Donald Trump appears to have his eyes on the central valley and Running Horse may be the perfect development in need of such a name and reputation. The failed Running Horse development was auctioned off this last week and purchased by La Jolla Loans whom originally financed the project. The City of Fresno will negotiate the purchase of Running Horse and would like to sell it to Donald Trump. Mr. Trump is now in process of organizing his team to build and complete the project. I am excited to hear of the Trump organization showing an interest in the Central Valley and hope to see Mr. Trump show an interest in future developments in Fresno and Madera Counties. To keep up to date on this development and for information on how to purchase a Trump property in Running Horse just visit this blog regularly for the latest news and information.

Not to be outdone by last week’s reunions, the Alegria Class of 1962 is having its 45th Reunion from 5:00 a.m. to 11:59 pm on October 6th. I can’t help but wonder what they will be doing that early in the morning! Hopefully they will have ample time to attend the Alegria Guild’s 56th annual Day in the Country, which will be held from 10 am to 2 pm October 6th. This year’s new location is Borba Family’s Scenic Rancho Vista Del Rio at 6440 Golden State Blvd. in Madera near State Route 99, just off the Avenue 7 exit.

Tickets are only $30 and event proceeds benefit Children’s Hospital. You’ll enjoy a luncheon in a beautiful riverside setting, shopping at unique artisian booths, a silent auction, and live entertainment. The master of ceremonies is Laurie West of Radio Alice 96.7. Come early and beat the crowds and buy wonderful items from local artisians, and bid on silent auction items.

For an event brochure, visit this link. Or call Vicki Sagouspe at 673-3645.

To find out more about the great work that Alegria and Children’s Hospital of Central California visit http://www.alegriaguild.com/ and http://www.childrenscentralcal.org/default.asp?ID=133.

The Alegria Guild was founded in 1949, 58 years ago! Wow!

“Tuesday, September 11, will mark the sixth anniversary of the devastating and senseless terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon,” said Harry Baker, owner of Sierra Telephone. Baker will sponsor what has become an annual Patriot Day celebration tomorrow, September 11, 2007. Madera County residents are invited to join in an expression of remembrance and thanks as we remember those who have paid the ultimate price for the freedom we all enjoy.

Participants in the community event will gather at Sierra Telephone headquarters located at 49150 Crane Valley Road (Road 426) in Oakhurst, California. The Patriot Day celebration will begin at 10 a.m. with the raising of the flag by American Veterans Post No. 1997. Oakhurst Elementary School fifth graders will lead the Pledge of Allegiance followed by the Sweets & Low Trio singing the national anthem. The Yosemite High School Advanced Percussion Ensemble will perform. An invocation will be offered by Pastor David Sebastian.

Colonel Bruce Derry, USMCR retired will speak. Veterans and emergency services personnel will be honored. The program will end with a 21-gun salute by the Madera Veterans of Foreign Wars Color Guard, Post No. 1981 and the sounding of taps. Refreshments will be served at the Sorensen Pavilion in rear parking lot immediately following the ceremony.

“I believe that our family of companies, in all the areas we serve, can — and should — show our continuing support for our country and the freedoms we enjoy,” Baker said. To display their patriotism and support of US troops, Sierra Telephone vehicles will fly the American flag from September 11 until Veterans Day on November 11.

Time to pack up that 14-inch black and white computer monitor that’s been taking up space in the attic. The old server that only had enough juice to run Windows 95 that you stuffed in the closet; dig it out. Those hulking old speakers from your college days; time to junk them. Collect the cell phone that went through the wash and the iPod the kids dropped in the lake. The Oakhurst Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring an E-Waste Recycling Weekend.

Recycle your old, used consumer and business electronic equipment this weekend. From 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, August 25-26, electronic waste will be accepted at the Chamber office located at 49074 Civic Circle in Oakhurst, between the library and the college.

The following types of items will be accepted: computers, laptops, VCR/DVD players, TVs, LCD/plasma screens, fax machines, copier/printers, cell phones, MP3 players, stereo systems, amplifiers, speakers, microwaves, 10-key adding machines/registers. For more information, contact the Oakhurst Area Chamber of Commerce at 559-683-7766.

E-waste is fast becoming a major solid waste problem in the U.S., comprising 5% of total municipal solid waste. The amount of e-waste produced in the U.S. is growing five times faster than all other waste categories. Researchers estimate that 75% of old electronics remain stored in basements, attics, garages, store rooms and warehouses because people don’t know how to correctly dispose of them. Electronic products contain high levels of certain hazardous materials like lead and other toxic substances, making them unsuitable for disposal in municipal land fills.

