The Enstrom's Almond Toffee has been operated by three generations of the family. Their almond toffee is the biggest seller, with customers in every state and around the world.
Shown are some promotional items, with their logo.

Beyond 2000
 

The 2,000 Millennium saw an array of fine new public buildings in Grand Junction, with more being planned. The rapidly growing city needed these amenities. The number of inhabitants was 41,986 in 2000. This was a 44.6% increase over 1990. Grand Junction, its suburbs and nearby communities added up to a population of over 100,000. The Census Bureau classifies this as a Metropolitan Area.
 
  PEOPLE

Herbert Bacon and the Bacon Family Foundation are benefactors of many worthy community causes. Banker E. L. Bacon and his family moved to Grand Junction in 1948. Sons Herbert and the late LeRoy were chairmen of two banks, and major figures in furthering the development of a vibrant city and region.
(David Canaday Photo, all rights reserved)

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  COMMUNITY

Mesa County courts built a new Justice Center which was inaugurated in 2001. It is at West Main and Spruce Streets, and is connected to the City/County Jail and Sheriff�s Department by a secure tunnel. Transportation of detainees to court hearings by armed vans had been complicated. Detention and courts now are conveniently close.
(John Hedrick Photo)

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  BUSINESS

The national economy surged ahead in the 1990s, and Colorado was among the leading states in growth. A survey in 2,000 saw that of the twenty American cities with the strongest economies, Colorado had six. Grand Junction was #12 nationwide of these stellar performers. The city developed a wide economic base, and the oil shale collapse of 1982 was far behind.
(The Daily Sentinel)

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  EDUCATION

Mesa State College now has more than 5,000 students. A wide range of majors are available, and several master degree programs are offered. Shown is a student at a computer terminal in Tomlinson Library. The cultural life of the city is enhanced by art shows and performing arts performances. A wide variety of sports are another contribution to community life.
(John Hedrick Photo)

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  AGRICULTURE

Gardeners benefit from the Master Gardener program of the Colorado State University Cooperative Extension on Orchard Mesa. This center, and two others in the valley, are of great value to area agriculture. Master Gardeners learn improved ways to cultivate their yards and trees, fruit and vegetables for maximum yield and quality. They also mentor new apprentices.
(Colorado State University Extension Service)

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 TRANSPORTATION

Public transportation had lapsed in Grand Junction. A new bus system, which also reaches to nearby communities, was inaugurated in February, 2000. The routes are designed to provide access to shopping, medical care, recreation and to intercity transportation. Suburban areas also are serviced in this comprehensive system, with plans for future expansion.
(Debbie Hartlerode Photo)

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 CULTURE

The Museum of Western Colorado, founded in 1965, opened a new History Museum and main office in May, 2000. The building is the former headquarters of the C.D. Smith Company. A solidly built brick structure dating from 1936, it was remodeled with exhibit galleries and the Loyd Files Research Library. The Sterling T. Smith Tower offers vistas over the city and valley. The Museum also includes Cross Orchards Historic Farm, Dinosaur Journey (Fruita) and the Whitman Education Center.

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  RECREATION

Canyon View Park is a 110 acre recreation park at the corner of 24 and G Roads. Sports fields accommodate basketball, softball, soccer, volley ball, disc golf, skating, and also picnicking and playgrounds. The city parks department maintains 35 parks, and several trails including the river front; 381.5 acres are available for five new city parks. 
(Debbie Hartlerode Photo)

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