Home Services

Financial Tools from the Ground Up

Spelling out the Alphabet Soup Article by GJ Lifestyle Staff Beginning with cash, what places can it be put to be relied upon later? Checking and Savings Accounts are liquid or readily accessible for immediate spending needs. Some even pay a small interest amount but rarely do these keep pace with inflation. They are best used for living expenses and short-term deferred spending. A “money market” account usually pays a higher interest rate than standard checking/savings but these often...

March 2024

Local Services

Investment - A Community Perspective

Colorado Point of View Article by Tiffinie Storm I’m a Colorado girl through and through. Born and raised in Colorado, I settled on the Western slope 35 years ago. I’ve also lived in northern, southern and front-range Colorado. One thing I have noticed living in different areas of the state: From super small communities to large ones, the more you invest in community, the stronger it becomes. When we think of investment, we usually mean - money; stocks, bonds, mutual funds, real estate, etc...

March 2024

Home + Design

A Beautiful Miracle

Stylish and Value Enhancing Article by Iago B. “Have you looked at that shower surround?!” ”I hate those countertops!” “Our vanity has nothing to be vain about!” Sound like your typical conversation about parts of your house that don't quite feel like home? Robert and his team understand.  Is your kitchen less than beautiful? Does your bathroom feel like you got sucked into the “Barbie” movie? Robert Klein started refinishing kitchen and bath surfaces in Colorado’s high country over 20...

March 2024

Education

Book Club Favorites!

Article and Photography by How to Keep House While Drowning by KC Davis, LPC KC teaches how to separate guilt from completing everyday tasks. She focuses on individuals with ADHD, anxiety, depression, and overwhelm and allows readers to pick and choose the areas they need help with.   Confessions of a Domestic Failure Bunmi Laditan When Ashley gets the opportunity to participate in the Motherhood Better boot camp run by the mummy–blog–empire maven she idolizes, she jumps at the...

February 2024

Home + Design

PaintCare Colorado

Buy Right, Use it Up, Recycle Article by GJ Lifestyle Staff It is that time of year. The light shines brighter and we get the urge to do a spring cleanup. After sprucing up something with a coat of paint, finishing a large painting project, or even finding some old paint cans in the shed, you may be left asking, “What do I do with the rest of this paint?” PaintCare Colorado is here to help. PaintCare is a paint recycling program that was started after legislation was passed to help solve the...

February 2024

Local Services

Nurturing Hope and Support

The Resource Center of Grand Junction Article by Faith Rodriguez Nestled in the heart of Grand Junction, the Resource Center stands as a beacon of hope and assistance for the community it serves. Homeward Bound of the Grand Valley and the City of Grand Junction was established with the vision to provide comprehensive support and resources to individuals and families in need. The Resource Center operates with low barriers to entry and offers a wide array of services aimed at addressing the...

February 2024

Home + Design

High Valley - Home Services

Article by GJ Lifestyle Staff | Photography by High Valley Staff Beginnings “Good fences make for good neighbors.” Or so the “old-timers” say. The thing that started it all for John Stokes was building his own cedar fence around a house he was renovating in 1994. After building that fence he began offering the service to others and expanded into other types of fencing too.    His work became known for quality and he was contracted to install siding and roofing on what he calls mini barns...

February 2024

Home + Design

Responsible Decluttering

Article by Sarah Jensen Spring is the official time to clean out your house! I always find things I no longer need as I deep clean my house. Blankets that aren’t used, clothes that just don’t fit right, and those odds and ends that I’m not sure why I still have them. It’s easiest to load up the car and gift it all to Arc, and if that’s where you’re at, that’s ok! They do wonderful work! The people who work there truly care about our community. However, if you’re looking for the next step and...

February 2024

Shopping

Grand Valley Art Galleries

Article and Photography by Grand Junction and its surrounding areas are home to some incredible artists. From pottery to paper collages and photography to paint splatter art, there is a medium and style for everyone made right here in the valley! We’ve found some incredible galleries that are must-see for any art-lover. You may even find that next must-have piece! The first is the Blue Pig Gallery, located at the center of downtown Palisade. It was founded in 2007 and features more than 65...

January 2024

Entertainment

Local Love

Grand Junction Date Ideas Article and Photography by Do you have a special someone but need some inspiration for where to go for a great evening? We’re here to help! Here are some of the best local date nights.   Hikes Let’s start off the list with Grand Junction’s pastime- hiking! While several favorite trails are still snowed in this time of year, there are dozens more ready to be explored. Rattlesnake Canyon has a few different trails and is perfect for dry winter days. Be sure to...

January 2024