A fun lead-up to Halloween, Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada is hosting the return of its Boo-A-Thon Bowling Tournament on Saturday Oct. 15 and Sunday Oct. 16, 2022 at the Santa Fe Station Bowling Center. Participants can choose from two sessions on Saturday, 10 a.m. to noon or 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday bowling is noon to 2 p.m. "The Boo-A-Thon is a great company … [Read more...] about Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada Bringing Back Halloween Themed Bowling Tournament — Boo-A-Thon on Oct. 15 & 16 —
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Las Vegas Area Home Prices Slip for Third Straight Month
LAS VEGAS – A report released Wednesday by Las Vegas REALTORS® (LVR) shows local home prices declining for the third straight month, with fewer homes selling and more available for sale. LVR reported that the median price of existing single-family homes sold in Southern Nevada through its Multiple Listing Service (MLS) during August was $450,000. That’s down from the … [Read more...] about Las Vegas Area Home Prices Slip for Third Straight Month
KPS3 Announces Two Creative Directors: Christine Harcinske and Teva Hopper
RENO, Nev. – KPS3, a full-service marketing and digital communications firm, has hired veteran creative talent Christine Harcinske as creative director and has promoted Teva Hopper to creative director. Each brings more than 15 years of design and creative experience to the KPS3 team. Harcinske is an adept creative professional. Her passion is storytelling and bringing a … [Read more...] about KPS3 Announces Two Creative Directors: Christine Harcinske and Teva Hopper
Southwest Medical Adds a New Physician
LAS VEGAS – Southwest Medical has added three new providers to help meet the growing need for health services in the Las Vegas community: Kevin Uson, DO joins Southwest Medical’s Tenaya Healthcare Center location (2704 N. Tenaya Way) and specializes in adult medicine. About Southwest Medical Southwest Medical, part of Optum Care®, was founded in Las Vegas in 1972 and … [Read more...] about Southwest Medical Adds a New Physician
Optum Care Breast Care Adds a New Health Care Provider
LAS VEGAS – Optum Care Breast Care, part of Optum Care Cancer Care has added a new health care provider to help meet the growing need for health services in the Las Vegas community: Ronald Ganzon, PA joins Optum Care Breast Care’s 4750 West Oakey Blvd. location and specializes in breast care. About Optum Care Nevada Optum Care Nevada is the state’s largest … [Read more...] about Optum Care Breast Care Adds a New Health Care Provider
Grandparents Day Comes to Faith Lutheran Sept. 12
LAS VEGAS – Hundreds of grandparents and grand friends will go “back to school” with their grandkids at Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School’s Grandparents Day celebration, Sept. 12, beginning at 8:45 a.m. The 43-year-old tradition at Faith Lutheran will include a special program, refreshments and campus tours. Media is invited to attend. “Grandparents and grand … [Read more...] about Grandparents Day Comes to Faith Lutheran Sept. 12
Annual Race to Support Las Vegas-Area Latinos Pursuing Legal Careers
Join the fourth annual ¡Andale! 5K Run/Walk to support Latino students seeking legal careers. This fun, end-of-summer event brings the community together while raising money to support Latino college students and graduates pursue their professional dreams. The Nevada Latino Bar Association hosts the yearly fundraiser to open doors for aspiring lawyers, with the goal of … [Read more...] about Annual Race to Support Las Vegas-Area Latinos Pursuing Legal Careers
Waffles & Wishes Raises More Than $150,000 to Support Make-A-Wish® Children in the Community
RENO, Nev. – On Thursday, August 25, community sponsors, volunteers and families rallied together at Grand Sierra Resort for the return of Waffles & Wishes – the annual fundraising event celebrating the life-changing efforts of Make-A-Wish® Northeastern & Central California and Northern Nevada Chapter. After a two-year pause for the event due to the pandemic, the … [Read more...] about Waffles & Wishes Raises More Than $150,000 to Support Make-A-Wish® Children in the Community
McCarthy Building Companies Provides Additional Parking for University Students and Staff
McCarthy Building Companies, celebrating 40 years of shaping the skyline in Nevada this year, recently completed an expansion to the existing Tropicana Parking Garage at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Situated at the main entrance to Thomas and Mack, the Tropicana Parking Garage expansion adds more than 1,000 covered spaces for students and visitors ahead of the new … [Read more...] about McCarthy Building Companies Provides Additional Parking for University Students and Staff
Education Non-Profit CORE Names Youth Advocacy Expert Jeff Jones as Executive Director
Dedicated to ensuring historically underserved students and their families achieve economic mobility and lead choice-filled lives, education non-profit CORE has named long-time juvenile justice professional and youth advocate Jeff Jones to serve as executive director of CORE. Previously serving on the organization’s Board of Trustees, Jones’s transition to this new role … [Read more...] about Education Non-Profit CORE Names Youth Advocacy Expert Jeff Jones as Executive Director
Olive Crest Nevada Names Robin Joyce Senior Development Director
Las Vegas native Robin Joyce, who ran one of the most successful advertising/PR agencies in Nevada for 25 years and served most recently as Director of Advancement at Faith Lutheran Middle School & High School for nearly 7 years, has joined Olive Crest Nevada as Senior Development Director, Executive Director Jimmy Monaghan announced Wednesday. Joyce will be responsible … [Read more...] about Olive Crest Nevada Names Robin Joyce Senior Development Director
Locals Save at Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
RENO, Nev. – At Grand Sierra Resort and Casino (GSR), Northern Nevada locals can have a grand time and save 20 percent at GSR-owned outlets all day Sunday through Thursday. Choose from a variety of amenities at GSR, including thrilling rides, premier shopping and some of the best dining Reno has to offer. There’s something for just about everyone to enjoy. Guests … [Read more...] about Locals Save at Grand Sierra Resort and Casino
CVMC Introduces Da Vinci Robot-Assisted Surgery
GARDNERVILLE, Nev. – As part of its ongoing site improvements and expansion, Carson Valley Medical Center’s surgical services, along with Gary Willen, MD, MBA, of Tahoe Women’s Care, successfully performed the first da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery at CMVC. The da Vinci surgical system further advances the technology used in minimally invasive surgery. By enabling efficient … [Read more...] about CVMC Introduces Da Vinci Robot-Assisted Surgery
Beau Keenan of Dickson Realty Recognized As RealTrends Emerging Leader
(RENO, Nev.) – Beau Keenan, president and owner at Dickson Realty, was recognized in the 2022 RealTrends Emerging Leaders Awards, a first-of-its-kind honor of the trailblazers who are making their mark in real estate and ushering in a new generation of leaders. RealTrends, a residential real estate industry source for analysis and information, identifies the country's largest … [Read more...] about Beau Keenan of Dickson Realty Recognized As RealTrends Emerging Leader
More Than 40 Nevada-Based Startups Will Receive Federal SSBCI Matching Funds Alongside StartUpNv Investments
LAS VEGAS – At the International Innovation Center @Vegas in downtown Las Vegas, Nevada State Treasurer Zach Conine announced that through Nevada’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) more than 40 Nevada-based companies that participate in StartUpNV, a nonprofit statewide incubator and accelerator for startup companies will be supported with SSBCI matching funds, … [Read more...] about More Than 40 Nevada-Based Startups Will Receive Federal SSBCI Matching Funds Alongside StartUpNv Investments