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Change Is Needed: Nevada Banks Asking Consumers to Use and Deposit Coins to Ease Shortage

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LAS VEGAS – Time to empty those piggy banks to help small businesses. Nevada banks are asking consumers to deposit their spare change at their local bank or coin-cashing machines as pandemic-related shutdowns have created a coin shortage. When COVID-19 restrictions went into place, the closing of establishments like retail shops, bank branches and laundromats – typical … [Read more...] about Change Is Needed: Nevada Banks Asking Consumers to Use and Deposit Coins to Ease Shortage

Colliers International | Las Vegas Releases Q2 Market Research Report

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LAS VEGAS – The second quarter of 2020 was the “business closure” quarter, and only the industrial market bucked the expected trend of weaker commercial real estate numbers. The second quarter of 2020 produced over two million square feet of industrial net absorption. Warehouse/distribution product posted all of the valley’s positive net absorption in the second quarter … [Read more...] about Colliers International | Las Vegas Releases Q2 Market Research Report

Four Families Affected by COVID-19 Selected for Novel Move 4 Less Relocation Program

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Moves are being scheduled for four families who need to relocate from their current residence because of COVID-19-related circumstances. The families are the inaugural recipients of Moving Our Community, the program developed by Move 4 Less to help people struggling to pay their mortgage or rent transition to a better location or financial position. Avi Cohen and Moti Perez, … [Read more...] about Four Families Affected by COVID-19 Selected for Novel Move 4 Less Relocation Program

Google Announces Three New Tech Skill Certificates on Coursera, Offers 100,000 Scholarships for Enrolled Jobseekers

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Today, Google announced three new Google Career Certificates in high-growth, high-paying fields, adding to the IT Support Professional (IT Cert) and Automation with Python Certificates that have helped break barriers for underserved groups to enter the tech workforce. Part of the Grow with Google economic opportunity initiative, the certificates will be available on the online … [Read more...] about Google Announces Three New Tech Skill Certificates on Coursera, Offers 100,000 Scholarships for Enrolled Jobseekers

Nevada Dental Association Says State Budget Cuts to Dental Services Will Harm Most Vulnerable Nevadans

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Dr. Mark Funke, DDS, the president of the Nevada Dental Association, issued a letter this week urging state lawmakers to quickly restore any cuts they make during a special session of the Nevada Legislature that could hurt dental care in the state. "The Nevada Dental Association understands the financial crisis currently facing the state, but has serious concerns … [Read more...] about Nevada Dental Association Says State Budget Cuts to Dental Services Will Harm Most Vulnerable Nevadans

Greater Nevada Credit Union Commits to Participation in Paycheck Protection Program Loan Program for Nevadans Through August 8th

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(Carson City, Nev.) – On July 4, 2020, federal legislation was passed extending the Small Business Administration’s Paycheck Protection Program (SBA PPP) through August 8, 2020. Greater Commercial Lending (GCL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Greater Nevada Credit Union (GNCU), has quickly responded to the needs of the Nevada community by committing to continue its participation … [Read more...] about Greater Nevada Credit Union Commits to Participation in Paycheck Protection Program Loan Program for Nevadans Through August 8th

Local Officials, Census Representatives Deliver Masks to Businesses in Critical Census Neighborhoods — Reminder to Public About Importance of Completing the Census —

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Elected officials, fire chiefs from regional fire departments, Census representatives and business owners stressed the importance of wearing masks to protect against spreading COVID-19. The group gathered to share the important public safety message before the July 4th holiday and announced the donation of 3,000 masks by the Southern Nevada Complete Count Committee to … [Read more...] about Local Officials, Census Representatives Deliver Masks to Businesses in Critical Census Neighborhoods — Reminder to Public About Importance of Completing the Census —

The Strategy Organization and ATM Hospitality Form Strategic Partnership to Serve Nationwide Hospitality and Gaming Industries

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Two Vegas-Born Powerhouse Companies Develop Cutting-Edge Strategies For  Hospitality Industry Amid COVID-19 Pandemic LAS VEGAS, NV – The Strategy Organization (TSO) has announced a strategic partnership with ATM Hospitality amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The two Vegas-born, powerhouses are combining their expertise in marketing and operations to developing … [Read more...] about The Strategy Organization and ATM Hospitality Form Strategic Partnership to Serve Nationwide Hospitality and Gaming Industries

Get Summer Fit Ready With Resistance Training at Boardlv; Gym Reopened With Strict COVID-19 Safety Protocols

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Board30LV, a boutique fitness studio in Las Vegas, located at 6070 S. Rainbow, Suite 4, reopened with its socially distanced group classes, offering a 30-minute transformational, full-body, low impact and high intensity workouts.  The streamlined studio design is sophisticated, lending to powerful and concise training, using various resistance bands & movement … [Read more...] about Get Summer Fit Ready With Resistance Training at Boardlv; Gym Reopened With Strict COVID-19 Safety Protocols

Southern Nevada Home Prices Reach Record Despite Pandemic

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LVR housing statistics for June 2020 LAS VEGAS – A report released Tuesday by Las Vegas REALTORS® (LVR) shows local home prices breaking their all-time record despite the coronavirus pandemic and economic downturn, though fewer homes are selling compared to the same time last year. LVR (formerly known as the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS®) reported … [Read more...] about Southern Nevada Home Prices Reach Record Despite Pandemic

Committed To Combat COVID: Promo Direct Announces Availability of Sanitizers, PPE, Safety Items, Antimicrobial Products

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Henderson, NV - Promo Direct, USA’s leading promotional product company, announces the availability of essential healthcare products such as sanitizers, PPE, safety Items, antimicrobial products. During these turbulent times and challenging phases of coronavirus, there is a dire need for healthcare products all across the country. In a bid to address this need, Promo Direct, … [Read more...] about Committed To Combat COVID: Promo Direct Announces Availability of Sanitizers, PPE, Safety Items, Antimicrobial Products

Second Judicial District Court Hosts Nevada Eviction Class in Partnership with Nevada Legal Services

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Reno, Nev. – The Washoe County Law Library of the Second Judicial Court has partnered with Nevada Legal Services to host an hour-long educational class to discuss the eviction process in Nevada. The virtual class will be on July 9, 2020 at 3:30 p.m. Nevada Legal Services attorneys will present an overview of the eviction process and what to do if you have received an … [Read more...] about Second Judicial District Court Hosts Nevada Eviction Class in Partnership with Nevada Legal Services

Loss of Common SenseA State Controlled with Rights Infringed

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Nicknamed “Battle Born”, we Nevadans are an independent bunch and have a history of wanting to run our own lives. We don’t want government control, nor do we need it. Nevertheless, I’ve noticed a disturbing trend recently with more and more government infringing on basic rights they have no business being involved in. The recent coronavirus pandemic is just the latest excuse … [Read more...] about Loss of Common Sense

New BeginningsReinventing Nevada’s Workforce After Shutdown

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  On March 20, Governor Sisolak ordered all nonessential businesses to close as Nevada followed shutdown orders, attempting to slow the spread of COVID-19. Overnight, the travel and tourism engine shutdown. For the first time ever, casinos closed their doors. During the first week of shutdown, nearly 3.3 million Americans filed for unemployment benefits. The … [Read more...] about New Beginnings

CCIM: A New WorldNavigating Changing Times with CCIM

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Without change, nothing grows. But unexpected, chaotic change in economic systems and business transactions causes uncertainty and lost opportunities. In uncertain times, people reach for touchstones, for information and for the guidance of experienced professionals in their own markets. Seasoned, professional CCIM designees possess the knowledge, stability and expertise to … [Read more...] about CCIM: A New World