Jefferson County’s labor market has shifted from a summer lull to a highly competitive environment, with the percentage of major firms looking for talent increasing sixfold since August. According to a six-month analysis of 500 high-visibility companies (the Jeffco 500)—the Jeffco 500 Hiring Index—the regional hiring benchmark climbed from a modest 5% in mid-August 2025…more
The 2025 rankings for Small Business Administration (SBA) lenders by total loan volume to Jefferson County businesses reveal a notable increase in lending activity. A total of 66 lenders participated, with a remarkable focus on the financial services sector, which accounted for nine of the top ten lenders, leaving only one from offices of bank…more
KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd. (KGL), a division of CJK Group, Inc., announced the acquisition of Origin Editorial, a premier provider of peer-review management and editorial services headquartered in Arvada, Colorado. The deal, finalized in early March 2025, significantly bolsters KGL’s capacity to support the global academic publishing community. Origin Editorial has long been recognized for its…more
Small businesses across Jefferson County finished 2025 on a strong financial footing, securing more than $9.2 million in federal backing through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). According to recently released data for the fourth quarter of 2025, 25 local companies received loans aimed at fueling expansion, supporting operations, and preserving dozens of local jobs.…more
The City of Lakewood is moving to refund over $42 million to telecommunications companies after the Colorado Supreme Court ruled its Business & Occupation (B&O) tax expansions unconstitutional. In a presentation to the City Council on January 26, 2026, city officials outlined a “Next Steps” plan to settle the massive debt and adjust the municipal…more
The Allergy Free Baking Company announced in an email to its customers today that it will be closing its doors on January 31, 2026. The decision comes after careful consideration by the owner, Elizabeth Kuetemeyer, who expressed gratitude for the support and loyalty shown by customers over the years. The owner emphasized that the bakery…more
The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and contractor Hamon Infrastructure have finished installing 3.5 miles of new noise walls along Interstate 70 between Pecos Street and I-76, an area crossing Denver and Jefferson counties. This project is part of a two-phase initiative. The first phase replaced one mile of walls between Tennyson Street and Lowell…more
Toeroek Associates Inc., based in Lakewood, has been awarded a contract valued at $9,368,688 by the U.S. Department of War for support of the Naval Treaty Implementation Program (NTIP). This cost-plus-fixed-fee contract was announced for September 30, 2025, and includes all optional line items. The tasks involved in this contract encompass various compliance support functions…more
Jefferson County Schools is moving forward with a plan to resolve a minimum $45 million budget deficit for Fiscal Year 2027, which includes the elimination of approximately 150 to 160 budgeted Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) positions within central departments. The detailed plan, presented to the Board of Education on November 13, 2025, outlines strategic cuts designed…more
Jeffco BdB has updated its list of Jefferson County dentistry offices. The list includes 53 entries for which employee estimates could be developed, highlighting the significant presence of dental services in the area. Denver Restorative Dentistry leads the ranking with 70 estimated employees, followed closely by Implant and Oral Surgery Center with 69 employees, and…more
On Wednesday, November 5, the Golden Chamber of Commerce hosted its 3rd annual business summit, attracting 100 participants from the local business community. This year’s attendance exceeded last year’s 80 attendees and the inaugural year’s 40 attendees in 2023. The summit featured sessions on artificial intelligence, marketing, and finance strategy development. Notable speakers included U.S.…more
Mayor Wendi Strom and the Lakewood City Council have clarified details regarding a partnership with Jeffco Public Schools and The Action Center. The Action Center, a well-established nonprofit, provides critical services such as food, clothing, and financial assistance to 300 households daily. The proposed project aims to transform the former Emory Elementary site into a…more