December 2011

ALICE BUSINESS TODAY

Adventure Moonwalk owner Roel Garcia Jr. had the pleasure of driving Santa Claus and many children with a train ride around the Jim Wells County Courthouse.

Many residents joined in for Movie Night at the Park as part of the 12 Days of Christmas.

More than 35 pet owners brought their furry loved ones to Pet Pictures with Santa Claus.

Juan A. Navejar Jr.

The oil field is looking very promising and very positive for Alice is what Texas A&M Dean of Petroleum Engineering Dr. Stephen A. Holditch said during the Old Fashion Barbecue sponsored by the Alice Chamber of Commerce.
“The Eagle Ford Shale is for real. We should see some heavy drilling for five to 10 years and pumps even longer some 30 to 40 years,” Dr. Holditch said.
This was a positive message for those who work, support or prosper from the oil and gas industry in the Alice community.
 

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Juan A. Navejar Jr.

The Holiday Season has arrived. With the weather turning a bit chilly, the mood has been set for a joyful Christmas.
The season kicked off officially with the 30th Annual Christmas Parade which marked the first day of our 12 Days of Christmas celebration.
 

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Servando Garza Jr.

It’s December and my term as Board President comes to a close at the end of the month. It has been a great pleasure to have served as the board president.
Our goals for the Chamber were met. We had more than 30 grand openings in 2011 not including two more scheduled in December. Financially, the Chamber has come a long way. We have operated in the black while not touching 2011 investments.
 

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Juan A. Navejar Jr.

Shopping during the holiday season can be fun and yet stressful without adding to it. We often do not think twice about our security when pushing a shopping cart. This past weekend I went to a couple of stores and took notice as to how people protect their belongings while shopping.
It did not take long when I noticed a purse unattended in a cart while the shopper was looking at some items. Other items that were simply placed in the cart were cell phones and wallets.
 

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U.S. Money Reserve to reform sales practices in compliance with Texas Attorney General

Following an investigation conducted by the Texas Attorney General’s Office, Austin-based U.S. Money Reserve Inc., doing business as United States Rare Coin & Bullion Reserve, must provide $5 million in restitution to consumers. The settlement was finalized through an assurance of voluntary compliance signed by the company and the state of Texas last week. Additionally, the company must reform its sales practices to include additional disclosures regarding the coins sold to consumers.
 

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Paul Rycroft

“Rates can’t go lower.” Or so advertisements from mortgage companies have been claiming for years. But it’s possible that now, it’s more true than ever. According to research done by Freddie Mac, the average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. dropped below 4 percent for the first time ever in 2011. Rates on shorter-term, 15-year mortgages are even lower.

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Larry Ellis

Ask the right questions — and boost your chances of hiring the right person

Once you've narrowed your stack of resumes down to 10 or so top candidates, it's time to start setting up interviews. If you dread this portion of the process, you're not alone. Fortunately, there are some ways to put both yourself and the candidates at ease — and make sure you get all the information you need to make a smart decision. Start by preparing a list of basic interview questions in advance. While you won't read off this list like a robot, having it in front of you will ensure you cover all the bases and also make sure you ask all the candidates the same questions.
 

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Connie Laughlin

First learn how to keep predators away

Buzzards are scavengers that will devour what’s left of an ailing business or attack the vulnerable. Whenever you see buzzards circling you instinctually look downward searching for their prized meal. Roadkill is a treat for not only for The Clampett’s and buzzards, but for all that profit on others misfortunes. That’s what you call “the last straw”. You might be done if buzzards are circling, so you needn’t read any further.

 

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Almouie Pediatrics held a grand opening and open house on Thursday, December 8th. They are located at 603 E. First Street.

Nena Pitts

It’s Christmas time and the weather sure makes it feel like the holidays are right around the corner, not to mention a new year. With that my term as Ambassador president comes to an end this month.

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Jazzy Boutique held a grand opening on Friday, December 2nd. The new business is located at 714 E. Main.

The weather sure has turned colder and the end of the year is now less than 30 and counting.
Winter Texans have begun to arrive and we welcome them back to South Texas. In January, the CVB will head south to McAllen for the International Travel Show that attracts many Winter Texans. We will also attend the Texas Coastal Bend Regional Tourism Council (TCBRTC) Travel Show in Aransas Pass.
 

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Juan A. Navejar Jr.

Kirk Kinnett is one of eight in the 2012 Leadership Jim Wells County Class. Kinnett admitted his fear of heights prior to the first Session. He has overcome his fears having jumped not once but twice on a zip line during the ROPES Challenge Course in November.
“That was a hoot,” Kinnett said after his first jump from about 25 feet above the ground. “I can’t believe I did it. I have overcome my fear of heights.”
 

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Infamous Training held a grand opening and open house on Saturday, December 3rd. The new workout business is located on North Johnson Street.