COVID-19 NUMBERS FOR NEW MEXICO
ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 02, 2020

Lori Martinez

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There are 226 new cases of Covid-19 in New Mexico on Sunday, August 2, 2020. There are also three new deaths (Male, 40's, Chaves County; Female, 70's, McKinley County; Male, 40's, Rio Arriba County).

The total number of deaths due to Covid-19 is 654.

Bernalillo continues to have the highest number of cases, at 61; followed by 35 cases in Dona Ana; followed by 22 cases in Curry County.

Please think of others, not just of yourself. Wear your mask.

Do not gather in large groups.

Wash your hands often. Stay home as much as possible.

COVID-19 NUMBERS IN NEW MEXICO
Friday, July 24, 2020

317 new cases

5 Additional Covid-19 Deaths; Total number of Deaths to date, 601

Bernalillo's numbers continue to rise, with 96 cases on Friday alone, followed by
42 new cases in Dona Ana County and 24 new cases in McKinley County.

We have a total of 18,475 Cases of Covid-19 in the State. These numbers are not good!

Please continue to wear your masks. Do it for you, but also consider that
you are doing it for the welfare of others, too.

 

262 Additional Cases of Covid-19
on Sun, July 12, 2020

2 New Deaths bring total to 545

Bernalillo has the highest number @ 111

Followed by 32 cases in Dona Ana

And 24 cases in San Juan County.


Please wear your masks, take care of you and those around you!

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NM Governor Michelle Lujan-Grisham
Amends Public Health Order Regarding Covid-19

By Lori Martinez

As Covid-19 cases continue to rise throughout the state, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan-Grisham has amended a public health order regarding Covid-19. Indoor seating at restaurants and Brew Pubs will once again be restricted, effective Monday, July 13, 2020.

Patio and outdoor seating continues to be permitted, but only at 50% occupancy. Restaurants can also continue with carryout, curbside, delivery services. Breweries can continue offering curb-side pickup services.

The other amendment to the public health order is that State Parks will be closed to all out of state residents. Visitors will have to show proof of residency (State ID).  Camping at State Parks is remains prohibited. Parks are for day use only.

Schools opening in the fall continues to be a large issue of discussion and will be determined in the future based on how New Mexico is doing with the Covid-19 crisis.

by Lori Martinez

Number Of Covid-19 Cases Continues to Climb

Be Safe! Wear your masks! Practice Social Distancing!

As of July 8, 2020 there were 290 additional cases which brings the total to 14,017

There were 8 deaths, bringing the total to 527

Bernalillo had almost 100 cases

Dona Ana had 53

Followed by 23 cases in McKinley

Be Safe! Wear your masks! Practice Social Distancing!

Make that difference...

Tips for the perfect summer camping trip

(BPT) - Summer is officially here.

After spending the past few months cooped up, the urge to get out and explore the great outdoors - safely - is stronger than ever. But, the pandemic has left many wary of travel by air, rail, bus and other means of mass transportation. Instead, travelers are packing up their families and taking to the road.

According to AAA, car trips will account for 97% of the favored mode of transportation this summer.

For those needing a vacation that is relaxing, rejuvenating and, most of all, reachable on four wheels, a summer camping trip just might be the best option. Follow these tips to get the most out of your camping trip.

Selecting your campsite

From roughing it in the backwoods to glamping in a fully-furnished yurt, there are many campsite options to choose from when planning. First, you'll want to decide what type of experience you are hoping to enjoy.

Are you pulling a camper trailer or a tent?

Do you want to drive up, stake out your tent and be relaxing next to the campfire within an hour?

Do you want to grab your pack and hike out to the backcountry where there are no maintained roads or trails?

Once you've decided, do your research to find the campsite that meets your needs by visiting websites for campgrounds nearby or your state's Department of Natural Resources.

Prepping your vehicle

Before you hit the road, you'll want to take care of some basic vehicle maintenance to help avoid running into issues during your trip.

One thing many of us tend to overlook before a trip are tires. It's important to take the time to inspect your tires to ensure you and your passengers are riding down the road safely. This starts with checking the air pressure to ensure each tire is at the factory recommended inflation. Then it's on to the tire tread. You can use the penny test to make sure you have a safe amount of tread remaining. Anything below 2/32 of an inch is considered worn and should be replaced.

If you're planning to take more camping trips this summer, you'll want to consider upgrading your vehicle with proper tires that will perform on any terrain like the BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2. The KO2 offers aggressive all-terrain traction to confidently get you where you want to go whether you're driving on dry or wet pavement, snow, mud or rocks. The KO2 is perfect for year-round use in any weather condition. In fact, it is Three Peak Mountain Snowflake Rated, which means it exceeds the Rubber Manufacturer Association Severe Snow Traction requirements.

