Chris Clark

LAAOR President Cindy Hollabaugh Joins Thousands Of Realtors® In DC To Advance Key Housing Issues

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LAAOR President Cindy Hollabaugh
 
LAAOR News:
 
Fighting for all current and prospective American home and property owners, more than 8,500 Realtors® stormed Washington, D.C., May 11-16, to urge action on various real estate issues during the 2015 REALTOR® Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo.
 
President Cindy Hollabaugh of the Los Alamos Association of Realtors® (LAAOR) joined fellow Realtors® from every corner of the country to attend the meetings and visit lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
Realtor® attendees, members of the National Association
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DOH And HSD Highlight Efforts To Improve Behavioral Health & Reduce Stigma Around Mental Illnesses

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DOH News:

SANTA FE ― In continuing to recognize May as Mental Health Awareness Month, the New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) and the New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) are highlighting efforts to improve mental health across the state by spreading awareness and integrating health services.

The DOH Office of School and Adolescent Health provides training and funding for 53 school-based health clinics that provide both primary and behavioral health services for students. The DOH Epidemiology and Response Division looks for indicators of mental health among

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ACI Announces Jason Espinoza As New President

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Jason Espinoza
 
ACI News:
 
ALBUQUERQUE ― The New Mexico Association of Commerce and Industry (ACI) has announced the appointment of Jason Espinoza as its new president. 
 
As ACI’s former vice president for government affairs, Espinoza has served as the organization’s chief lobbyist for the past year, and brings extensive policy and lobbying experience in New Mexico to his new role as president of ACI.
 
ACI Board Chair Dan Girand applauded the decision. “ACI’s Executive Committee has the utmost confidence in Jason’s ability to lead New Mexico’s
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Energy Secretary Moniz Launches Key Initiatives

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DOE News:
 
MERIDA, MEXICO ― U.S. Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz launched several new initiatives with other global energy leaders at the Energy and Climate Partnership of the Americas (ECPA) and the sixth Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM6) this week in Merida, Mexico.
 
These initiatives will further strengthen momentum in the Western Hemisphere and around the globe to combat climate change and accelerate clean energy technology and policies ahead of the December 2015 climate talks in Paris. At both ECPA and CEM6, energy ministers discussed technology solutions
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Checkpoints/Saturation Patrols Across NM In June

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DPS News:
 
SANTA FE — State Police will be conducting Sobriety Checkpoints, Saturation Patrols, and Registration, Insurance and Drivers’ License Checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during June.
 
These efforts continue to show a significant reduction in alcohol related fatalities. This is attributed to the continued media attention and intensive advertising. These checkpoints are helping to change society’s attitude about drinking and driving. People are choosing to not drink and drive. This is the biggest step in keeping impaired drivers from crashing into friends
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Pet Of The Week: Panda The Puppy

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Panda the puppy. Courtesy photo
 
LAFS News:
 
Panda is a spayed female puppy, one of nine born to a shelter dog.
 
Her litter mates have found homes, and sweet little Panda is awaiting her forever family. She has been very well socialized in her foster home. Panda has had the first two of the series of three puppy shots.
 
To meet Panda in her foster home, call her sponsor at 505.660.1648.
 
The Los Alamos Animal Shelter, 226 East Road, 505.662.8179, has a great selection of adoptable pets; see the Petfinder website for photos here. All adoptable pets are micro-chipped,
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Public Lecture On Taos 400 Year Anniversary June 6

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TAOS: A Topical History

 

TCHS News:
 
The Taos County Historical Society will present a free, public lecture, “Taos Cuarto Centenario/Taos 400 Year Anniversary” by F.R. Bob Romero at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6, in the Kit Carson Electric Coop Boardroom, 118 Cruz Alta Road.
 
The program is part of the community’s 2015 Milestones of Taos, celebrating the centuries of Taos history, culture and art.
 
This talk will focus on the Cuarto Centenario de Taos or the 400 year celebration when Taos became Taos and the name Taos as we know
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YMCA/Wise Fool NM Circus Camp Starts June 15

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YMCA News:
 
The Family YMCA & Wise Fool New Mexico offer circus camp (hurry, space is limited) June 15-19 for ages 7-18.
 
In this one-week workshop, youth will learn skills such as tumbling, partner acrobatics, clowning, juggling and stilt walking in a supportive, inclusive environment.
 
The process of learning circus skills is fun, and helps youth develop self-confidence, learn and practice teamwork, develop trust in themselves and others, and explore their unique self-expression. Non-competitive physical activity is provided to help youth develop balance,
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Ribbon Cut Today On Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op

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The ribbon is cut at noon today at Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op at 163 Central Park Square in downtown Los Alamos and the doors are open! Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Los Alamos Beer Co-op Board President Micheline Devaur gives thanks to all who were involved in making the Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op a reality. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Bathtub Row Brewing General Manager Jason Fitzpatrick thanks the community for their support and speaks about the variety of beers they presently have to offer. Photo by Chris Clark/ladailypost.com
 
Board Vice President
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Realtors® Rate Most Cost Effective Home Improvement Projects

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Cindy Hollabaugh
 
REAL ESTATE News:
 
Realtors® from across the country have rated several home improvement projects that will not only add value to your home but will also recoup most of their costs upon resale.
 
The 2015 Cost vs. Value Report helps owners decide if a project is worth the time and financial investments.
 
“Deciding to take on a home improvement project can be overwhelming for many homeowners, and especially if they are trying to choose a project that will give them the biggest bang for their buck,” said Los Alamos Association
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