Do the responsible thing. Gather up your old, damaged, unused electronics and take them to Oakhurst this weekend for recycling.

In his latest book, Forclosures For Dummies, Ralph Roberts shares his experiences with all aspects of forclosures. The book is useful for anyone interested in investing in forclosures and explains the process of finding, and purchasing the properties as well as the dangers and things that one needs to know before buying forclosures.

In Forclosures For Dummies, Mr. Roberts names professionals in each state that specialize in foreclosures. Each state has different laws and procedures so be sure to know what your state laws are. One of the California specialists is Brandon Fairbanks and The Fairbanks Real Estate Group at Montecino & Associates in Coarsegold California serving Madera County.

Whether you are interested in purchasing forclosures or are experiencing a foreclosure yourself, The Fairbanks Real Estate Group can help you. Please feel free to visit our websites or call us anytime.

Montecino & Associates
35285 Hwy 41 Suite C
Coarsegold CA, 93614
(559) 683-7268
www.mymaderacountyrealestate.com
www.myyosemiterealestate.net
www.easternmaderacountynews.com

Recognized by Time Magazine as “the best-selling Realtor in America”, Ralph R. Roberts, teams up with The Fairbanks Real Estate Group.

The Fairbanks Real Estate Group at Montecino & Associates in Coarsegold is proud to announce teaming up with America’s number one selling Realtor, Ralph R. Roberts. Coined as the “Big Nail”, Mr. Roberts is regarded as the preeminent authority on real estate; recognized by TIME Magazine as “the best-selling Realtor in America”, and often characterized as the Michael Jordan or the Babe Ruth of the real estate industry. Ralph has dominated the residential real estate market in North America for more than a decade, remaining #1 for 10 of the last 12 years. Ralph specializes in helping first-time buyers and those with bad credit to purchase homes in the affordable range. A popular author, lecturer and motivational speaker, his first book, Walk Like a Giant, Sell Like a Madman, was released in 1997, and followed by three other books: Real Wealth by Investing in Real Estate, 52 Weeks of Sales Success, Sell it Yourself, and his latest, Flipping Houses For Dummies.
Mr. Roberts has now taken on the task of fighting fraud within the industry, hoping to crack down on criminal behavior and elevate standard practices.
Occasionally, Mr. Roberts selects up and coming Realtors to coach and mentor and assists them to reach new levels of success. Brandon Fairbanks, Broker and Owner of Montecino & Associates, has been recognized by Mr. Roberts as a Broker with incredible potential and the right attitude to be a student for his coaching program.
Mr. Roberts is excited to be coaching Brandon Fairbanks and the Fairbanks Real Estate Group. After careful evaluation, Roberts will expand their technology systems and marketing programs to help grow The Fairbanks Real Estate Group to be the company of choice in the mountain area.
Roberts will train and educate The Fairbanks Real Estate Group to specialize in assisting people facing foreclosure to avoid losing their homes and destroying their credit.
In addition, Mr. Roberts will assist in building the systems which will allow the Fairbanks Real Estate Group to provide even more superior client support and service.
Brandon Fairbanks will receive expert training and coaching in sales and education that he will be able to pass on to his staff and sales executives.
Mr. Fairbanks has grown Montecino & Associates to be the fifth ranked real estate company in 2006 in the Mountain area in only one year of ownership and is excited to have Ralph Roberts on his team to coach him towards number one.

Patricia Fairbanks Earns GRI Designation
Patricia A. Fairbanks of Montecino & Associates, The Fairbanks Real Estate Group, joins the ranks of REALTORS® who have earned the California Association of REALTORS® Graduate, REALTOR® Institute GRI real estate designation.
The GRI is considered by many real estate industry professionals to be the most advanced and comprehensive training program available to real estate agents in North America.
Montecino & Associates is built on the accomplishments of top people like Patricia, who are committed to achieving outstanding levels of customer support and service.
Committed to customer satisfaction, Patricia provides high-quality personalized service in today’s challenging and ever changing market.
Patricia can be reached at Montecino & Associates by telephone at (559) 683-7268 or by email at pfairbanks@sti.net. For more information visit Montecino & Associates on the Web at mymaderacountyrealestste.com.