Ethics
Rapid Development of COVID-19 Tests and Vaccine
The rapid development of COVD-19 tests and vaccines was a great achievement by worldwide volunteer, free market, self-managed and directed science and business. Two articles in the March 20-21, 2021 Wall Street Journal (WSJ) described how it was done. The article by, Dr. Jennifer Dounda, a biochemist at the University of California-Berkley, and founder of…
Read MoreNueces County Long-term Priorities
In my March article, I discussed near-term priorities for Nueces County. Nueces County’s long-term priorities should be to increase its tax base by recruiting oil & gas-related industrial plants. Several years ago, the Nueces County tax base was about $25 billion-plus, and the San Patricio County tax base was about $3.5 billion. Since then, San…
Read MoreBBB Talking Points – Social Media Scams
Be wary of online messages Do some research Press for details Report suspicious activity to Facebook. Intro: Plenty of people who are connected to the internet are catching up with friends on social media or randomly surfing the web. Unfortunately, so are scammers. Here to offer tips on protecting yourself on social media from your…
Read MoreNUECES COUNTY PASSES 50 MILLION DOLLAR BOND TO HELP FUND BOB HALL PIER
I am pleased to report that Nueces County continues to be full speed ahead on the rebuild of Bob Hall Pier. The Nueces County Commissioners Court remains committed to properly rebuilding Bob Hall Pier. The court recently passed a $50 million dollar certificate of obligation bond (with no raise in the tax rate) to help…
Read MoreCorpus Christi City Priorities
Corpus Christi City Priorities Up until several years ago our mayor, city council and staff neglected the basic city services of street repair and upgrade, sewage collection and treatment, and freshwater treatment and distribution. After the third water boil warning, we replaced the mayor, many council members and city manager. Since the mayor, council and…
Read MoreMarch is American Red Cross Month
March is American Red Cross month, which is a nationwide initiative aimed at raising awareness for the humanitarian programs and services provided by this organization. As such, I would like to highlight the many ways the American Red Cross makes an impact in communities across the world as well as to share ways you can…
Read MoreChoosing the Right Solar Company
The solar industry has grown tremendously in the last 10 years, and Texas ranked second in the nation for solar growth in 2019. Solar energy promises consumers lower bills, tax incentives and an increase in home value, making it a tempting option for homeowners. Spring is the most popular time for solar panel installation, which…
Read MoreTips for a Fraud-Free 2021
BBB Column The new year has started, and 2021 resolutions have been made. While many New Year’s goals focus on improving health and finances, consumers should also consider resolutions they can make to prevent fraud and protect their personal information. In 2020, the top scams in Texas included government impostor scams, tech support scams and…
Read MoreBetter Business Impact Report
BBB Column Online retail has become more important than ever in the face of COVID-19. Online shopping has become a convenient way to shop while staying safe. A recent report from BBB examines the e-commerce industry and how small businesses can become a part of this trillion-dollar industry. The Better Business Impact Report offers advice…
Read More4 Crucial Things to Keep In Mind While Expanding Your Business
Running a business successfully is an amazing experience. There’s nothing quite like putting in the work and seeing your company thrive. However, sometimes there’s a limit to how much a business can do at its starting size. If you’ve hit this limit, you’re probably thinking about expanding. The Padre Island Business Association is always proud…
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