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Outlook for growers remains good following recent freeze

Growers of peaches and other fruit in the region continue to feel they have emerged relatively unharmed from last week’s freezing spell, including in Delta County where temperatures fell into

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Outlook for growers following recent freeze

Growers of peaches and other fruit in the region continue to feel they have emerged relatively unharmed from last week’s freezing spell, including in Delta County where temperatures fell into

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Legacy store closure highlights 2020 in business for Grand Junction


COVID-19 wasn’t the only story for businesses in 2020, but it was most of the story.
In a year marked by closures, changes and a growing tome of health and safety rules, the Grand Valley business community saw a shift to curbside pickups, takeout creativity and a run on plexiglass that likely won’t be repeated again soon.
Perhaps the biggest change to area business came late in the year when Grand Junction’s oldest store finally called it quits.
After 109 years in business, Benge’s Shoe Store in downtown Grand Junction ended its three-generation run as Colorado’s oldest family-owned shoe store.

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