Vegas PBS is hosting a free, virtual screening of The Zen Speaker: Breaking the Silence on Friday, January 8 at 6 p.m. PST. This documentary depicts a personal portrait of Amy Ayoub, a prominent Nevada businesswoman who overcame the shame of her traumatic experiences to testify in support of Assembly Bill 67, increasing penalties for those convicted of sex … [Read more...] about Vegas PBS to Host Free Virtual Screening of the Zen Speaker: Breaking the Silence
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Long-Time Silver State Schools Credit Union Volunteer Leonard Petoske Passes Away
It is with great sadness that Silver State Schools Credit Union (SSSCU) announces that Leonard Petoske, long-time credit union volunteer of 50 years, passed away on January 2, 2021. Mr. Petoske began his volunteer work with the Credit Union in 1965 as a member of the credit committee, which he held for two years. In 1967 was elected to serve as a Board Member, where he served … [Read more...] about Long-Time Silver State Schools Credit Union Volunteer Leonard Petoske Passes Away
Naylor & Braster Recognized in U.S. News Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” 2021 Edition
Las Vegas law firm Naylor & Braster Attorneys at Law has been recognized in the 2021 edition of U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms,” receiving a Tier 1 ranking for commercial litigation and a Tier 3 ranking in appellate law practice. This is the sixth consecutive year the firm has received the Best Law Firms distinction. “It is an … [Read more...] about Naylor & Braster Recognized in U.S. News Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” 2021 Edition
Goodwill® Among Recipients of $4.2 Billion Funding by MacKenzie Scott
Investment in training and career services to rebuild U.S. economy leverages Goodwill’s extensive national footprint, deep roots in communities, and comprehensive services for job seekers. Goodwill of Southern Nevada is proud to announce a significant and historic donation from MacKenzie Scott to Goodwill Industries International (GII) as well as to 46 out of 156 … [Read more...] about Goodwill® Among Recipients of $4.2 Billion Funding by MacKenzie Scott
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Donor Network West Launch Six-Day “Second Chances” Organ Donation Awareness Program for Minor Traffic Violations
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Donor Network West announced they have partnered to launch a new program to help increase the number of Washoe County residents who register as organ donors. The program, “Second Chances,” launches today in recognition of the one-year anniversary of the successful organ transplant of Reagan Tone, the three-year-old daughter of Washoe … [Read more...] about Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Donor Network West Launch Six-Day “Second Chances” Organ Donation Awareness Program for Minor Traffic Violations
NAIOP Southern Nevada Announces Newly Elected 2021 Officers and Directors
LAS VEGAS – NAIOP Southern Nevada, an organization representing commercial real estate developers, owners and related professionals in office, industrial, retail and mixed-use real estate, has announced its newly elected officers and directors for 2021, led by 2021 President David Strickland. Strickland, vice president of marketing and leasing for the Thomas & Mack … [Read more...] about NAIOP Southern Nevada Announces Newly Elected 2021 Officers and Directors
Immunize Nevada to Host Flu Clinic at Promise Land Community Church
WHAT: Immunize Nevada is hosting a flu shot clinic that is open to the public. No insurance is needed. To schedule an appointment, call (702) 267-4158. WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 9, from 9 a.m. – noon WHERE: Promise Land Community … [Read more...] about Immunize Nevada to Host Flu Clinic at Promise Land Community Church
Southern Nevada Home Prices End the Year in Record Territory
LAS VEGAS – A report released Wednesday by Las Vegas REALTORS® (LVR) shows local home prices remained in record territory as 2020 came to a close, with rising home sales and a shrinking housing supply. LVR (formerly known as the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS®) reported that the median price of existing single-family homes sold in Southern Nevada through … [Read more...] about Southern Nevada Home Prices End the Year in Record Territory
Dickson Commercial Group Represents Buyer of 21,781 Square Foot Medical Office Building
Dickson Commercial Group (DCG) is pleased to announce a recent medical office investment sale in Sparks, Nevada. DCG principals Dominic Brunetti, CCIM and Scott Shanks, SIOR along with DCG’s investment team, Chris Shanks, CCIM and Matt Dericco represented the buyer, Washoe Redevelopment, in the acquisition of the 21,781 square foot, multi-tenant medical office building at 5070 … [Read more...] about Dickson Commercial Group Represents Buyer of 21,781 Square Foot Medical Office Building
Soberlink Joins National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges With Corporate Sponsorship
(Reno, Nev.) -- Soberlink, the leader in remote alcohol monitoring technology, joins the National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ), adding to the NCJFCJ’s growing roster of corporate sponsors. Soberlink is committed to changing the perception of Alcohol Use Disorder by developing technology for addiction and recovery management. Soberlink is the #1 remote … [Read more...] about Soberlink Joins National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges With Corporate Sponsorship
Northern Nevada Community Leaders Named to NCET Board
Gabrielle Brackett has been elected to the board of directors of NCET, a member-supported non-profit that produces educational and networking events to help people explore businesses and technology. Jock Ochiltree and Chris Boline have been re-elected to the NCET board. Brackett, elected as NCET’s vice president of blog content, is the constituent events manager for the … [Read more...] about Northern Nevada Community Leaders Named to NCET Board
Megan H. Hummel Appointed Partner of Lipson Neilson PC
Lipson Neilson, a full-service law firm with offices in Nevada, Arizona, Colorado and Michigan, takes great pleasure in announcing the appointment of attorney Megan H. Hummel as a Partner of the firm. Ms. Hummel works in the firm’s Las Vegas office. An experienced litigator, Ms. Hummel’s practice includes insurance defense, commercial litigation, consumer litigation, … [Read more...] about Megan H. Hummel Appointed Partner of Lipson Neilson PC
Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS® Installs 2021 Officers and Celebrates Annual Awards
The Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS® (RSAR) has formally installed its new slate of officers and directors for 2021, including Gary MacDonald, REALTOR® at Dickson Realty, and now RSAR Board of Directors President. The following are the RSAR 2021 officers: President – Gary MacDonald, Dickson Realty President-Elect – Sarah Scattini, RE/MAX Premier … [Read more...] about Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS® Installs 2021 Officers and Celebrates Annual Awards
Northcap Commercial Arranges Sale of 11.33 Acres of Land for $5,377,268
Devin Lee, CCIM, Robin Willett, Jerad Roberts, and Jason Dittenber of Northcap Commercial are pleased to announce the recent sale of 11.33 Acres of land (formerly the site of the Moulin Rouge Casino) for $5,377,268 ($474,604/acre). This sale consisted of $3.1 million in cash to the seller and assumption of various city liens. The … [Read more...] about Northcap Commercial Arranges Sale of 11.33 Acres of Land for $5,377,268
Vegas Helps Nonprofit Organization Launches to Facilitate Locals Helping Locals
Vegas Helps, a non-profit organization formed to facilitate locals helping locals in need, has launched with a $200,000 seed donation. The 501(c)3 organization was founded by local entrepreneur and philanthropist Justin Woo. The organization’s online platform at www.vegashelps.com allows anyone in need to submit their requests for support. The public can also … [Read more...] about Vegas Helps Nonprofit Organization Launches to Facilitate Locals Helping Locals