Encore Electric has partnered with the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) to expand the regional transit center in Glenwood Springs, Colo. The Glenwood Springs Maintenance Facility (GMF) serves as a crucial transportation hub for nearby mountain towns, including Aspen, Basalt, Eagle County and Carbondale. This $42 million project was initiated to enhance public transportation services,...
Trimble Inc. (Nasdaq: TRMB) has introduced Trimble Materials, a comprehensive software solution for purchasing, inventory and accounts payable. This tool is aimed at helping contractors control material costs with improved budget and inventory tracking. Trimble Materials connects office, field, warehouse teams and suppliers through its applications, facilitating the procurement and management of construction materials. “Managing...
Aclarion Inc. (Nasdaq: ACON, ACONW) has reported that the Keck Medical Center of USC has joined the CLARITY (Chronic Low Back Pain Randomized Independent Trial Study) as a trial site. The USC Spine Center specializes in treating complex spine conditions using advanced technologies. The CLARITY trial is a randomized clinical study aimed at demonstrating the...
The Jefferson County Sustainability Commission reported the winners of the 2025 Sustainability Awards on May 20, at the Board of County Commissioners Hearing. The awards recognize local achievements in environmental stewardship, resource efficiency, economic vitality and innovation. The winners are as follows: Future Leader Award: Claire Naumer – Claire Naumer is a student leader driving...
Solitario Resources Corp. (NYSE American: XPL; TSX: SLR) has reported favorable metallurgical gold recovery test results for its Golden Crest project in South Dakota. Testing on mineralized rock from two key drill holes returned average gold recoveries of 66% and 69%, suggesting the gold is well-suited to standard extraction methods. Solitario is a Wheat Ridge-based...
A new report has ranked Jefferson County’s public companies based on their revenue for fiscal year 2024, offering a snapshot of the area’s diverse and dynamic economy. The ranking includes 17 companies from a variety of industries, reflecting the breadth of business activity across the region. Together, these companies generated $38.66 billion in revenue during...
The Payne Institute for Public Policy at Colorado School of Mines has secured a $750,000 grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation to further its Native American Mining and Energy Sovereignty (NAMES) Initiative. This funding will support the initiative’s core team, promoting sustainability and empowering tribal communities through knowledge and collaboration in energy security and...
Natural Grocers, the family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer, has reported expanded product standards for household cleaning products. The updates are aimed at enhancing ingredient transparency and aligning with the latest research on human and environmental health. Natural Grocers first introduced household cleaning standards in 2016, offering alternatives to conventional products. The new standards take...
The U.S. Small Business Administration has released its annual breakdown of loan recipients for Jefferson County, showing a small rise in federal support for local entrepreneurs. In 2024, 188 small businesses in the county received SBA-backed loans, up from 178 in 2023. Total funding decreased slightly from $141.4 million in 2023 to $136.2 million in...
Quantinuum, a Broomfield quantum computing company, is launching a joint venture with Al Rabban Capital, part of Al Rabban Holding Co. This initiative aims to promote quantum computing adoption in Qatar and the surrounding region. The joint venture, highlighted during a recent state visit to Qatar by U.S. President Donald Trump, aims to establish the...
Trimble Inc. (Nasdaq: TRMB) has released Trimble Forestry One, a new technology platform designed to connect and streamline forestry operations. The platform was unveiled at the Trimble Forestry User Conference and aims to enhance forest management by integrating with Trimble Connected Forest® solutions. By utilizing Trimble’s common data environment, Forestry One simplifies regulatory compliance and...
Terumo BCT has reported that Join Parachute will implement the Rika Plasma Donation System, designed to enhance the plasma donation experience and increase donor comfort. This next-generation plasma collection system aims to improve access to lifesaving therapies by rethinking the donation process. Join Parachute is focused on providing greater access to plasma through a donor-first...