THE BUSINESS T IMES News APRIL 25-MAY 8, 2024
VOLUME 31, ISSUE 8
THE DEFINITIVE SOURCE FOR GRAND JUNCTION BUSINESS NEWS SINCE 1994
In this issue
n Economic update
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A Colorado Mesa University professor offered an update on a variety of local indicators during an economic summit.
n Cyber warfare
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StillTrends going Contributors Bananas n After 20 years, having fun remains serious business at Grand Junction park. See page 2
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A cybersecurity executive reviewed an escalating war that threatens businesses as well as crucial infrastructure.
n Awarding efforts
The Fruita Area Chamber of Commerce bestowed awards to businesses, individuals and volunteers at its annual banquet.
n Taxing matters County sales tax collections, one measure of retail activity, continued to trend upward on a year-over-year basis.
n Labor gains
Chris Burns oversees Bananas, the fun park he opened in Grand Junction in 2004. Burns has continually expanded and upgraded the operation over the years — spending money on new attractions and renovations he says makes money from his entertained customers.
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Following two months of increases, the Mesa County jobless rate has retreated with an uptick in seasonal hiring.
n Past and future
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A conference will provide participants an opportunity to review compliance with labor laws as well as look ahead.
n Departments Almanac Business Briefs Business People Contributors News Opinion Trends
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n Laboring to help
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Heather Nara has worked with businesses in a variety of roles over her career, nurturing relationships and helping firms and their employees succeed. She brings those experiences to her latest role as director of the Mesa County Workforce Center.
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