GLVAR housing statistics for April 2018 LAS VEGAS – Local home prices kept climbing through April as the local housing supply continued contracting, according to a report released today by the Greater Las Vegas Association of REALTORS (GLVAR). GLVAR reported that the median price for existing single-family homes sold in Southern Nevada during April through its Multiple … [Read more...] about Southern Nevada Home Prices Keep Climbing While Supply Keeps Shrinking
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Leading Local Executives Re-Elected to NCET Board
Matt Fisher, Maria Gerlinger, Andrea Quiruz, Toni Quiruz and Chuck Sweeney have been re-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. Fisher, re-elected as vice president for special projects, works as a product visionary for Trakker Design Research, … [Read more...] about Leading Local Executives Re-Elected to NCET Board
The Reno/Sparks Association of RALTORS Encourages Buyers and Sellers to Work with Realtors
RENO – The Reno/Sparks Association of REALTORS (RSAR) recently launched a new “784 easy steps” campaign educating buyers and sellers to partner with REALTORS to make their home buying or selling process go smoothly. “Some buyers and sellers do not realize the big task of buying or selling a home, something a REALTOR helps make seamless,” said Cherie Williams, CEO, RSAR. “You … [Read more...] about The Reno/Sparks Association of RALTORS Encourages Buyers and Sellers to Work with Realtors
Nevada Association of Employers Announces 2nd Annual 2018 Employers Conference
RENO – The Nevada Association of Employers (NAE) announced its 2018 Employers Conference, scheduled for Friday, June 15, in Reno. NAE CEO Thoran Towler said the aim of the conference is to address key issues facing employers throughout Nevada, including the legalization of marijuana, workplace harassment, and many more important employer topics. He said attendees can hear … [Read more...] about Nevada Association of Employers Announces 2nd Annual 2018 Employers Conference
United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra Names Michael Brazier as CEO and President
RENO – The United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection and hiring of Michael Brazier as president and CEO. Brazier comes from a nonprofit background, having spent the past ten years leading various development efforts for leading national health organizations. He joins a dynamic and dedicated board, staff, and … [Read more...] about United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra Names Michael Brazier as CEO and President
Reno Physician to Testify Before New York Legislature on Assisted Suicide
Nevada Medical Professor Argues Against Current Trend New York - T. Brian Callister, M.D. of Reno, Nevada, will testify this morning before a New York State Assembly health committee in New York City regarding his opposition to physician-assisted suicide and euthanasia. Callister is an internationally recognized expert on care transitions and end-of-life care. He has … [Read more...] about Reno Physician to Testify Before New York Legislature on Assisted Suicide
Nevada Photographer to Celebrate 60th Birthday by Cycling Across U.S.
Jeff Ross will cycle 4,200 miles over the course of three months Reno – When most people turn 60, they might celebrate by going on a beach vacation or hitting the golf course, but Jeff Ross of Reno, Nevada has something else up his sleeve. Starting May 1, he will be living out a dream by riding his bicycle more than 4,200 miles across the United States from Yorktown, … [Read more...] about Nevada Photographer to Celebrate 60th Birthday by Cycling Across U.S.
REMSA to Host Free Bleeding Control Class for the Community with Kindred at Home
RENO – The Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority (REMSA) will host a free bleeding control class, Stop the Bleed, at Kindred at Home on Saturday, May 5 from 1-4 p.m. Open to the community, the Bleeding Control for the Injured (B-Con) course educates community members on how to perform immediate and basic lifesaving interventions prior to receiving definitive medical … [Read more...] about REMSA to Host Free Bleeding Control Class for the Community with Kindred at Home
Nevada’s Charter Schools Just May Be the Answer
For those of us in business, it should come as no surpise that privately run charter schools are out performing traditional government run schools, by a landslide. We’re all frustrated with our state’s dismal ranking in education. Did you know that, according to a report by the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, in 2014 Nevada’s charter schools moved up nine spots in … [Read more...] about Nevada’s Charter Schools Just May Be the Answer
Higher Learning: Education in Nevada
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is in the process of becoming a true system as Nevada’s educational climate shifts to meet the needs of Nevada citizens and businesses. Those needs are creating a change from individual institutions working alone to meet those needs to a system of institutions working together. “There’s quite a bit that’s new in higher education,” … [Read more...] about Higher Learning: Education in Nevada
Iconic Women of Distinction Awards 2018
An Iconic History NAWBO Southern Nevada The mission of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) Southern Nevada is to educate, empower and promote women business owners to experience success in all economic, political and social arenas. The organization provides informative and success driven monthly meetings which include time devoted to networking with other … [Read more...] about Iconic Women of Distinction Awards 2018
Around the State: May 2018
Design Unveiled for Las Vegas Convention Center Expansion The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) has unveiled design drawings of the new look of the Convention Center once the expansion is complete. Geotechnical & Environmental Services has begun drilling for footing locations as part of the expansion phase which will cost $860 million and add 1.4 million … [Read more...] about Around the State: May 2018
Don’t Ignore Politics: Politics Won’t Ignore You
In the midst of today’s polarizing political climate, I sometimes hear people say they prefer not to get involved in politics. It’s dirty, negative and depressing. It’s a sport fought with knives. All of which may be true to a point. But, as distasteful as politics may be, politics will never ignore you. It will influence the amount you take home in your paycheck, the quality … [Read more...] about Don’t Ignore Politics: Politics Won’t Ignore You
Industrial Summary: First Quarter 2018
Northern Nevada By CBRE Reno The Northern Nevada industrial real estate market remains healthy with strong fundamentals. Net absorption for the first quarter of 2018 totaled 76,799 square feet. While this is less than in previous quarters, overall activity is robust and an increase in transaction volume is expected as the area moves into the second quarter, and throughout … [Read more...] about Industrial Summary: First Quarter 2018
Business Indicators: May 2018
The “third” estimate for U.S. real gross domestic product (GDP) for the fourth quarter of 2017 increased at an annual rate of 2.9 percent, up by 0.4 percentage point from the previous estimate. U.S. nonfarm employment added a disappointing 103,000 jobs in March after the large increase of 326,000 jobs in the last month. The unemployment rate remained at 4.1 percent for the … [Read more...] about Business Indicators: May 2018