As State Treasurer, my office was asked to administer the Educational Savings Accounts (ESAs). We acted expeditiously to establish rules for the program, which we completed over a year ago. With the help of the Attorney General’s office, we fought two lawsuits, finally ending up at the Nevada Supreme Court. Though the Court didn’t like the way the ESA’s were funded, the … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Treasurer’s Office: From Education Savings Accounts to Investing State Funds
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Movers and Shakers: Virginia Toalepai
President & CEO World Wide Safety (4 years in NV) Type of Business: Safety Consultants | Hails from: Apia, Samoa | 4 years with company in Nevada | Based in: Las Vegas How did you first get into your profession? I was introduced to the safety industry by my ex-husband. What is your pet peeve? People who tell me that something is impossible or it cannot be … [Read more...] about Movers and Shakers: Virginia Toalepai
Around the State: March 2017
USA Parkway Extension Hits Midway Mark The Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) has reached the 50 percent milestone in the completion of the USA Parkway extension. The project connects Interstate 80 and U.S. 50 in Storey and Lyon counties. USA Parkway was originally constructed as a privately-built, six mile road connecting I-80 to the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center east … [Read more...] about Around the State: March 2017
Welcome to Nevada: March 2017
Alltrade Tools A designer and manufacturer of premier tools and shop equipment, Alltrade Tools is in the process of relocating its distribution facility from Long Beach, CA to Reno. Company executives chose Reno for its business-friendly climate and the opportunities the growing community offers. The company serves clients globally and will create an additional 35 jobs in … [Read more...] about Welcome to Nevada: March 2017
Lawmakers Should Focus on Consequences of Minimum Wage Hikes – Not Mere Intentions
It didn’t take the new Nevada legislature long before it started toying with the idea of raising the minimum wage. Introduced within the first week of Nevada’s 79th legislative session, SB106 would incrementally increase the minimum wage from the current $8.25 per hour to a grand total of $12 per hour. Another more aggressive proposal — AB175 — was introduced the following … [Read more...] about Lawmakers Should Focus on Consequences of Minimum Wage Hikes – Not Mere Intentions
Nevada Land: Priorities for Today in Planning for Tomorrow
Protecting counties from restrictive federal land policies, potentially transferring U.S. government-owned land to the state, creating state parks. These and other current land matters in Nevada, some in the courts, some ongoing, many controversial, are numerous. That is, in large part, because the state contains the highest percentage of federally owned and managed land, 87 … [Read more...] about Nevada Land: Priorities for Today in Planning for Tomorrow
Red Report: March 2017
E Sale, Industrial ADDRESS 5406 E. El Campo Grande Ave. Blgds. 7/8 C, 89115 BUYER Exhibit Options SELLER Thomas & Mack Development DETAILS 20,028 SF; $1,962,744 APN 123-28-310-002 BUYER’S REP The Larkin Team of NAI Vegas SELLER’S REP Jake Higgins and Kevin Higgins, SIOR of CBRE Sale, Land ADDRESS NWC of Tropical Pkwy. & Range Rd., 89115 BUYER Madison/Chewy, … [Read more...] about Red Report: March 2017
Office Summary: Fourth Quarter 2016
Southern Nevada Las Vegas Valley’s speculative office vacancy rate in Q4, 2016 increased by 0.1 points to 20.2 percent from Q3, 2016. Compared to Q4, 2015, the office vacancy rate was up 0.2 points, from 20 percent. Vacancy rates ranged from 15.4 percent for Class C space to a high of 28.2 percent for Class A space at the end of Q4. The office market has fluctuated back and … [Read more...] about Office Summary: Fourth Quarter 2016
March 2017: Business Indicators
The “advanced” estimate for U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the fourth quarter of 2017 increased at a 1.9 percent annualized rate. Although the real GDP growth rate decelerated compared to last quarter’s 3.5 percent increase, the underlying categories showed more strength. Consumer spending stayed robust and business investment finally moved out of a negative or … [Read more...] about March 2017: Business Indicators
Dickson Commercial Group Helps Expand Local Restaurant Chain in Reno
Reno – Dickson Commercial Group is pleased to announce the recent expansion of local restaurant chain, Burger Me, into the South Reno Market. The company leased 2,446 sq. ft., retail space at the Summit Sierra mall, which adds to their locations in Northwest Reno and Truckee, Calif. Burger Me also has a gourmet burger truck specializing in event catering, business lunches, … [Read more...] about Dickson Commercial Group Helps Expand Local Restaurant Chain in Reno
Vituro Health First to Offer New Treatment for Prostate Cancer
Las Vegas - Vituro Health, a comprehensive prostate cancer care company, is the first and only provider in Nevada to offer a minimally invasive treatment option for men diagnosed with prostate cancer. One in seven men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Other than skin cancer, prostate cancer is the most common cancer in American men. While … [Read more...] about Vituro Health First to Offer New Treatment for Prostate Cancer
Attorney A William Maupin Becomes Nevada Supreme Court Senior Judge
LAS VEGAS - A. William Maupin, of Maupin ∙ Naylor ∙ Braster, Attorneys at Law, is returning to the Nevada Supreme Court to take retired justice senior status. Maupin retired as Chief Justice of the Nevada Supreme Court in 2009 after 15 years in the state’s judicial system. He was a partner in the Nevada’s largest law firm prior to becoming affiliated with his current firm in … [Read more...] about Attorney A William Maupin Becomes Nevada Supreme Court Senior Judge
Washoe CASA Foundation Seeks New Board Members With Diverse Backgrounds
Largest Need is in Grant Writing Reno - The Washoe CASA Foundation is recruiting applicants to fill five positions on its existing volunteer Board of Directors. The Washoe CASA Foundation is seeking applications from energetic professionals from diverse life experiences who would like to join the Board of Directors of this established nonprofit group. Washoe CASA is a … [Read more...] about Washoe CASA Foundation Seeks New Board Members With Diverse Backgrounds
Revitalizing A Medical Pioneer: Noble Studios Introduces the All-New DrWeil.com
Noble Studios recently launched a new, redesigned version of the popular health and wellness website, https://www.drweil.com. Key features of the site include a clean design, a more engaging user experience, and enhanced search and navigation to resources reinforcing the principles of integrative medicine. For more than 25 years, DrWeil.com has been a leading resource for … [Read more...] about Revitalizing A Medical Pioneer: Noble Studios Introduces the All-New DrWeil.com
Nevada State Bank Donates $5,000 to SCORE
On Friday, Feb. 3, 2017, Nevada State Bank presented a check for $5,000 to the Las Vegas office of SCORE, a nationwide nonprofit association dedicated to educating entrepreneurs. SCORE Las Vegas is one of over 300 chapters of the National SCORE Organization, a nationwide, non-profit, volunteer-based group of both retired and active professionals who are dedicated to … [Read more...] about Nevada State Bank Donates $5,000 to SCORE