Business

LACDC Board Endorses UNM-LA Mil Levy Tax Increase

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LACDC News:

The Los Alamos Commerce & Development Corporation (LACDC) Board of Directors today announced its support of the proposed mil levy increase designed to fund programs at The University of New Mexico-Los Alamos.

The 2-mil operational increase, scheduled for vote by Sept. 17, will boost UNM-LA’s ability to produce science, technology, engineering, and math students that are vital to our unique local economy. LACDC recognizes UNM-LA’s impact on the community at large that is showcased by a wide range of benefits including its partnership with Los Alamos High School to Read More

Money IQ: Storage in the Cloud

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Money IQ

Storage in the Cloud
By Devaun Crane

Have you ever wondered what the “cloud” was or where it lived? Everyone is talking about saving their files in the “cloud.”

The cloud is a reference to storing a person’s files (e.g. documents, pictures, movies, music, etc.) in a remote location. A remote location is typically many servers set up by a company with the intent to have large amounts of storage available to customers. (More about Cloud Storage can be found on https:////en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cloud_storage) This storage is useful because of the convenience, cost and comfort it provides. Read More

White Rock’s Artist Market: Call for Exhibitors

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LACDC News:

The Los Alamos Commerce and Development Corporation is seeking Artists or Artisans to participate in its outdoor Art Market, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 31 at the White Rock Visitors Center.

The fee is $15 to participate and exhibitors must provide their own tables, chairs and tents.

Direct questions to Melanie Peña at 505-661-4807 or melanie@losalamos.org. Register online here. Read More

De Colores Restaurant to Close Next Week as Owner Retires

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De Colores owner Joan Duran, foreground, with longtime manager Sue Dummer say they will treasure the memories of 35.5 years working together at the restaurant. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

 

By CAROL A. CLARK
Los Alamos Daily Post
 
The longest running restaurant in Los Alamos, De Colores, is closing its doors.
 
Owner Joan Duran contacted the Los Alamos Daily Post late Monday to announce her retirement and the closing of her restaurant set for Wednesday, Aug. 28. Her lease at 2470 East Road was up in May and Duran said she was thinking about retiring then but the landlord
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Google eCity Awards Recognizes Albuquerque as State’s Strongest Online Business Community

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Staff Report

Google has announced the 2013 eCities of America. The Google eCity Awards recognize the digital capitals of each state. These cities’ businesses are using the web to find new customers, connect with existing customers and fuel their local economies. Across the country, businesses that are online expect to grow 40 percent faster.

Albuquerque topped the list for New Mexico. Albuquerque’s businesses have one of the strongest online communities in New Mexico. The state’s largest city entertains hot air balloon enthusiasts, warm-weather lovers and dessert seekers.

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Yang: Another Summer Fantasy: A Pager-cide

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Another Summer Fantasy: A Pager-cide
By ELENA YANG

There are obvious ways to murder a pager. A big hammer, for instance, is immensely satisfying. Running over it with a car a couple of times, forward and backward, or backward then forward, is less satisfying. I want to hear that crunchy sound up close. 

(During recuperation from knee surgery in June, I tried to lighten my foggy mind and wrote this piece. I can walk and bike fine now, but in reviewing this writing, I think some readers of this paper may appreciate my frustration. So, I decided to haul it out to share with you today.) 

I don’t Read More

How to Get a Deal with Foreclosed Properties

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Realtor Cindy Hollabaugh

How to Get a Good Real Estate Deal with Foreclosed Properties
By Mandy Marksteiner

Everyone likes to get a great deal.

Homebuyers in Los Alamos are no exception. Many people begin their online search by browsing for “cheap houses,” “real estate deals,” and especially “foreclosures”.

It makes sense to start your search this way. When purchasing a foreclosure, the owner is no longer involved and the buyer and the realtor only have to deal with the bank.

“You can get a better deal on a foreclosed house because the bank is not emotionally involved. A bank is more likely to accept Read More

Zia Credit Union Hosts ‘Chip in 4 Kids’ Golf Tournament Aug. 23

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Zia Credit Union employee and Golf Tournament Coordinator Jennifer Aylmer with Zia Credit Union’s Chairman Ben Garcia. Courtesy photo

ZCU News:

The community is invited to participate in the 13th annual Zia Credit Union “Chip in 4 Kids” Golf Tournament at 9 a.m., Aug. 23 at the Los Alamos Golf Course. 

All golfers, singles or teams, are invited to participate. The Golf Tournament proceeds benefit the UNM Children’s Hospital and the Zia Credit Union Education Foundation, both of which improve the lives of young New Mexicans. 

Last year, the “Chip in 4 Kids” event raised $24,000 Read More

Hive Networking Lunch at WR Visitors Center Today

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HIVE News:

The Hive will hold its brown-bag networking starting at about 11:30 (late is never a problem) today at the White Rock Visitors Center.

The group will continue the discussion of possible business ideas as well as networking.

As always, The Hive welcomes presentations on projects from anyone. Stop by and update the group or call Dave Jones at 606-660-6992 to schedule a presentation. Read More

Perch Paperie Going Out of Business Sale

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Staff Report

The Perch Paperie is closing its doors Aug. 31 at 13 Sherwood Blvd., in White Rock.

“Thank you to everyone who has supported the store … I will still offer custom classes and scrapbooking events from time to time. It was fun while it lasted but it is time to move on,” owner Gloria Brehm said. 

Brehm is holding a “Going out of business” sale noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. All crafting books are $1, magazines are .50 and buy two wooden and acrylic stamps and get one free, plus – Read More