear the raucous laughter that follows a deftly delivered punch line. I can almost […]
President John F. Kennedy issued the first National Small Business Week proclamation in 1963, marking the first week in May as a time to observe the critical importance small business plays in our local and national economies. National Small Business Week serves as an annual tribute to America’s small businesses and innovative startups, the tireless […]
High school seniors soon will toss their mortar boards into the air, celebrating graduation. What will await these new graduates? Are they prepared to become self-sufficient? There are excellent teachers and excellent students in every school. Unfortunately, test scores and observable actions demonstrate a high percentage of students leave school with an alarming deficiency in […]
As a proud fourth-generation rancher in Mesa County, I find it crucial to recognize the invaluable contributions our industry makes to support the heartbeat of our rural communities. While the debate around agriculture’s use of the Colorado River continues, it’s essential to recognize our farms not only feed the nation, but also sustain local economies, […]
There’s an adage along the line of never interrupt your enemy while he’s in the middle of destroying himself. Sadly, that applies more and more in Mesa County to the Republican Party. The latest destruction comes to us via the county commissioner primary race between JJ Fletcher and Janet Rowland. Frankly speaking, our local Republicans […]
It’s beginning to feel like this headline has become the tagline for the City of Grand Junction and its “we’re better than you and we know it” (apologies to GloboGym) leaders. And if we dive into what they’re doing in going beyond telling and into providing, they sure are “giving” it to us citizens. Especially […]
One of the many advantages of working at one business journal for as long as I have is the opportunity to watch enterprises start and develop into operations that grow. To see that remarkable evolution occur over time. I’ve enjoyed this opportunity on a number of occasions with a number of businesses, most recently in […]
Now before you go all “here goes Craig playing know-it-all again” on me, take a few minutes during your potty break and play “Are you as smart as a publisher?” You might even be surprised to know I’ve shown my knowledge on this question as I’ve written on the topic before. If not, never fear. […]
Imagine the disappointment of only a paltry amount of water trickling from the faucet and shower head, not to mention the multiple flushes required to empty the toilet. The dishwasher and washing machine are programmed by computers to limit the water for each appliance. Everything from refrigerators and freezers to microwave ovens and televisions are […]