20 recent graduates from the Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (J4NG) program and other CCSD workforce readiness programs have accepted apprenticeships with Tesla’s Manufacturing Development Program (MDP). Students signed a conditional offer in a signing ceremony last Tuesday, organized by Tesla. “I am so happy that I am able to be a part of something special and so excited to see … [Read more...] about 20 Recent CCSD Grads Offered Apprenticeships at Tesla
Moonridge Foundation Hosts 11th Annual Philanthropy Leaders Summit In-Person and Virtually on September 9
The Moonridge Foundation is hosting the 11th annual Philanthropy Leaders Summit for the first time simultaneously in both Las Vegas and in Reno on Friday, September 9. The Nevada-based philanthropy firm, Moonridge Group, is guiding the Summit and shared that this event will ignite the spirit of innovation and strategic impact with charitable donations. The Summit will feature … [Read more...] about Moonridge Foundation Hosts 11th Annual Philanthropy Leaders Summit In-Person and Virtually on September 9
Nevada Health Link Announces Licensed Broker/Agent Award Grantees for Plan Year 2023
CARSON CITY, Nev. – Nevada Health Link announces seven licensed brokers/agents selected for the Plan Year 2023 broker grant program, designed to decrease the uninsured rate in Nevada by working with consumer-facing certified enrollment agents/brokers to more effectively market to the uninsured and underinsured populations. NevadaHealthLink.com is the online health insurance … [Read more...] about Nevada Health Link Announces Licensed Broker/Agent Award Grantees for Plan Year 2023
Edgewood Companies Appoints Robert Winkel as New Chairman of the Board
Former Chairman Steve Johnson will continue to serve as Board Member and Director of Edgewood Companies Edgewood Companies, one of Nevada’s oldest and diversified real estate companies which owns and operates Edgewood Tahoe, announces the appointment of Robert Winkel, board member since 2008, as the new Chairman of the Board. Winkel succeeds Steve Johnson, who will continue … [Read more...] about Edgewood Companies Appoints Robert Winkel as New Chairman of the Board
Plumas Bancorp Honored Among Best-In-Class Banking Institutions
Plumas Bancorp honored among best-in-class banking institutions Bank performance adds to streak of annual recognitions from industry groups RENO, Nev., -- Plumas Bancorp (NASDAQ: PLBC), the holding company of Plumas Bank, announced several recognitions by leading financial investment companies who evaluate the performance of financial institutions nationwide. The honors are … [Read more...] about Plumas Bancorp Honored Among Best-In-Class Banking Institutions
Fennemore Joins Forces With Bay Area Wendel Rosen
OAKLAND, CA – Fennemore continues its strategic Western expansion announcing today that it is combining with Wendel Rosen LLP, one of the oldest and largest full-service business law firms in the San Francisco Bay area. The combined firm will be called Fennemore Wendel in Northern California and Fennemore across the rest of its footprint in Southern California, Arizona, … [Read more...] about Fennemore Joins Forces With Bay Area Wendel Rosen
Nevada’s Exchange Promotes Two Long-Time Employees to Leadership Roles
CARSON CITY, NV – Two long-time employees have been promoted at the state agency, The Silver State Health Insurance Exchange (Exchange), including Janel Davis as new Chief Operations Officer (COO) and Katie Charleson as the new Communications Officer. The announcement comes shortly after Ryan High, former COO, was appointed as the new Executive Director of the Exchange earlier … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Exchange Promotes Two Long-Time Employees to Leadership Roles
Clark County School District Expanding Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program With $100,000 From Google
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Clark County School District (CCSD) is expanding their Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs thanks to a $100,000 donation from Google. “CTE programs are vital to creating economic diversification,” said Kate Franko, Google's Regional Head of Data Center Public Affairs. We’re proud to support educational opportunities for Clark County so all … [Read more...] about Clark County School District Expanding Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program With $100,000 From Google
Celebrate Older Americans Month ‘The Reno Way’ Throughout May
RENO, NV — Throughout the month of May, City of Reno will celebrate Seniors in honor of Older Americans Month with social events, physical activities, arts, entertainment and more. Events are organized by the City of Reno’s Senior Citizen Advisory Committee (SCAC), a committee that serves and advises directly to City Council, advocates for issues facing Seniors, works to … [Read more...] about Celebrate Older Americans Month ‘The Reno Way’ Throughout May
Tonopah High School Students in J4NG Discover Career Paths at Kinross Nevada
Last week, 32 students in the Jobs for Nevada’s Graduates (J4NG) program at Tonopah High School spent the day learning about career opportunities at Kinross Nevada, a global gold mining company with mines and projects in the United States, Brazil, Chile, Ghana, Mauritania and Russia. The Kinross Nevada mine is located in Round Mountain, about 50 miles north of … [Read more...] about Tonopah High School Students in J4NG Discover Career Paths at Kinross Nevada
Thrive Wellness Expands Specialized Mental Health Treatment Centers
Thrive Wellness, a patient-centered-weight neutral healthcare clinic handling patients’ physical, mental, and behavioral health needs, is opening a new full-service primary care clinic in Reno, Nevada for patients of all ages. “We at Thrive are continuously performing community needs assessments to better the health of our community and the people living in it, and … [Read more...] about Thrive Wellness Expands Specialized Mental Health Treatment Centers
Google Announces Plans to Invest Over $30 Million in Nevada This Year
Company Shares US Job Creation and Site Investment Plans for 2022 Henderson, Nev. – Google announced plans to invest over $30 million in Nevada in 2022 at an event held today with Senator Jacky Rosen and Google.org President Jacquelline Fuller at the company’s Henderson data center. Nationally, Google plans to invest approximately $9.5 billion in offices and data centers and … [Read more...] about Google Announces Plans to Invest Over $30 Million in Nevada This Year
Waste Management Providing Free Dump Days at Lockwood Landfill Starting Earth Day
—Free bulky item disposal open to all Washoe County residents as part of WM’S Earth Day initiatives— RENO, Nev. — Waste Management, a leading company in sustainable waste collection and management, is opening up their Lockwood Landfill at 2700 E. Mustang Road for free bulky item disposal from Friday, April 22 - Sunday, May 1, 2022 for residential disposal only. Lockwood … [Read more...] about Waste Management Providing Free Dump Days at Lockwood Landfill Starting Earth Day
Wood Rodgers Celebrates Anniversary With STEAM Donations
Leading engineering firm provides $5,000 gifts to each of five nonprofits RENO, Nevada — Wood Rodgers, whose engineering teams remain at the forefront of the rebirth of Northern Nevada, is celebrating its 25th anniversary with donations to create a strong future for its profession. The company’s STEAM Team (the initials stand for “Science, Technology, Engineering, … [Read more...] about Wood Rodgers Celebrates Anniversary With STEAM Donations
Reno-Tahoe American Marketing Association to Host 10th Annual Marketing Workshop
RENO, Nev. – The Reno-Tahoe American Marketing Association (AMA) is hosting the 10th Annual Marketing Workshop on Tuesday, April 12. Located at The Virgil from 9 a.m. through 3 p.m., attendees will be able to experience an overview of all stages of the Human-Centered Design process in a compressed time frame. Additionally, participants will produce an innovation prototype after … [Read more...] about Reno-Tahoe American Marketing Association to Host 10th Annual Marketing Workshop