For Las Vegans, air conditioning is a life support system, not a luxury. And with 113-degree days forecast in the coming week, local cooling systems will be put to the test. Goettl Air Conditioning owner Ken Goodrich suggests planning ahead to keep your family safe and comfortable. 1. Check your filters. A clogged filter reduces airflow into the system and reduces the output … [Read more...] about The Heat Is On, So Stay Cool: Six Energy-saving Tips
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Goettl Air Conditioning Provides Tips for Protecting Pets from the Heat
Las Vegas-based Goettl Air Conditioning advises valley residents to plan ahead to keep their pets safe this summer. Here are some helpful tips. 1. Paws off the pavement. Cement, asphalt, and even truck beds can be hotter than they look. The American Veterinary Medical Association recommends trying to stay off hot surfaces during the summer as they can burn your pet’s … [Read more...] about Goettl Air Conditioning Provides Tips for Protecting Pets from the Heat
Mcdonald’s Donates $5,000 to the Injured Police Officers Fund
Local McDonald's Owner/Operators Donate Net Proceeds from Coupon Card Sold During Annual Fundraiser Local McDonald’s owner-operators donated $5,000 for the Injured Police Officers Fund (IPOF) on Wednesday, June 15, at Las Vegas Metro Police Department - Downtown Area Command. The check was presented to IPOF, Las Vegas Metro Sheriff Joseph Lombardo and Henderson Police … [Read more...] about Mcdonald’s Donates $5,000 to the Injured Police Officers Fund
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
CSN Students Win Record Eight Emmy Awards
Short films produced by the community college’s students topped the regional competition LAS VEGAS – College of Southern Nevada students won eight Emmy Awards this week, the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Pacific Southwest Chapter announced. “I am incredibly proud of our students and the hard work they put in to create these films,” said John Aliano, … [Read more...] about CSN Students Win Record Eight Emmy Awards
First Independent Bank Promotes Bobbi McKinney to Business Development Officer
Reno - Bobbi McKinney, an assistant vice president at First Independent Bank, was recently promoted to business development officer. In her new position, McKinney’s focus will be attracting new business to First Independent Bank and to concentrate on building customer relationships, retention, and growth. She has been with First Independent Bank for nine years, both as an … [Read more...] about First Independent Bank Promotes Bobbi McKinney to Business Development Officer
NxGen Youth Paid Internship Fair on Thursday, June 23 at Workforce Connections
Workforce Connections’ Business Engagement Specialist Team (B.E.S.T) invites youth ages 16 to 24 who are interested in learning about a new career while getting a paycheck to attend the first NxGen Youth Paid Internship Fair on Thursday, June 23 at 9 a.m. at Workforce Connections, 6330 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89146. Employers including BMC, Marshalls, Station … [Read more...] about NxGen Youth Paid Internship Fair on Thursday, June 23 at Workforce Connections
Colliers International | Las Vegas Updates Jun. 14, 2016
LAS VEGAS - Colliers International – Las Vegas announced the finalization of the following sale to CFT Lands LLC. The approximately 2.5 acre vacant land parcel is located on the southwest corner of Pyle St. and Polaris Ave. at APN: 177-29-301-002 in Las Vegas. The transaction value was $750,000. Vince Schettler of Colliers International represented the seller, Pyle Street … [Read more...] about Colliers International | Las Vegas Updates Jun. 14, 2016
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)
PT’s Taverns Raise $9,000 for Keep Memory Alive
LAS VEGAS - On May 26, PT’s Entertainment Group (PTEG), a division of Golden Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:GDEN) and the largest traditional tavern operator in Nevada, hosted “Kegs for KMA,” a fundraiser to benefit Keep Memory Alive, in support of the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health. A total of $9,000 was raised from proceeds of all PT’s Brewing Company draft … [Read more...] about PT’s Taverns Raise $9,000 for Keep Memory Alive
Mountain States Super Lawyers Recognizes 11 Holland & Hart Nevada Attorneys
Holland & Hart LLP announced that 11 of the firm’s Nevada attorneys have been selected to the 2016 Mountain States Super Lawyers and Mountain States Rising Stars. Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The selection process includes … [Read more...] about Mountain States Super Lawyers Recognizes 11 Holland & Hart Nevada Attorneys
Nevada Realtors Team up with Boys & Girls Clubs for Statewide Backpack Drive
Nevada REALTORS are teaming up with Boys & Girls Clubs throughout the state to collect and donate backpacks stocked with school supplies for students served by the clubs. The backpack drive is being organized by the Nevada Association of REALTORS (NVAR) and its LeadershipNVAR Class of 2016 to benefit Boys and Girls Clubs throughout Nevada. “Boys & Girls Clubs … [Read more...] about Nevada Realtors Team up with Boys & Girls Clubs for Statewide Backpack Drive
Board of Regents Approves CSN Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Services Administration
LAS VEGAS – The College of Southern Nevada is pleased to announce a new bachelor’s degree for local first responders. The Nevada System of Higher Education Board of Regents approved the program Friday. It will be the only four-year degree of its kind in Nevada, where Fire Watch Security Officer and emergency professionals have had to look out of state for a bachelor’s degree … [Read more...] about Board of Regents Approves CSN Bachelor’s Degree in Emergency Services Administration
Nevada State Bank Promotes Micah Phillips to Executive Vice President, Marketing Director
LAS VEGAS – Nevada State Bank announced that Micah Phillips is joining the bank’s executive management team as executive vice president, marketing director. In July 2015, Phillips was promoted to the position of senior vice president, marketing director. In this role, he has been responsible for the bank’s marketing and communications teams, as well as continued oversight of … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Promotes Micah Phillips to Executive Vice President, Marketing Director
Project 150 and KLAS-TV 8 News NOW Join Forces to Help Homeless High School Students
LAS VEGAS – Project 150, a homegrown local charity, and KLAS-TV 8 News NOW will hold a donation drive to help homeless, displaced and disadvantaged high school students from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Friday, June 17, at the 8 News NOW station, 3228 Channel 8 Drive. The effort is a part of the station’s Founder’s Day of Caring, during which 8 News NOW and its community … [Read more...] about Project 150 and KLAS-TV 8 News NOW Join Forces to Help Homeless High School Students