In the second quarter of 2016, the report showed Washoe County had 1,798 sales of existing single-family homes; with a less than 1 percent decrease from last year and a 35 percent increase from the previous quarter. The report listed the median sales price for an existing single family residence in Washoe County in the 2016 second quarter at $305,000; an increase of 9 percent … [Read more...] about RSAR Releases 2016 Second Quarter/June Existing Home Sales Report
NCJFCJ’s Kelly Ranasinghe to Speak at Annual Soroptimist Retreat
Ranasinghe will speak to the power of community collaboration for combating domestic child sex trafficking (Reno, Nev.) – Kelly Ranasinghe, JD, senior program attorney for the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) will speak on the important issues of domestic child sex trafficking, trauma and victimization at the Soroptimist International … [Read more...] about NCJFCJ’s Kelly Ranasinghe to Speak at Annual Soroptimist Retreat
Wells Avenue Graffiti Removal Selected as RSAR’s Build A Better Block Project Winner
RENO, Nev. – The Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS® (RSAR) has announced that the Nevada Youth Empowerment Project (NYEP) Wells Avenue Graffiti Removal initiative was selected as the 2016 “REALTORS® Build A Better Block” project. As the winning project, NYEP will receive funds for graffiti removal to help create a “better block” for the neighborhood. With the funds, the … [Read more...] about Wells Avenue Graffiti Removal Selected as RSAR’s Build A Better Block Project Winner
REMSA Reminds Parents and Caregivers About the Dangers of Unattended Children in and Around Cars with ‘Not Even for a Minute’ Campaign and Tips
Reno, NV –REMSA, a member of Safe Kids Washoe County, reminds the public about the educational campaign “Not Even For A Minute” (NEFAM). The intent is to inform and remind parents and caregivers about the dangers of leaving children unattended in and around vehicles – especially as northern Nevada’s daily temperatures are well over 95 degrees this week. A key component to … [Read more...] about REMSA Reminds Parents and Caregivers About the Dangers of Unattended Children in and Around Cars with ‘Not Even for a Minute’ Campaign and Tips
Nevada Rural Housing Authority’s Jeni Chavez Appointed by Governor Sandoval to the Nevada Interagency Council on Homelessness
Carson City – Jeni Chavez, director of rental and housing programs for the Nevada Rural Housing Authority (NRHA), has been appointed by Governor Brian Sandoval to Nevada’s Interagency Council on Homelessness (ICH). Chavez was recognized by Governor Sandoval and officially commissioned for the role by Secretary of State Barbara Cegavske because of her commitment to helping … [Read more...] about Nevada Rural Housing Authority’s Jeni Chavez Appointed by Governor Sandoval to the Nevada Interagency Council on Homelessness
REMSA Community Advisor: Camping Safety
Spending the Fourth of July camping around the Great Basin in the great outdoors seems like an ideal holiday weekend. It’s refreshing, relaxing and peaceful. Make sure you keep it safe with these safety precautions from out friends at The Camping Fire. Camping Safety Tips: • Never camp alone. The buddy system is always smart. • Pack a first aid kit. Your kit can prove … [Read more...] about REMSA Community Advisor: Camping Safety
Dermody Properties Breaks Ground on 546,000 SF Industrial Facility in Shepherdsville, Kentucky
Dermody Properties, a national industrial acquisition, development and operating firm headquartered in Reno, Nev., recently broke ground on a 546,000-square-foot industrial facility in Shepherdsville, Ky. Known as LogistiCenter(SM) at 480, the facility is located on Park Loop Road in the Cedar Grove Business Park. LogistiCenter at 480 is well-suited for e-commerce, warehouse … [Read more...] about Dermody Properties Breaks Ground on 546,000 SF Industrial Facility in Shepherdsville, Kentucky
Nevada Improves in 11 of the 16 Indicators of Child Well-Being
Still Ranks 47th in Overall Child Well-Being According to the 2016 KIDS COUNT Data Book (Reno, Nev.)– The Children’s Cabinet and the Annie E. Casey Foundation today, released its annual KIDS COUNT® Data Book in its 27th edition. The Data Book identifies national trends in child well-being over six years (2008-2014), comparing national and state level data related to 16 … [Read more...] about Nevada Improves in 11 of the 16 Indicators of Child Well-Being
Care Flight Opens 24-Hour, 7-Day Air Ambulance Service in Beckwourth
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 21, 2016 CONTACT: Alexia Bratiotis, KPS|3, 775-750-7890, alexia@kps3.com Beckwourth, CA.—Care Flight is expanding its emergency medical helicopter service into Plumas County with the opening of its Beckwourth, California base at the Nervino Airport. A ribbon cutting and community open house to be held on Saturday, June 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. … [Read more...] about Care Flight Opens 24-Hour, 7-Day Air Ambulance Service in Beckwourth
Dermody Properties Breaks Ground on 9th Facility in Southern New Jersey Industrial Park
On June 22, Dermody Properties, a national industrial acquisition, development and operating firm headquartered in Reno, Nev., and Great Point Investors LLC broke ground on a new distribution facility at LogistiCenter(SM) at Logan, a 5.5-million-square-foot, Class A industrial park located in Logan Township. The companies broke ground on a 393,120-square-foot building … [Read more...] about Dermody Properties Breaks Ground on 9th Facility in Southern New Jersey Industrial Park
Three Woodburn & Wedge Attorneys Receive Prestigious Super Lawyers Listing
(Reno, Nev.) – Three outstanding attorneys from Woodburn & Wedge, a Nevada-based independent law firm, have earned honors in the 2016 Thomson Reuters’ Mountain States Super Lawyers list. They are Gregg Barnard in business and corporate law, Shawn Meador in family law and John Murtha in business bankruptcy law. Murtha has been identified as a Super Lawyer every year since … [Read more...] about Three Woodburn & Wedge Attorneys Receive Prestigious Super Lawyers Listing
REMSA Receives American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Recognition Award
Reno - REMSA has been awarded the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Silver Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience heart attacks. REMSA is the first emergency medical services provider in northern Nevada and the only private EMS provider in the state to achieve this award. The Mission: Lifeline Silver … [Read more...] about REMSA Receives American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS Recognition Award
The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) Celebrates Move to East Second Street Building
Reno – It was a brand new view for the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) as they celebrated with community leaders, colleagues and partners at their Open House in June 2016. The NCJFCJ focuses on improving the effectiveness of our nation’s juvenile and family courts. A 2,000-member organization, the NCJFCJ provides continuing education, research, … [Read more...] about The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) Celebrates Move to East Second Street Building
The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) Assists Legal Professionals with Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
New Technical Assistance Guide Intended to Improve Outcomes for Children and Families Facing FASD Reno – The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) has released a new guide to assist judges and the legal community in understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). The Guide helps legal professionals respond to individuals within the court who … [Read more...] about The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ) Assists Legal Professionals with Understanding Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
REMSA Reminds You to Plan for a Safe Hike
Hiking can provide exercise and interest for people of any age. Just getting out and walking around is a wonderful way to see nature. However, since unexpected things can happen, the best way to help guarantee an enjoyable hike is to plan ahead carefully and follow commonsense safety precautions. REMSA would like to remind hikers of the following precautions to keep in … [Read more...] about REMSA Reminds You to Plan for a Safe Hike