On Friday, June 30 during a Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents Special Meeting, the Board announced their final vote to award up to 12% Cost-of-Living Allocation (COLA) increases to all NSHE institutions. The NSHE Board of Regents acknowledges the importance of attracting and retaining talented individuals who play a vital role in shaping the future of higher … [Read more...] about NSHE Board of Regents Approves up to 12% Cost-of-Living Allocation (COLA) Increase for Employees
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Vice President of Nevada State University Recognized as a Señora of Excellence by the Sandy Peltyn Foundation
Dr. Edith Fernandez, Vice President of Culture, Planning & Policy at Nevada State College (Nevada State), has been recognized by the Sandy Peltyn Foundation as a “Señora of Excellence” for her work in supporting the academic advancement of Latino youth. Dr. Edith Fernandez was honored during the 2023 Awards Gala on Saturday, June 17 at the Westgate Resort and Casino in Las … [Read more...] about Vice President of Nevada State University Recognized as a Señora of Excellence by the Sandy Peltyn Foundation
Helix Electric of Nevada’s Third Annual Reno Golf Tournament a Success Raising $45,000 for Local Charities
Helix Electric of Nevada (Helix Electric) recently hosted their 3 rd Annual Charity Spring Golf Tournament, which successfully raised $45,000 for three local community organizations. Over 120 players participated in the event, including local businesses and Helix employees, who united to support the chosen charities: Reno Ice, Nevada Humane Society, and Washoe CASA Foundation. … [Read more...] about Helix Electric of Nevada’s Third Annual Reno Golf Tournament a Success Raising $45,000 for Local Charities
Emerald Island and Rainbow Club Casinos Owner Purchases Fireworks in Bulk for Giveaways
Just in time for Fourth of July celebrations, Emerald Island and Rainbow Club Casinos owner Tim Brooks stocked up on fireworks packages on Wednesday, June 28, all of which will be used for a big giveaway. This purchase benefits the Las Vegas Rowing Club, which teaches kids and young adults the team sport of rowing. The fireworks will be the prize in giveaways at the Emerald … [Read more...] about Emerald Island and Rainbow Club Casinos Owner Purchases Fireworks in Bulk for Giveaways
Movement Fitness Owner Derek Parent Joins Workforce Connections Board
Workforce Connections, Southern Nevada’s Local Workforce Development Board, welcomes Movement Fitness owner Derek Parent to the Workforce Connections Board. In addition to owning Movement Fitness, Parent also leads the Parent Team at USA Mortgage. He is a 25-year veteran mortgage industry professional and entrepreneur who opened the full-service fitness club in 2020. Since … [Read more...] about Movement Fitness Owner Derek Parent Joins Workforce Connections Board
Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Rich Wierzbowski from Diversified Restaurant Group
LAS VEGAS – Rich Wierzbowski, vice president of operations for Diversified Restaurant Group (DRG), has joined the board of directors for Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada (JASN). The nonprofit organization provides K-12 students with the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future, and make smart academic and economic … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Announces New Board Member Rich Wierzbowski from Diversified Restaurant Group
Raiders Executive Michael Crome Receives Top Junior Achievement National Volunteer Honor — Wins Gold Leadership Award for Empowering Local Students to Own their Economic Success —
LAS VEGAS —Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada (JASN) announced that Michael Crome, senior vice president and chief financial officer for the Las Vegas Raiders and Allegiant Stadium, has been chosen from among more than 100,000 U.S. volunteers as one of 11 recipients of the Junior Achievement USA’s most prestigious award for volunteerism, the Gold Leadership Award. Crome, … [Read more...] about Raiders Executive Michael Crome Receives Top Junior Achievement National Volunteer Honor — Wins Gold Leadership Award for Empowering Local Students to Own their Economic Success —
People Share Their Stories to Empower Others at What’s Your Story — Oct. 13-14 Event —
