The Colorado General Assembly has passed Senate Bill 135 referring a major school funding initiative for voter approval this November. If approved by voters later this year, it would allow increased investment into K–12 education using existing revenues without raising taxes.
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers recently hosted a week-long leadership program for its Spanish-speaking members across North America. The initiative focuses on building leadership skills while connecting union activists through shared experiences.
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Legislative Wrap Up Breakfast on May 19. Local legislators and experts will discuss how recent state policies affect Mesa County businesses. Registration is required due to limited space.
Xcel Energy reports progress restoring power after heavy snowfall in Colorado left thousands without electricity. Over 81,000 customers have had service restored since midnight; full restoration is expected by Thursday.
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce calls on local businesses and residents to support this year’s NJCAA Division I Baseball World Series (JUCO). The event brings national attention and boosts Mesa County’s economy through increased tourism.
A Fruita Middle School student has won first place at this year’s Regional Civics Bee hosted by Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce. The event showcased young leaders’ civic knowledge as they tackled local issues through essays and live competition rounds.
Colorado Mesa University’s Civic Forum will feature John Harpole discussing the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz and its impact on world energy prices. The free public event takes place May 7 at CMU.
City Council has approved a new charge on natural gas bills effective July 1, aimed at funding required safety upgrades. Residential customers will see monthly increases of $8.54 while commercial users face higher charges as well.
A local energy provider has launched a search for up to 300 megawatts of new clean energy projects. The initiative aims at boosting reliability while supporting sustainability goals as community demand grows.
The Grand Junction Area Chamber of Commerce is expanding its support for apprenticeship programs throughout Mesa County and the Western Slope. Officials say these initiatives help local businesses develop skilled workers while adapting to changing industry needs.