American writer and humorist Mark Twain once complained newspaper reports of his death were exaggerated. At the time, they were. More than a century later, the question isn’t so much whether or not Twain is dead. Spoiler alert: he is. The question these days is whether or not newspapers could die, too. From some vantage […]
While an argument could be made about higher fares, there’s no disputing the convenience of the Grand Junction Regional Airport. Within the Grand Valley, commercial air service is as close as a short drive and equally quick trip through TSA screening. Elsewhere in Western Colorado, the Grand Junction airport still offers a preferable option. Depending […]
This is a column I simply don’t want to write. But since it keeps happening, I have to do it again. It’s hard to believe we’ve had another school massacre in the news — especially one with as many incredible, unbelievable details and characters that have emerged. I won’t give the perpetrator any mention. He […]
A cursory look at the headlines on the Business Times website creates the impression there’s seldom to be read a discouraging word about the local, state and national economies. Increasing real estate activity portends what could be a record year for the Mesa County market. Sales tax collections — a key measure of sales — […]
On Saturday, Feb. 17 for the 89th year, the Grand Junction Lions Club will hold its parade, carnival and raffle to raise money for deserving nonprofits in Mesa County. The theme this year is “Life is good.” When I look back at my 17 years living here in Grand Junction, the majority of those as […]
The latest reading for the Consumer Price Index (CPI) offered more good news about inflation. Specifically, CPI inflation came in at only 0.1 percent for December. That’s a welcome slowdown compared to higher rates in the three of the previous four months. In fact, over the past three months, CPI inflation has settled down some, […]
Is the Grand Valley economy still stuck in the mud of an all-too-slow recovery or are conditions actually improving? It all depends on who you ask — or more precisely, what indicators you consider. According to the latest results of an annual analysis of job and wage growth and high-tech output, Mesa County doesn’t fare […]
Excited about the tax cut? I keep being told I should be. But if I have to be honest, I’d say I really have no idea if the new tax law will lower my tax burden based on how I file. But given the government and its behemoth tax code, my answer can be only […]
What’s your resolution for the new year? Your business resolution, that is? What do you want to accomplish in 2018? Most business owners and managers undoubtedly remain resolved to do better in one fashion or another: to better manage employees and processes, provide better products and services to customers and ultimately make more money. A […]
If you’ve been following along, you know I’ve had quite the ride over my time here at the Business Times, starting with the circumstances surrounding my arrival in Grand Junction. Over that span, I seem to have discovered at least one unique talent: I kinda tick off just about everyone at one time or another. […]