Next, pop the hood and check your oil. Is your car or truck due for an oil change? Will your road trip to the campground put you over the recommended miles between oil changes? If you answered yes to either of these questions, be sure to get your oil changed prior to your vacation.

While you're at it, you should also check your air filter and battery. Make sure both are clean, free of dirt and operating as intended. If not, these items should be cleaned or replaced.

Packing your gear

Now that you know where you're going and how you're going to get there, it's time to pack your gear for the perfect outdoor getaway. A few essential items you'll need, in addition to your preferred shelter, are cooking utensils, footwear, insect repellent and a first aid kit.

Just because you're camping doesn't mean you won't eat well. With the proper meal prep and kitchen tools, you will be enjoying your favorite camp meals in the great outdoors. A must-have at any camp is a cast iron pan for cooking everything from eggs and bacon to steak and potatoes. You'll also want to invest in quality reusable eating utensils - fork, knife, spoon, cup - to ensure you can enjoy the fruits of your cooking labor while reducing waste.

If you plan to take a leisurely or demanding hike, you'll want to make sure you have adequate footwear that provides the comfort and support you need to traverse rugged terrain. You'll be spending a lot of time on your feet, so it's important to invest in quality shoes or you'll be stuck at the campsite nursing blisters and unnecessary aches and pains.

A little fresh air and vitamin D may be just what the doctor ordered for those needing a reprieve from the stress of the past few months. And, following these simple tips will put you on the path toward the perfect summer camping trip.

Pandemic spurs innovation for small- to mid-sized businesses

(BPT) - As COVID-19 continues to disrupt normal day-to-day operations of small- to mid-sized businesses and nearly half of the U.S. workforce hangs in the balance, employers are taking creative measures to reset their go-to-market strategies and offerings. By changing their operations to meet the demands of their customers, businesses can not only stay relevant but keep their staff employed and thrive in the new economy.

This pandemic offers business owners, investors and solopreneurs the opportunity to take a critical look at their overall business model, offerings and operations and reset the entire business structure, creating new opportunities to serve and prevail. This is the perfect time to explore new legal solutions to the most common business obstacles to help companies preserve and protect their brands and prosper for generations to come. There are great examples of resets happening within many industries.

With the pandemic closing summer camps throughout the country, ACA-accredited Adventure Links, a 23-year-old summer camp in Virginia, has found a way to replace its usual summer adventure camp programs with The CampCloud(TM), an experiential online alternative. The company is now offering its virtual camping programs to individuals and employers to assist employees working from home by keeping their kids engaged, learning and delighted all day from virtually anywhere. The program is being offered to other camps as a customizable, online option for their campers.

Ensuring the health and safety of employers when stay-at-home orders are lifted, and business resumes, is critical. Thanks to a team of entrepreneurs, Disinfect & Shield(TM), an FDA-registered, EPA-approved and eco-friendly disinfectant used in surgical suites for the last decade, is now available to businesses worldwide to kill SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 and other dangerous organisms. It works by creating a permanent anti-microbial shield, preventing the virus from attaching to surfaces where it has been applied without risk to humans, animals or crops. With Disinfect & Shield(TM), employees, customers and visitors can feel safe knowing that their space has been properly disinfected and treated for optimum health and safety.

Clint Coons, founder of Anderson Business Advisors, offers 5 financing and entity creation tips to help entrepreneurs and small business owners:

* Know how to use loans: CARES Act loans have specific guidelines like having to use at least 60% of the loan within 24 weeks of receipt for payroll expenses. Concerned that money would dry up, many small business owners applied with no way of utilizing them because their business cannot reopen under the strict guidelines imposed on the industry.

* Alternate cash sources: Borrow from a 401(k) or IRA to keep businesses afloat, as it does not need to be paid back for at least 3-6 years. However, pulling money out of a retirement plan comes with some risk, such as if the business does not see profitability, then retirement funds were wasted on a failed business venture.

* Beware of increasing liabilities: Because insurance will not cover claims brought under COVID, reopening comes with risk and business owners are wondering how they will operate under strict COVID-19 related guidelines and still make a profit. Now is the time to pivot and reset.

* Consider restructuring: Set up your business in the right entity and state. Mistakes in formation or taxation can have a lasting negative impact on business growth and viability. Before starting a new business, consider the best structure for asset protection and tax minimization. For example, a limited liability company (LLC) gives business owners time to operate at a loss for the first few months and write off the loss on their individual 1040 forms against other forms of income. There are different entity funding options with protection ramifications.

* Utilize Privacy Shield Protection by creating anonymity with trusts.

COVID-19 has shown that many businesses aren't prepared for worst-case scenarios and make common mistakes that can affect their ability to grow and borrow money. If approached strategically, small- to medium-sized businesses can take this time to implement changes and help their operations succeed and thrive.