The power of stories is the focus of the What’s Your Story event on Friday, Oct. 13 and Saturday, Oct. 14 at the Ahern Hotel. Featured presenters from all walks of life will share their experiences of overcoming adverse situations, having gone through life’s hills and valleys, to achieve their dreams and passion, so others might find hope and inspiration for their own … [Read more...] about People Share Their Stories to Empower Others at What’s Your Story — Oct. 13-14 Event —
R&B Artist Brian McKnight to Perform at Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, Friday, July 7
RENO, Nev. — Singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Brian McKnight is bringing his soulful contemporary R&B to Grand Sierra Resort and Casino (GSR) on Friday, July 7 at 8 p.m. Tickets for Brian McKnight at GSR go on sale Friday, April 28 at 10 a.m. PT and start at $29.50, plus additional taxes and fees. Infinity Rewards members will have access to … [Read more...] about R&B Artist Brian McKnight to Perform at Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, Friday, July 7
Celebrate Independence Day Weekend at Grand Sierra Resort
RENO, Nev. — Grand Sierra Resort and Casino (GSR) is kicking off the Fourth of July festivities early with the first fireworks show of the season on Sunday, July 2. Plus, guests can enjoy live music and sizzling nightlife at LEX Nightclub and Late Night Swim. Vive Fridays | Friday, June 30 at 7 p.m. Spice up Fourth of July weekend at LEX Lounge with the hottest party in … [Read more...] about Celebrate Independence Day Weekend at Grand Sierra Resort
Clark County Credit Union Receives Forbes’ Best-In-State Credit Union Award
[LAS VEGAS, Nev.] – For the third time, Clark County Credit Union has been named one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions for 2023 by Forbes and Statista Inc., Statista, the number one business data platform globally, was selected by Forbes to conduct in-depth interviews from citizens across all 50 states. After Statista’s evaluation, CCCU was ranked as the second top … [Read more...] about Clark County Credit Union Receives Forbes’ Best-In-State Credit Union Award
Dickson Commercial Group Industrial Team Represents Locus Development Group in 18,847 SF Lease
Dickson Commercial Group’s (DCG's) Industrial Team, Joel Fountain, SIOR, Nick Knecht, CCIM and Baker Krukow, CCIM, represented the landlord and developer, Locus Development Group, in leasing 18,847 square feet at 1900 South McCarran Boulevard. Currently, under construction with an estimated Q3 2023 delivery, McCarran Business Park (MBP) offers two 50,450-square-foot … [Read more...] about Dickson Commercial Group Industrial Team Represents Locus Development Group in 18,847 SF Lease
R. Brandon Sprague, FAIA Nevada Architect Presented with a Medal and Elevation into The American Institute of Architects, College of Fellows.
Las Vegas, Nevada – At a recent ceremony as part of the American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Conference on Architecture, held in San Francisco, R. Brandon Sprague, FAIA received elevation into the AIA College of Fellows. Presented with this distinction and medal at a ceremony at Moscone Center, R. Brandon Sprague, FAIA is the only Nevada architect to receive national … [Read more...] about R. Brandon Sprague, FAIA Nevada Architect Presented with a Medal and Elevation into The American Institute of Architects, College of Fellows.
Cox Increases Fiber-Powered Internet Speeds for Most Customers
Cox Increases Fiber-Powered Internet Speeds for Most Customers More than 75% of customers now receive download speeds of a half-gig or greater at no additional cost Atlanta (June 27, 2023) – Cox Communications announced today that it has updated its broadband packages, providing faster speeds at no extra cost to the majority of its residential customers. This includes … [Read more...] about Cox Increases Fiber-Powered Internet Speeds for Most Customers
More Prizes Added to Golden Ticket Raffle — Tickets on Sale through June 29 to Benefit Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada —
(LAS VEGAS) – More prizes have been added to Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada's grown-up version of Willy Wonka’s Golden Ticket, making the winner-take-all prize of the Golden Ticket Raffle even more of a bargain. For just $100, one lucky person will receive a variety of sports, vacation and entertainment packages and other items now valued at more than $14,000. The … [Read more...] about More Prizes Added to Golden Ticket Raffle — Tickets on Sale through June 29 to Benefit Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada —